Boryana Stambolova

Innovate UK Finance Director

Boryana is a finance professional with a successful international career spanning diverse roles and industries, particularly in the energy sector. She has advanced from entry level positions to senior finance and leadership roles within large, complex global organisations.

Her expertise includes collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders in matrix organisations and navigating intricate environments. Boryana is adept at establishing credibility, influencing decisions across organisational boundaries, and fostering effective partnerships.

She has a proven track record of shaping and leading high-performing local and global finance teams, mentoring professionals at various career stages, and inspiring them to achieve excellence.

In 2018, Boryana joined the UK’s Senior Civil Service, where she served as Finance Director at the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

In her recent roles, Boryana has been instrumental in driving transformation, implementing business process optimisations, and leading organisational change to enhance efficiency and impact.

Last updated: 7 May 2025

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