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Puzl CowOrKing Receives Prestigious Honor at World Startup Awards

Puzl CowOrKing won the Best Shared Office Space in Central and Eastern Europe at the Global Startup Awards—for the third time—highlighting its impact on Bulgaria’s tech and coworking scene.

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April 07, 2023

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“We’re proud to be recognized once again for building spaces that empower tech communities across Central and Eastern Europe."

– Nadezhda Nedkova, Puzl CowOrKing representative

Article Summary

On March 29 in Copenhagen, Bulgarian coworking brand Puzl CowOrKing received a top honor at the Global Startup Awards. The company was named Best Shared Office Space in Central and Eastern Europe, marking the third time it has won this prestigious recognition. Representatives Nadezhda Nedkova and Neda Chakarova accepted the award and met with Bulgaria’s Ambassador to Denmark, Svetlan Stoev, to discuss the company’s achievements, challenges facing startups in Bulgaria, and upcoming plans.

Puzl CowOrKing began in 2015, transforming a floor of the former Vitosha factory in Sofia into a functional, shared workspace tailored to the IT sector. Over the years, the initiative has grown into a thriving community of over 1,000 members, having hosted more than 650 events. It has become one of the key pillars in Sofia’s startup and innovation ecosystem.

The company's continued recognition at international startup events highlights its consistent value and role in shaping the coworking model in the region. The team is now expanding its footprint beyond Bulgaria, with a new office expected to open in Budapest soon. This signals Puzl’s ambition to scale its community-focused coworking philosophy into other European tech hubs.

Key Highlights

  • Awarded Best Shared Office Space in CEE Puzl CowOrKing won this Global Startup Award for the third time.
  • Community-Driven Growth Since 2015, Puzl has grown to over 1,000 members and hosted more than 650 tech events.
  • International Recognition The award ceremony took place in Copenhagen, with representation from Bulgaria’s embassy.
  • European Expansion Plans Puzl is preparing to open a new coworking location in Budapest.

Takeaway

Puzl CowOrKing’s repeated recognition at the Global Startup Awards underscores Bulgaria’s growing influence in the regional innovation ecosystem. Its focus on IT professionals, community-building, and adaptive workspaces sets a high standard for coworking across Central and Eastern Europe.

As Bulgaria continues to position itself as a tech and startup-friendly destination, stories like Puzl’s reinforce the importance of local infrastructure that supports collaboration, growth, and cross-border expansion. The move toward Budapest reflects both ambition and regional relevance.

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