Bridge
About Us
At WelcomeBridge, we believe no newcomer should navigate alone.
We’re building AI-powered tools that connect immigrants with the resources, support, and clarity they need - quickly and in their language.
This is where compassion meets innovation.
WHY WE BUILT WELCOMEBRIDGE
Ivaylo’s Journey: Turning Struggle into Innovation
WelcomeBridge was born from Ivaylo’s firsthand experience as the child of immigrants navigating unfamiliar systems in a new country. Watching his family struggle with everything from legal paperwork to healthcare, education, and employment - despite being hardworking and resourceful - left a lasting impression.
Years later, with a background in technology and a drive to make an impact, Ivaylo set out to change that experience for others. He built WelcomeBridge to offer what his family never had: a trusted, AI-powered companion to guide immigrants through complex systems with clarity, confidence, and dignity.
This platform isn’t just a project. It’s a promise - to ensure that no one else has to go through the journey alone. WelcomeBridge is a modern support system for a global reality, built with empathy, innovation, and hope.
OUR VISION: A World Where No One Has to Navigate Alone
We envision a world where every immigrant - no matter their language, status, or origin - can access life-changing support through one unified platform. WelcomeBridge makes it easy to connect with legal aid, healthcare, housing, education, and employment services with dignity, transparency, and control. We are committed to building a future where support is instant, inclusive, and intelligent.
MEET OUR ADVISORS
Guided by Leaders Who Believe in Change
Technology ADVISOR
Plamen Petrov, Ph.D.
Plamen is a senior technology leader with deep expertise in AI, data, and advanced analytics. As the former Chief Data Officer at Anthem and current CTO at Concord, he has helped transform global organizations by using data to drive innovation. He also teaches at Northwestern University and the University of Illinois, bringing both academic and real-world insight to WelcomeBridge.
Immigration Law ADVISOR
Coming Soon
A nationally recognized immigration lawyer will soon join our advisory board, bringing expertise in advocacy and policy to strengthen WelcomeBridge’s mission.
Economics ADVISOR
Coming Soon
We’re excited to announce a leading economics scholar who will help guide WelcomeBridge’s mission with data-driven insight and global perspective.