Teodor Zhekov
Teodor Zhekov is a specialist in AI-driven enterprise transformation strategy based in New York City. He partners with Fortune 500, PE-backed, and high-growth technology companies to design, govern, and scale AI-enabled operating models — delivering $20M+ in documented cost savings, go-to-market strategies, and enterprise AI programs. His original frameworks for AI transformation maturity and workforce design have been adopted across organizations and cited by universities, government agencies, and professional journals
About
I specialize in AI-driven enterprise transformation strategy, advising C-suite leaders at Fortune 500 and PE-backed companies on how to design, govern, and scale AI-enabled operating models. My work spans strategic roadmaps, AI transformation programs, and M&A commercial due diligences across North America and Western Europe, with over $20M in documented enterprise impact.
I have developed original frameworks, including the AI Transformation Maturity Model (AITMM), the LEPI framework for AI labor economics, the C-OPS model for creative operations, and the AI Innovation Flywheel, that have been adopted across organizations and cited by academic institutions, government agencies, and professional journals worldwide. My expertise is regularly sought as a judge for international innovation and AI competitions, where I have served alongside professionals from Meta, Microsoft, Visa, and Amazon.
Experience
BCG, New York
Consultant
2022 - Present
Advises Fortune 500 and PE-backed clients across North America and Western Europe on strategic roadmaps, digital value creation, and M&A commercial due diligences, currently specializing in AI-enabled transformation workstream
Amazon, Luxembourg
Business Intelligence Intern
2021 - 2022
Delivered €10M+ annual savings through a live model of operational, contractual, and financial data for 30+ EU warehouses
Tesla, Amsterdam
Finance Business Intelligence Intern
2021 - 2021
Built an automated model that live-tracks value and location of 100% of European and Asian Finished Goods inventory
Tesla, Amsterdam
Business Intelligence Intern
2021 - 2021
Built an automated model that live-tracks value and location of 100% of European and Asian Finished Goods inventory
The Adecco Group, Sofia & Zurich
CEO for One Month
2020 - 2020
Selected as National Winner in Bulgaria from over 200,000 applicants across 47 countries to serve as CEO for One Month alongside the Country CEO.
Education
Erasmus University Rotterdam (RSM), Netherlands
MSc Strategic Management
Rotterdam School of Management, one of Europe's leading business schools.
Erasmus University Rotterdam (RSM), Netherlands
BSc International Business Administration
Awards
Featured in
USA Today
Teodor Zhekov: The Consultant Bringing AI-Powered Innovation to Strategy Consulting
LA Weekly
Teodor Zhekov: The Rising Strategy Leader Shaping Innovation Through Excellence
Tech Bullion
From Prototype to Industry Benchmark: The Early Innovation That Preceded Apple’s Sound Recognition Feature
Actualno
(in Bulgarian)
From Bulgaria to New York: Interview with Teodor Zhekov on building a career in business and technology
Published work
Dataconomy
Operational maturity as a foundation for enterprise AI transformation
HackRead
Economics of AI: Labor Markets, Productivity, Education, and the Compute–Investment Cycle
AI Journal
Reskilling for Relevance: Preparing the Workforce for an AI-Augmented Future
AI Journal
Operational Maturity: The Missing Link in Cybersecurity Success
TechBullion
AI-Driven Innovation Strategy: Turning Intelligence into Competitive Advantage
Robots.net
Domain Applications of AI in the Creative Industries
Technology.org
Former Consultants as Managers: Dynamic Managerial Capabilities and Firm Performance
Tech Times
AI as an Innovation Engine: Turning Intelligence into Scalable Advantage