Ivelin Kolev
About Ivelin Kolev
Ivelin Kolev is a patent examiner at the European Patent Office in The Hague, Netherlands, where he has worked since 2012. He studied at the Technical University of Sofia, completing his education in two phases from 1996 to 2005.
Work at European Patent Office
Ivelin Kolev has been employed as a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office since 2012. He has worked in this capacity for 12 years, contributing to the examination of patent applications and ensuring compliance with patent laws and regulations. His role involves assessing the novelty and inventive step of inventions, as well as providing technical expertise in various fields of technology.
Education and Expertise
Ivelin Kolev studied at the Technical University of Sofia, where he completed a six-year program from 1996 to 2002. He continued his education at the same institution for an additional three years from 2002 to 2005. This educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in technical and engineering principles, which he applies in his role as a Patent Examiner.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, Ivelin Kolev worked as a Consulting and Business Development Manager at Alpha Property Management, LLC from 2007 to 2008. This position was based in Sofia, Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria, where he was involved in consulting and business development activities, gaining experience in management and strategic planning.
Professional Experience
Ivelin Kolev has a diverse professional background that includes both technical and managerial roles. His experience spans over a decade in the field of patent examination at the European Patent Office, along with a prior role in business development. This combination of skills enhances his ability to evaluate patent applications effectively.