Some of the most prominent voices in European media will share their vision on the future of Europe, leadership, security, and free-market economics amid rapidly accelerating geopolitical and economic transformations during the Sound of Money 2025 forum, taking place on June 5 at Hyatt Regency Sofia.

Among the special guests at the summit will be Jennifer Wilton, Editor-in-Chief of Germany’s renowned publication Die Welt, and Izabella Kaminska – Senior Finance Editor at POLITICO.

With over 15 years of editorial experience at Die Welt, including as head of investigative reporting and the creator of several editorial innovations, Jennifer Wilton became Editor-in-Chief of the publication in early 2022. Under her leadership, Die Welt has solidified its position as one of the most influential media outlets in Germany, known for its strategic clarity and international outlook.

At The Sound of Money 2025, Wilton will share her reflections on Germany’s journey through economic transformation, geopolitical responsibility, and internal political pressures in the context of the new world order following Donald Trump’s return to the White House.

Prior to working for POLITICO, Izabella Kaminska was editor of the Financial Times’ Alphaville service and the founder editor of The Blind Spot. Izabella spent the first part of her career working at CNBC and Reuters where she gained expertise in central banking, finance and markets. She grew up in London and holds an Ancient History degree from University College London, as well as a Journalism masters from the London College of Printing.

As one of the headline speakers at The Sound of Money 2025, Izabela Kaminska will provide a global framework for Europe’s challenges — including the balance between transatlantic relations, China, and the EU’s internal consolidation.

The presence of Wilton and Kaminska enhances the international profile of the forum, which brings together key figures from the business world, public institutions, and leading voices in finance and economics.

This year’s edition of The Sound of Money will also feature Christian Lindner — Germany’s Finance Minister from 2021 to 2024 and a driving force behind key structural reforms within the European Union. Lindner will address Europe’s strategic path in the post-Trump economic landscape — navigating the space between regulation and innovation, market stability and global leadership in turbulent times.

In an era of global shocks, some of the most influential voices in finance and economics will gather at Bulgaria’s premier financial forum on June 5 at Hyatt Regency Sofia.
Organised by Profit.bg, part of the international media group Ringier, The Sound of Money acts as a catalyst for tangible ideas and solutions for the future. The forum includes in-depth analyses and discussions on the most pressing economic, financial, and geopolitical issues of our time — from the consequences of the Trump-era tariffs and the new global order, to the future of the eurozone, sustainable business growth, and investment strategies in uncertain environments.

The 16th edition of the forum will take place just one day after the European Commission releases its extraordinary convergence report assessing Bulgaria’s readiness to adopt the euro. This will give added weight to the panels focused on currency integration, economic security, and the country’s role within the EU’s financial architecture.

Key topics shaping the global and regional outlook include:

• The World After Trump: The new global order and the reshuffling of geo-economic power amid rising protectionism and strategic uncertainty.
• Innovation and Regulation: Europe’s economic freedom in the age of global tech competition.
• Energy Security and the Green Transition: The role of energy as a strategic lever in the emerging geopolitical landscape.
• Sustainable Business as a Global Imperative: Innovation and responsibility in a resource-constrained world.
• Bulgaria at the Heart of Europe: The eurozone, Schengen, and investment opportunities for the country.
• Banking in Transition: Readiness for the eurozone and digital transformation.
• Personal Finance in an Era of Instability: Wealth, inflation, and strategic planning.
• Real Estate: Sustainable investments in a changing market logic.

Stay tuned for more details on the programme and speaker lineup at the forum’s official website — this year’s edition captures the pulse of a pivotal moment, offering conversations that go beyond analysis to chart new horizons for business, the state, and society.