Michael Kevin Hagel
Michael Kevin Hagel brings four decades of distinguished experience as a software engineer to the North Star Foundation Bulgaria. Raised in a military family, he grew up across diverse cultures, living in France, England, Turkey, and more than 10 U.S. states—an upbringing that instilled resilience, adaptability, and a global perspective.
A proven expert in multiple programming languages, Michael has deep, long-standing proficiency in Java. Recently, he has embraced “vibe coding” and remains captivated by the transformative power of artificial intelligence on our shared cultures and societies.
Passionate about empowering the next generation, Michael believes young Bulgarians aspiring to software development careers must build a strong foundation in AI. As a dedicated mentor at North Star Foundation Bulgaria, he is eager to guide emerging talent, fostering skills that drive innovation and success in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Let's leapfrog outdated systems and cultivate a transformational learning environment where every child, regardless of background, gains the skills, values, and emotional resilience to flourish in a fast-changing world.
