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İzmir, Turkey

Palo Alto, California, United States

As an AI Tutor at xAI, I contribute to the development and refinement of artificial intelligence systems aimed at accelerating scientific discovery. Guided by xAI's mission to advance our understanding of the universe, I specialize in data annotation, model training, and enhancing the effectiveness of AI solutions. Working within an inspiring organization directed by Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, I am dedicated to contributing to the advancement of AI and its applications.

İzmir, Turkey

Developed, executed, and oversaw a business strategy that prioritizes growth and positive customer ratings. Conducted high-level industry research to develop effective sales solutions. Promoted the company’s services to prospective clients. Participated in collaborative business meetings to update key stakeholders. Trained sales professionals and helped improve their skills. Provided continuous, constructive feedback to salespeople. Reviewed sales contracts to ensure they meet legal and… Show more Developed, executed, and oversaw a business strategy that prioritizes growth and positive customer ratings. Conducted high-level industry research to develop effective sales solutions. Promoted the company’s services to prospective clients. Participated in collaborative business meetings to update key stakeholders. Trained sales professionals and helped improve their skills. Provided continuous, constructive feedback to salespeople. Reviewed sales contracts to ensure they meet legal and corporate guidelines.Key Achievements:• Established successful collaborations with international trade associations.• Developed a new brand and a new service category. Show less

Ville De Paris, Île-De-France, France

Section: Market Data Administration, Global Equities & DerivativesEnsured accurate and timely transfer of Bloomberg and Reuters data to the internal system. Managed operational risks in static and dynamic data flow. Created new financial instruments. Updated existing financial instruments in line with changes in the market. Managed dividend and coupon payment operations. Managed the month-end price closing process. Established the records of institutions that issue stocks and… Show more Section: Market Data Administration, Global Equities & DerivativesEnsured accurate and timely transfer of Bloomberg and Reuters data to the internal system. Managed operational risks in static and dynamic data flow. Created new financial instruments. Updated existing financial instruments in line with changes in the market. Managed dividend and coupon payment operations. Managed the month-end price closing process. Established the records of institutions that issue stocks and bonds.Key Achievements:• Increased internal customer satisfaction.• Played a key role in resolving a chronic issue with index prices. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Managed the start-up process. Developed and implemented a new business model and the go-to-market strategy. Developed short- and long-term strategies for growth. Managed budgets for marketing, operations, and technology. Created a multicultural workplace. Recruited, managed, and motivated a team of native English-speaking expatriate tutors to drive business growth. Executed B2B and B2C marketing and sales activities to attract and retain clients and business partners. Managed sales and… Show more Managed the start-up process. Developed and implemented a new business model and the go-to-market strategy. Developed short- and long-term strategies for growth. Managed budgets for marketing, operations, and technology. Created a multicultural workplace. Recruited, managed, and motivated a team of native English-speaking expatriate tutors to drive business growth. Executed B2B and B2C marketing and sales activities to attract and retain clients and business partners. Managed sales and marketing teams. Managed key accounts in the public and private sector. Built company image by collaborating with clients and employees. Key Achievements:• Transformed the start-up into a profitable company.• Built 5+ international partnerships for overseas services.• Increased customer satisfaction to 97%.• Brought in 10+ Fortune500 clients. Show less

Abidjan, Côte D'Ivoire

Managed and strengthened sales activities. Developed sales strategies and created action plans. Managed the distribution channels and logistics processes. Set up, achieved, and followed up on thebudget targets. Supervised the sales team. Actively carried out customer visits, sales and business partnerships. Managed collection planning and applications. Made market research and worked incoordination with the relevant units. Organized CRM and marketing activities. Reported to the… Show more Managed and strengthened sales activities. Developed sales strategies and created action plans. Managed the distribution channels and logistics processes. Set up, achieved, and followed up on thebudget targets. Supervised the sales team. Actively carried out customer visits, sales and business partnerships. Managed collection planning and applications. Made market research and worked incoordination with the relevant units. Organized CRM and marketing activities. Reported to the seniormanagement. Key Achievements:• Brought in a big project of 3+ million Euros.• Created new sales areas in the asphalt and concrete pole markets.• Increased profitability by 15% by making sales moves.• Established a new sales channel by building up good business relations. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Tracked and reported risk mitigation actions of audit and non-audit findings defined in risk control self assessments (RCSA), high level risk assessments (HLRA), fraud risk assessments, security risk assessments, project risk assessments and process reviews. Performed TOE (Test of Effectiveness) and TOD (Test of Design) for finding closure. Performed Key Control Testing (KCT). Performed risk assessment on new and revised projects, products, processes and outsourced services.Key… Show more Tracked and reported risk mitigation actions of audit and non-audit findings defined in risk control self assessments (RCSA), high level risk assessments (HLRA), fraud risk assessments, security risk assessments, project risk assessments and process reviews. Performed TOE (Test of Effectiveness) and TOD (Test of Design) for finding closure. Performed Key Control Testing (KCT). Performed risk assessment on new and revised projects, products, processes and outsourced services.Key Achievements:• Successfully managed the integration of ING's risk management tool in Turkey.• Developed a sound finding closure process. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Audited branches and business units. Evaluated the accuracy of financial information. Assessed the existence and adequacy of management’s system of internal controls. Evaluated operational efficieny. Evaluated compliance with Bank policies, procedures, laws and regulations. Communicated audit results to management both orally and in written audit reports. Tracked management's risk mitigation actions. Performed investigations. Key Achievements:• Successfully audited 30+ branches… Show more Audited branches and business units. Evaluated the accuracy of financial information. Assessed the existence and adequacy of management’s system of internal controls. Evaluated operational efficieny. Evaluated compliance with Bank policies, procedures, laws and regulations. Communicated audit results to management both orally and in written audit reports. Tracked management's risk mitigation actions. Performed investigations. Key Achievements:• Successfully audited 30+ branches and business units• Developed new auditing and controlling points. Show less

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Banking And Finance

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Economics - English

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