At DERIMOD, I have the privilege of serving as the Chief Financial Officer for a prominent leather fashion clothing and shoe retailer based in Turkey. DERIMOD boasts a robust presence with over +88 owned retail stores and a thriving e-commerce platform.I take on a leadership role in change management, in addition to my traditional CFO responsibilities, contributing significantly to DERIMOD's presence as one of the most distinguished brands in the retail sector.I had the opportunity to lead a dynamic, cross-functional department of 10, we executed various efficiency-driven initiatives that brought about a substantial enhancement in our cash flow performance. This improvement was reflected in our key performance indicators (KPIs), encompassing enhanced credit ratings, reduced borrowing costs, and increased cash generation capabilities.

At Kibar Enerji, I served as a Board Member for a natural gas importing and wholesaling company, holding a license to trade volume of 1 billion m3 of natural gas annually.

At Balsu Gida, I had the privilege of serving as the Chief Financial Officer and Deputy General Manager for a renowned hazelnut processing and exporting company that consistently dominated the market through its subsidiaries in the USA, Germany, Chile, and its establishment in Turkey. Balsu also proudly held a 13% global market share.During my tenure, I undertook several pivotal initiatives:Established a robust budgeting, reporting, and financial planning framework, a noticable accomplishment in an environment where crafting accurate projections posed inherent challenges.Implemented improvements in working capital and cash flow management, contributing to the company's financial stability and growth.Took the lead in managing the entire transaction process for potential stake sales, serving as the key decision-maker in these critical negotiations.

With over a decade of experience in Financial Advisory and Transaction Services, I have been deeply involved in every aspect of M&A transactions.Throughout my career, I have successfully managed projects for top tier private equity firms and multinational strategic investors, spanning diverse industries. My responsibilities have included:Guiding and leading both sell-side and buy-side due diligence efforts.Conducting thorough business model assessments.Crafting intricate financial models to support decision-making.Conducting valuations to determine the true worth of potential investments.Spearheading restructuring efforts to optimize business operations.Facilitating negotiations for share purchase agreements.My extensive experience in these areas has equipped me with a comprehensive skill set and a proven track record of delivering valuable insights and results to my clients.

I had extensive experience collaborating across a broad range of industries in Germany. My specific focus was on leading comprehensive due diligence processes for multinational investors from the EU and Asia in buy-side transactions in Germany

I successfully executed intricate consolidation and specialized projects, including spin-offs and carve-outs, for major conglomerates within the manufacturing, media, consumer business, and construction sectors.