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Istanbul, Turkey

One-stop solution provider for IT modernization through digital transformation. Leveraging latest standards and cutting-edge technology platforms to provide a wide array of services, including data analytics, application development, testing, customer engagement platform and seamless system integration.• Spearheaded Intellica and DNext brand strategies from scratch, bringing in and strategizing with world-class consultants, identifying and expanding audiences, collaborating with… Show more One-stop solution provider for IT modernization through digital transformation. Leveraging latest standards and cutting-edge technology platforms to provide a wide array of services, including data analytics, application development, testing, customer engagement platform and seamless system integration.• Spearheaded Intellica and DNext brand strategies from scratch, bringing in and strategizing with world-class consultants, identifying and expanding audiences, collaborating with stakeholders to build and implement comprehensive plans.• Directed the development and management of Intellica and PiA websites and content, aligning digital channel strategies with overall communication goals to enhance engagement across platforms.• Managed external media agencies to maintain all three brands’ consistency across all company accounts and social media; leveraged customer success stories to build trust with target audiences.• Structured and executed e-Turquality assessment, secured 5-year e-Turquality support for 20 priority initiatives, including marketing strategies, and played a key role in corporate strategy development alongside the PiA COO.• Managed global industry fair preparations overseas (MWC, Gitex, TM Forum), overseeing space negotiations and event area design, ensuring impactful company presence. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Kızlar Sahada is dedicated to breaking societal gender norms and empowering girls and women through the sport of football. By organizing football schools, tournaments, and development camps, the initiative strives to promote inclusivity, gender equality, and social development across Turkey, inspiring participants of all ages to challenge stereotypes and build confidence both on and off the field.My Support:As an event planner and photographer for Kızlar Sahada, I actively… Show more Kızlar Sahada is dedicated to breaking societal gender norms and empowering girls and women through the sport of football. By organizing football schools, tournaments, and development camps, the initiative strives to promote inclusivity, gender equality, and social development across Turkey, inspiring participants of all ages to challenge stereotypes and build confidence both on and off the field.My Support:As an event planner and photographer for Kızlar Sahada, I actively contribute to the organization by coordinating and capturing the vibrant moments at football events. Through my work, I help create a lasting impact by showcasing the empowerment of women in sports and ensuring smooth event execution. Show less

Germany & Turkey

Istanbul based German start-up providing an innovative solution to coupon business. Connecting end-users, retailers and hotels through coupon-based loyalty service.• Constructed the coupon platform from scratch, basing it on three interconnected services: coupon sales business “MigodaPro.com”, coupon redemption and booking site “Migoda.com”, and hotel booking management system “MigodaHotels.com”.• Managed all project/product activities for the platform serving businesses and… Show more Istanbul based German start-up providing an innovative solution to coupon business. Connecting end-users, retailers and hotels through coupon-based loyalty service.• Constructed the coupon platform from scratch, basing it on three interconnected services: coupon sales business “MigodaPro.com”, coupon redemption and booking site “Migoda.com”, and hotel booking management system “MigodaHotels.com”.• Managed all project/product activities for the platform serving businesses and customers in 5 languages.• Integrated Stripe Payment Services to collect payments, send payouts to partner hotels, and automated invoicing to hotels and end-customers. • Built the entire booking, reservation, and cancellation processes, defined payment terms, and automated communications between hotels and coupon-holders, streamlining the entire workflow for all parties while optimizing the platform’s UI/UX to enhance user experience and engagement.• Started the onboarding of 800 hotels in Germany and Ireland. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Türkiye’s leading law firm with 80+ lawyers, 40 years of experience and key presence around the world. Offering legal services in finance and technology sectors, emphasizing innovation and client diversity. Expertise in corporate law, mergers and intellectual property.• Redesigned the firm’s international, regional, and external communication strategies to support its global business expansion.• Launched Aksan Academy on YouTube, produced short and long progressive educational video… Show more Türkiye’s leading law firm with 80+ lawyers, 40 years of experience and key presence around the world. Offering legal services in finance and technology sectors, emphasizing innovation and client diversity. Expertise in corporate law, mergers and intellectual property.• Redesigned the firm’s international, regional, and external communication strategies to support its global business expansion.• Launched Aksan Academy on YouTube, produced short and long progressive educational video content, significantly boosting the firm’s online visibility and engagement.• Implemented highly targeted newsletter program for the firm’s niche clientele and published law-related content via firm’s website and social media platforms, enhancing partner and client relations.• Revitalized company profile and successfully enhanced outreach efforts to potential international partners.• Organized Technopark Istanbul Seminar Series focused on local and international legislation for startups.• Developed the Aksan Law Firm Orientation Guide, facilitating the on-boarding of new lawyers and updating existing team members on internal processes. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Promotion of sustainable socio-economic development of the Republic of Kazakhstan by attracting foreign investment in priority sectors of economy and providing comprehensive support of investment projects.• Facilitated business development initiatives, promoting investment in Kazakhstan’s priority sectors to prospective Turkish conglomerates.• Successfully organized Kazakh Day event at the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ITO), providing insights to 120 chamber members on market trends… Show more Promotion of sustainable socio-economic development of the Republic of Kazakhstan by attracting foreign investment in priority sectors of economy and providing comprehensive support of investment projects.• Facilitated business development initiatives, promoting investment in Kazakhstan’s priority sectors to prospective Turkish conglomerates.• Successfully organized Kazakh Day event at the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ITO), providing insights to 120 chamber members on market trends and investment opportunities in Kazakhstan.• Delivered monthly reports to Kazakh Invest HQ, driving continuous business engagement and investment in the region. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Software company to enhance transparency and efficiency in decision-making and duty reporting for aviation professionals in Turkey. By leveraging advanced technology, F&R aims to streamline complex duty schedules and improve operational workflows for pilots and crew members with backing of Istanbul Technical University Seed and Teknopark Istanbul. • Formulated and accomplished process and requirement analyses for Turkish Airline pilots• Delivered project scope to a software company… Show more Software company to enhance transparency and efficiency in decision-making and duty reporting for aviation professionals in Turkey. By leveraging advanced technology, F&R aims to streamline complex duty schedules and improve operational workflows for pilots and crew members with backing of Istanbul Technical University Seed and Teknopark Istanbul. • Formulated and accomplished process and requirement analyses for Turkish Airline pilots• Delivered project scope to a software company for outsourcing• Defined go-to market strategy via partnership with Hava Is syndicate Show less

Arbil, Iraq

Finance company specializing in consumer credit, offered through retailers for white and brown goods.• Established and led new finance entity in partnership with local sister company, driving the creation of credit sales channels for consumer loans in a market without an existing B2C banking system.• Developed and executed a market-entry strategy, adapting the business model to fit local conditions.• Implemented operating processes and company policies from scratch… Show more Finance company specializing in consumer credit, offered through retailers for white and brown goods.• Established and led new finance entity in partnership with local sister company, driving the creation of credit sales channels for consumer loans in a market without an existing B2C banking system.• Developed and executed a market-entry strategy, adapting the business model to fit local conditions.• Implemented operating processes and company policies from scratch, collaborating closely with company lawyer and core team.• Built the organizational structure, hired core team, modeled and designed credit bureau, conducted and completed deals with big retailers and chain shops (Sony, Vestel, Carrefour) and successfully launched operations in Erbil. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

Leading business intelligence and software consultancy company, specializing in delivering end-to-end business solutions in data warehouse, data management, data modeling, data governance.• Led the Oracle Exadata data warehouse migration and implementation project for Korek Telecom, sponsored by Ericsson, ensuring the project was delivered on time on agreed scope with successful soft and hard launches.• Coordinated a team of 20+ developers across Istanbul and Erbil, tracked and… Show more Leading business intelligence and software consultancy company, specializing in delivering end-to-end business solutions in data warehouse, data management, data modeling, data governance.• Led the Oracle Exadata data warehouse migration and implementation project for Korek Telecom, sponsored by Ericsson, ensuring the project was delivered on time on agreed scope with successful soft and hard launches.• Coordinated a team of 20+ developers across Istanbul and Erbil, tracked and reported project progress to stakeholders.• Renewed existing ETL reports and developed 9 new KPIs and geography-based metrics to enhance business insights. Maintained clear communication with C-level executives, IT staff, and business users, ensuring alignment across all stages of the project lifecycle.• Reviewed and handed over the project documentation to the IT teams and obtained a signed acceptance of the project from the C-levels. Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

KuponNow aims to provide location-aware, instant discount and promotion delivery to users, enhancing their shopping experiences by connecting them with real-time offers. Sponsored by the Startup Factory accelerator at Ozyegin University, KuponNow is one of the first mobile apps in Turkey to revolutionize the way consumers access promotions and businesses engage with customers.• Facilitated product management activities such as new feature development, end-user feedback collection, and… Show more KuponNow aims to provide location-aware, instant discount and promotion delivery to users, enhancing their shopping experiences by connecting them with real-time offers. Sponsored by the Startup Factory accelerator at Ozyegin University, KuponNow is one of the first mobile apps in Turkey to revolutionize the way consumers access promotions and businesses engage with customers.• Facilitated product management activities such as new feature development, end-user feedback collection, and A/B testing• Ensured product quality and coordinated graphic design, web-development and mobile app-building teams to meet deadlines• Conducted e-mail and SMS marketing programs, created marketing content for user acquisition and retention Show less

Istanbul, Turkey

MBIS, Turkey’s first SAP Gold Partner in the information technology sector.• Programmed graphic user interface; developed back-end database connections and SQL queries;designed and built the application’s algorithm, created print layouts for smart-forms

Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey's 3rd biggest e-commerce platform at the time, bidolu.com or baskuda.com• Prepared front-page content for consumer electronics and managed the e-commerce platform’s content.• Collaborated with suppliers to create new campaigns, conducted market research, and handled product management. • Resolved issues between suppliers and end users to ensure a smooth customer experience.

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Mathematics

Activities and Societies: Basketball, Entrepreneurship Final assignment : Adaptation of Fractional Geometry (fractals) to monthly.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Knowledge & Innovation Management

High School, French