As the Director of Product Strategy and Innovation at InterProbe, I lead our efforts to drive product innovation and strategic growth in the public safety sector. My key responsibilities include:Strategic Product Ownership:-Oversee the strategic direction and lifecycle management of our product portfolio-Align product strategies with overall company goals and market demandsBusiness Development and Marketing:-Develop comprehensive business strategies to expand our market presence-Create compelling marketing materials that effectively communicate our product value propositionsTechnical and Commercial Proposal Development:-Lead the creation of technical specifications and commercial proposals-Ensure our proposals accurately reflect our products' capabilities and competitive advantagesCross-functional Collaboration:-Work closely with technical teams to optimize product positioning within our solution offerings-Foster strong relationships across departments to ensure seamless product integration and developmentInnovation Leadership:-Identify and capitalize on emerging trends in the public safety sector-Develop innovative solution proposals utilizing both InterProbe and Pavo Group productsStrategic Planning and Presentation:-Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform product strategies-Present strategic recommendations and innovative solutions to senior managementGrowth and Innovation Strategy:-Monitor industry developments and technological advancements-Guide the company's growth and innovation strategies in response to market dynamicsIn this role, I leverage my experience in project management and software analysis to drive product excellence and contribute to our company's position as a leader in public safety solutions.

As Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) and the Software Analyst Team, I've taken on key responsibilities to ensure the efficient delivery of projects within our organisation:-Leading software project management in high stakes industries: Leading software project management in critical sectors such as defence, cyber security, intelligence and communication systems.-Building and Managing the PMO: Successfully built and managed a PMO of over 10 project managers and software analysts.-Managing a diverse project portfolio: Managed a portfolio of over 20 enterprise projects with the support of my project management team.-Leading Software Business Analysis: Actively involved in software business analysis activities with my team of analysts.-Establishing Project Management Infrastructure: I led the implementation of PMI and CMMI DEV Level 3 standards, setting up processes, reports, measurements, plans and integrating tools such as Sharepoint, Jira and Discord.-SEPG Group Leadership: Led the SEPG to establish and monitor software processes in accordance with CMMI DEV L3 v3.0 standards.

As Manager of the Project Management Office (PMO) and Software Analyst Team, I've led the establishment and management of a robust project management infrastructure, built and overseen a skilled PMO team, managed a diverse project portfolio, actively participated in software business analyst activities, and led software project management in critical industries.

I actively represented the company in collaboration with Business Development Management, playing a key role in fostering business growth and development.I held the position of "Industry Executive Board Member" at the Turkish Informatics Association (TBD) and actively participated in all its activities, contributing to the advancement of the IT industry.Additionally, I engaged in all activities of the METU Defense Industry Cluster (TSSK), where I collaborated with industry peers to drive innovation and progress in the defense sector.I took charge of defining and enhancing organization-wide processes, aligning them with CMMI (L3 v1.3b & v2.0) and PMI standards. These improvements were instrumental in promoting efficiency and quality across the organization.I played a crucial role in preparing for the CMMI SCAMPI assessment, ensuring the entire R&D center staff received the necessary training and preparation.As an Appraisal Team Member (ATM), I actively carried out all SCAMPI activities, meticulously evaluating the organization's adherence to CMMI standards and facilitating continuous improvement.Leading a team of 3 project managers, I successfully managed 6 defense industry software projects. This involved overseeing project planning, execution, and delivery to meet critical industry requirements.I took on the responsibility of training the R&D Center staff, comprising over 30 members, to equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills for CMMI SCAMPI preparations.Overall, my skill set includes expertise in Business Strategy, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Project Management, and Agile Methodologies. These abilities have been instrumental in driving successful project outcomes, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

Managed a high-stakes ERP software project for the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, lasting over 4 years and encompassing more than 160 modules, with a dedicated team of 15+ skilled software developers.Successfully oversaw software projects for esteemed institutions such as the Republic of Turkey Statistics Institute and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, ensuring seamless execution and delivering exceptional outcomes.Demonstrated adept project management skills by orchestrating multiple projects within stringent timeframes and budget constraints. Effectively tackled complex problems and collaborated closely with senior leaders to ensure project success.Skillfully identified project requirements, plans, and necessary resources to achieve objectives, ensuring project goals were met effectively and efficiently.Led the development and initiation of projects, meticulously managing costs and closely monitoring performance to ensure projects stayed on track.Ensured adherence to project deadlines by coordinating with contractors and efficiently managing performance throughout the project lifecycle.Cultivated positive and constructive relationships with vendors, fostering a collaborative environment that contributed to project success and quality deliverables.As a founding member of the "e-Tohum" startup company, actively participated in prestigious events like Startup Turkey and represented our country abroad at the "1776VC Global Challenge" event, showcasing our innovative solutions to a global audience.