Ahmet Altıok

Sales | Marketing | Strategy Advisor @ LongBridge Growth Consultancy

Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye

About

With over 20 years of leadership experience in Sales, Marketing, and Operations Management, I specialize in driving revenue growth, scaling retail and e-commerce operations, and crafting B2B/B2C go-to-market strategies across local and global markets. Throughout my career, I’ve led 3,000+ employees, managed 500+ stores in 77 cities and 4 countries, and held senior roles at market-leading companies like D&R, DeFacto, Desa, and Temmer Marble. I've also played a pivotal role in e-commerce transformation, omnichannel growth, and digital sales platforms. Currently, I provide consultancy at LongBridge to help startups and established brands accelerate their growth, optimize performance, and expand through AI-supported strategies, community building, and franchise development. Core competencies: Strategic Sales Leadership (B2B/B2C) Retail & E-Commerce Growth Operational Efficiency & Profitability Franchise & Partnership Development AI-Driven Marketing Optimization International Market Expansion Let’s connect if you're looking to scale your business, optimize operations, or build future-ready sales strategies.

Experience

  • Sales | Marketing | Strategy Advisor at LongBridge Consultancy
    Oct 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 9 mos

    Business Growth Consultancy, Mentoring, Coaching Retail Sales & Marketing & Operation, Franchise Systems

  • D&R (Full-time · 5 yrs 7 mos)
    • Strategy and Business Development Director
      Jun 2021 - Oct 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Sales&Operation&Marketing Strategic Planning & Development, Business Development Management Strategic investments and management of business partnerships Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management

    • Sales & Operations Director
      Apr 2017 - Jul 2022 · 5 yrs 4 mos

      Sales & Operations Management

  • Sales & Operations Director at DESA DERİ
    Sep 2013 - Dec 2016 · 3 yrs 4 mos

    Sales & Marketing Management

  • DeFacto (Istanbul, Türkiye)
    • Sales Operations Manager
      Apr 2012 - Aug 2013 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Sales & Marketing Management

    • Deputy Sales & Operations Director
      Jan 2008 - Apr 2012 · 4 yrs 4 mos

      Sales & Marketing Management

  • Managing Partner at MindPark Retail Performance Consultancy
    Jun 2006 - Feb 2008 · 1 yr 9 mos