Duygu Öçalan

Agency Owner specializing in International Trade and Communication

Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye

About

As an agency owner with over 27 years of experience, I serve as the exclusive agent for prominent Italian textile companies, including Fil Man Made S.r.l., Torcitura Lei Tsu, ILCAT and Tintoria Sala, catering to the Turkish market. My work focuses on high-quality yarns such as TREVIRA CS, Viscose ECOVERO, TENCEL, and PES GRS, designed for upholstery, home textiles, weaving, knitting and more. Dedicated to connecting innovative yarn producers with the Turkish market, I emphasize sustainable and advanced textile solutions. By leveraging expertise in international trade, business relationship management, and communication, I aim to foster long-term partnerships and meet the evolving demands of the textile industry.

Experience

  • Agency Owner at Tibet Tekstil Yarn Agency
    Jan 2012 - Present · 14 yrs 6 mos

    Exclusive agent of Fil Man Made S.r.l, Torcitura Lei Tsu, Tintoria Sala for Turkish market

  • Trader at Duygu Ocalan
    Aug 2011 - Present · 14 yrs 11 mos

    Represent exclusive Italian textile companies (Fil Man Made S.r.l., Torcitura Lei Tsu, ILCAT, Tintoria Sala) in the Turkish market. Handle end-to-end client relations, from contract negotiation to after-sales support. Develop tailored business strategies to expand client base and optimize profitability. Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities. Manage all administrative, financial, and operational aspects of the agency. Collaborate with international partners to introduce sustainable and innovative yarns. Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and superior product quality. Build strong, long-term customer relationships through trust and transparent communication.

  • Agent at Self-employed
    Jul 1998 - Present · 28 yrs

  • General Coordinator at CEYTEKS İPLİK VE KUMAŞ LTD ŞTİ
    Jun 1998 - Present · 28 yrs 1 mo

  • Executive Distributor and shop owner at Fiorucci
    Aug 2013 - Aug 2014 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Executive distibutor of Fiorucci brand in Turkey and owner of the first shop opened in Trump Cadde Mecidiyekoy