Ece Süreyya Birol

Founder coming soon | exMicrosoft | Bachelor of Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Istanbul, Türkiye

About

I am an impact-driven technology strategist and AI enthusiast passionate about transforming emerging technologies into meaningful business and societal outcomes. Previously, I worked as a Partner Technology Strategist at Microsoft, leading partner transformation across AI, cloud, security, and sustainability ecosystems. My role focused on crafting technical strategies, engaging with C-level leaders, and enabling partners to build scalable, data-driven solutions while supporting growth across complex technology ecosystems. Alongside this work, I contributed to diversity and inclusion initiatives through the Female Technical Talent Program and supported sustainability-focused innovation. Today, I am pursuing entrepreneurship and exploring how artificial intelligence can reshape industries, accelerate innovation, and enable new forms of value creation. My interests lie at the intersection of AI strategy, machine learning, cloud technologies, and product innovation. I hold a BSc in Electrical&Computer Engineering from Boston University and a MIT certification in Data Science and Machine Learning (2022). Earlier in my career, I served as a Teaching Assistant and mentor in Photonics, Electric Circuits, and AI, supporting students in developing strong technical and analytical foundations. Driven by curiosity and continuous learning, I am passionate about AI innovation, intelligent systems, and building technology that creates lasting impact.

Experience

  • Partner Technology Strategist at Microsoft
    Jan 2022 - Dec 2025 · 4 yrs

    Partner Technology Strategist at Microsoft, empowering global partners to deliver transformative cloud, AI, and sustainability solutions through strategic alignment and innovation. • Technology Leadership: Shape cloud and AI strategies for diverse partners, driving technical roadmaps that deliver scalable, high-impact solutions worldwide. • Innovation Catalyst: Enable partners to build and launch cutting-edge solutions on Microsoft platforms, accelerating market delivery and customer success. • Partner Enablement: Mentor technical leaders to enhance capabilities, fostering growth and securing successful deployments across global markets. • Diversity Champion: Led Microsoft Türkiye’s Female Technical Talent Program, achieving 90% graduate placement in tech roles and scaling skilling initiatives regionally. • Sustainability Advocate: Guide partners in deploying AI-driven sustainability solutions, advancing environmental and business goals on a global scale.

  • Research Assistant at NMBU - Norwegian University of Life Sciences
    Jul 2021 - Dec 2021 · 6 mos

    Contributed to innovative research advancing agricultural technologies through collaborative scientific efforts. • Developed machine learning techniques to enhance virtual phenomics, accelerating genetic gains in plant breeding. • Collaborated with global research teams, presenting findings to support cutting-edge agricultural solutions. • Developed an orthomosaic image shadow removal algorithm using Python, TensorFlow, and MATLAB for 9-band images, ensuring no data loss.

  • Boston University College of Engineering (Part-time · 1 yr 5 mos)
    • Undergraduate Research Assistant
      May 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Advanced optics research with innovative algorithms and endoscope design using advanced tools. • Designed a new endoscope model, enhancing research outcomes through creative technical solutions. • Created and shared weekly progress presentations with faculty and PhD students to advance research goals.

    • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
      Jan 2020 - May 2020 · 5 mos

      Supported engineering students with hands-on technical education and curriculum development. • Guided 55+ students in Photonics labs, assisting with circuitry setup and Arduino coding. • Designed educational materials, including syllabi and exercises, to enhance student learning outcomes.

  • Student Advisor at Boston University
    Sep 2020 - Jan 2021 · 5 mos

    Empowered new engineering students through personalized mentorship and academic guidance. • Mentored 15 incoming students, facilitating their transition to college with tailored scheduling support. • Held weekly meetings to ensure academic progress and provide insights on engineering requirements.

  • Intern at AI4ALL
    May 2020 - Aug 2020 · 4 mos

    Delivered impactful AI education to inspire the next generation of technologists. • Developed Python and TensorFlow exercises in Google Colab, enabling 25 students to master AI concepts. • Provided individualized support to optimize student learning and enhance curriculum engagement.