Istanbul, Türkiye
As a sales and business development professional with over a decade of experience, I have continuously refined my negotiation and problem-solving skills across various industries. During my more than two years at promiseQ GmbH, I have prioritized values, motivations, and goals that align with the company's mission and culture. In my role as a representative of the Turkish market, I have contributed diverse perspectives and experiences to our team. During my year as Director of Product and Business Development at FARMAVR, we pioneered innovations in pharmacy education through VR technology, making a significant impact on the industry. The technical knowledge and hands-on experience I gained further strengthened my business development capabilities and reinforced my problem-solving skills. My success in these roles has been driven by my openness to diversity and innovation.
As my Master’s thesis focused on the exhibition industry with an emphasis on institutionalization and internationalization, I joined the IFCO (Istanbul Fashion Connection) project to contribute directly to field operations and participant development. Throughout the project, I supported exhibitor acquisition, fair promotion, and market intelligence activities across Türkiye. I conducted in-person visits with retailers and manufacturers in key segments including ready-to-wear, bridal/evening wear, menswear, kids & babywear, and lingerie, helping expand the exhibitor pipeline and strengthen IFCO’s presence in regional markets. Based on field observations, I analyzed regional potential, measured fair awareness, and provided regular reporting to senior management. I also engaged with industry associations, chambers, and key stakeholders to support promotional collaborations. During this process, I provided market intelligence and participant development support to the Exporters’ Association and related stakeholders. Key Achievements / Outcomes: Conducted 4,500+ store visits across 30 cities. Collected and delivered thousands of qualified leads to the sales team. Identified high-potential regions and delivered strategic field reports. Reported exhibitor conversion opportunities and market trends in key cities such as Izmir, Bursa, Mersin, Kocaeli, Erzurum, Gaziantep, Trabzon and Istanbul. Built relationships with chamber and association leaders to establish local support and promotion channels. Assessed outdoor advertising areas and proposed visibility optimization recommendations. Documented commercial impact through field feedback (buyers planning sourcing trips around IFCO, increased trade activity, etc.).
Currently learning German to explore new opportunities in the DACH market, while studying at Volkshochschule (VHS) in Stadt Köln. And also I am exploring potential job opportunities in the DACH region and spending time working with new AI models. I dedicate time to improving myself through mini projects involving hydroponics, renewable energy, basic coding, and the ESP32-CAM module. After March 25, I will return to Turkey (Istanbul) and begin my job search focused on my areas of interest and expertise.
At promiseQ GmbH, I supported business development, sales execution, and investor-related activities, contributing to the company’s growth strategy. I worked on B2B lead generation, customer outreach, needs analysis, and solution positioning, helping expand the sales pipeline. In addition, I actively contributed to the company’s fundraising process by supporting investor scouting, outreach, meeting coordination, and follow-up. As a result, I played an important role in supporting a successful fundraising effort of approximately €600K, strengthening investor relations and helping move the process forward. Key Responsibilities / Achievements: B2B lead generation, outreach, and sales pipeline development Market research, competitor analysis, and customer segmentation CRM updates, reporting, and structured follow-up processes Investor scouting and investor outreach Supporting pitch meetings and fundraising coordination Contributed significantly to securing approximately €600K investment International communication with prospects (English / Turkish)