Istanbul, Türkiye
In 2008, I founded Business Networking Academy with a visionary outlook on forging personal and corporate goals through trust-oriented and systematic collaborations. With a dedication to innovation and excellence, I have since then, conducted the CEO and Leader Networking Coaching Program with numerous BIST 100 corporate leaders, fostering an international environment of growth, learning, and connection. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege to provide more than 80,000 professionals and entrepreneurs with our proprietary networking trainings, marking a first in Turkey’s history. I am also the creator of the BNA Speed Networking™ sessions, a platform designed to facilitate meaningful and productive interactions. I’ve always believed in sharing my knowledge and experiences. To that end, I regularly publish my insights, findings, and experiences. I am the proud author of best-selling books like "Networking, the Art of Meeting, Introducing and Recognition" and "Networking with LinkedIn in the Business World". Additionally, I’ve co-authored influential works including "The Golden Rules of Entrepreneurship" and the "KOSGEB Entrepreneurship Handbook". My educational journey took me from the esteemed halls of Galatasaray High School to the University of Wisconsin, enriching my worldview and equipping me with diverse skills. Later, I completed my Professional Coaching and NLP Master studies at Erickson Coaching International, further honing my expertise to empower others to achieve their aspirations through systematic and trust-based networking. References, Accreditations and Awards - Stevie, Brandon Hall and ATD award winning collaboration with corporate academies - Financial Times Top 100 "Executive Development Center" accredited leadership program collaboration - Erickson International Professional Coaching and NLP Master Coaching Accreditation - Copyrighted Networking Trainings - Bestseller Books Recently, I joined LAM Atlantic as Global Network Partner, where I leverage my extensive experience coaching and training hundreds of CEOs and leaders to drive high-value global collaborations.
I established the Business Networking Academy (BNA), a platform that has connected with over 80,000 professionals and entrepreneurs. Through our Speed Networking events, Business Networking trainings, CEO Networking Program, and LinkedIn workshops, we’ve created an ecosystem that fosters professional growth and business expansion. Our specially curated Networking Trainings cater to a diverse audience including: - Professionals entrusted with business development and driving sales growth, - Leaders managing large, dynamic teams where extensive interaction is integral, - Subsidiary groups within vast multinational corporations seeking to enhance internal and external connectivity, - Individuals aiming to expand their business or social networks to cultivate richer, lasting relationships, - Start-ups in need of a conducive networking ambiance to find team members, business partners, and clients. At BNA, we are committed to empowering professionals and businesses with the tools and insights to navigate, leverage, and thrive in the intricate world of networking, ensuring they’re not just participants but significant contributors and beneficiaries of this dynamic ecosystem.
At LAM Atlantic, I leverage my extensive experience coaching and training hundreds of CEOs and leaders to drive high-value global collaborations. I’m responsible for developing and managing an international network that empowers organizations to expand their market reach, co-develop transformative solutions, and execute large-scale, impactful projects. This opportunity allows me to combine my passion for leadership development with strategic global networking, ultimately fostering innovation and growth across diverse industries.
I played an active role in the establishment of the process improvement and consulting team following a corporate merger and acquisition. In companies that operate globally with teams of over 1000 professionals, I had the opportunity to deeply explore the significance of internal networking through various applications and models. This has been a valuable experience and learning journey in my career.
At GM, I was a key member of the liquidity team, where I skillfully managed a $5 billion short-term liquidity portfolio. Every day presented an opportunity to optimize and safeguard the company's financial resources, ensuring agility and robustness in an ever-evolving marketplace. My role combined strategic oversight and hands-on management, underscoring the balance between risk and return.