Özlem Kalkan

C-level Executive / Technology Leader

Istanbul, Türkiye

About

A seasoned, well-networked C-level executive with 21+ years of leadership in telecom, technology, and digital distribution. Known for transforming organizations, scaling operations, and building high-performing cultures that deliver sustainable growth. Multidisciplinary foundation (Microelectronics Engineer, Double MSc in Telecom Engineering & Management, INSEAD mini-MBA) combines technical depth with strategic acumen. Proven track record of revenue/profit growth, disruptive business model creation, and global vendor partnerships. Recognized as Microsoft Woman Leader of Technology and IDC Digital Transformation Leader of the Year. Extensive experience in Executive Management of Sales, Marketing, Strategy, Partnerships, Digital Transformation, Business Development, Strategic Alliances & Growth. Hold prestigious leadership awards nationwide. Women in sales & marketing mentor. Social impact and personal growth enthusiast. Driven and inclusive team player. Passionate about connecting people for better/bigger/happier.

Experience

  • Chief Sales Officer at OREDATA
    Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    Leading commercial transformation and sales organization at Google Cloud MSP Partner specializing in digital transformation, cloud managed services, and data analytics solutions across MENAT region.

  • team.blue (1 yr 8 mos)
    • Non-Executive Board Member
      Nov 2023 - Jun 2025 · 1 yr 8 mos

    • Advisory
      Jul 2024 - Jan 2025 · 7 mos

      Advisory role scope: - substitute Chief Digital Officer - leading technology teams - leading local Datacenter migration projects - leading local technology M&A projects

  • CEO at AGM Teknoloji
    2024 - 2025 · 1 yr

    Founded in 2021 under the umbrella of Mıstaçoğlu Holding with the mission of contributing to Turkey's digital transformation and bringing innovative solutions, AGM Technology is a company operating in the production of consumer electronics products.

  • Non-Executive: Board Member at Lumnion
    2023 - 2025 · 2 yrs

  • Non-Executive: Board Member at Teknosa
    2022 - 2023 · 1 yr