Orlando, Florida, United States
An MBA and an achievement oriented, digitally savvy Business and Financial Services professional with a diversified international experience gained in top tier multinational organizations in USA, Turkey, Europe and Dubai. Throughout his international tenures, Semih participated in cross-functional projects, worked with C-Level executives, department and regional heads, led large territories delivering exceptional business results. Working in multicultural, multi-jurisdictional environments made him an adaptable professional , agile leader, providing a competitive edge. Semih has strong leadership and expertise in: Strategy • Client Growth • Market & Business Development • Sales & Marketing Leadership • Competitive Analysis • Product Positioning • Client Relationship Management • Investment Management • Trading • Asset & Wealth Management • International Banking and Lending • Fiduciary Advisory • Financial Planning & Analysis With extensive experience working with : Executives • Ultra High Net Worth Individual clients • Centers of Influence (COI) Groups • Intermediaries • Institutions • Funds • Asset Management Firms • Family Offices • Private Equity • Sovereign entities • Financial Institutions Globally. He has also been curious & up-skilling in: Algorithmic Equities Trading • Fintech • Digital Transformation • Blockchain and Strategic Business Applications • Artificial Intelligence (AI) • Machine Learning ( ML) • Analytics
• Managed a book of sophisticated client relationships via Vanguard's UHNW Wealth Management segment. • Provided comprehensive continuum of Wealth Management solutions including but not limited to Investments, Wealth Planning, Trust and Estate Services, Alternative Investments, Fully Paid Lending, Margin, Cash Solutions through effective client consultancy and sales enablement strategies fostering strong client relationships resulting in revenue growth and asset generation. -Participated in strategy, business development and training initiatives supporting leadership.
• Led client acquisition and sales efforts for Wealth & Investment Management products at Merrill Lynch. • Developed and maintained relationships with high-net-worth clients to drive business growth. • Utilized Merrill Lynch and Bank of America platforms to offer a wide range of financial services. • Achieved significant revenue growth through strategic wealth planning and fiduciary advisory services.
• Led regional strategy and business development activities for the group in MENA, resulting in a significant increase in client acquisition and growth. • Managed teams and relationships with high-net-worth , ultra high net worth individuals, family offices, and private equity clients in MENA, Gulf Countries, and Turkey. • Implemented innovative investment solutions and wealth planning strategies utilizing BIL Luxembourg platform.
• Led regional strategy and client acquisition activities in MENA, Gulf Countries, and Turkey for Akbank's Global Wealth & Investment Management division. • Developed and implemented growth initiatives, resulting in a significant increase in sales and business development opportunities. • Managed relationships with private and institutional clients, offering a wide range of investment, wealth planning, banking, and lending solutions.