Türkiye
Having an international and diverse background, I have previously worked as a Project Analyst at UNDP, as a Consultant at Istanbul Economics, an affiliate of U.S.-based FTI Consulting and as the Coordinator of Asia-Pacific Business Councils at Foreign Economic Relations Board of Turkey (DEIK). I have completed my Masters in Economics at Paris I Panthéon Sorbonne as a full-scholarship recipient from the Eiffel Excellence Program, and studied Political Science at Galatasaray University. I regularly contribute to various publications and conferences on global economy and geopolitics. In my current role as Public Policy Manager at Vodafone, I leverage my policy expertise to drive evidence-based advocacy and stakeholder engagement, helping to shape strategic positions and supporting informed business decisions.
Contract-based work including: • Worked on a portfolio of developing countries and LDCs to identify SDG investment opportunities • Led the restructuring of a development finance institution project to align it with global financing trends and formulating public policy recommendations in collaboration with key government institutions • Conducted macroeconomic and sectoral analysis while focusing on private sector development and economic diversification through projects that involve national and international stakeholders
Istanbul Economics is a U.S. based FTI Consulting affiliate public affairs services company. Clients include multinationals, international organizations and public sector agencies. • Advised multinational clients on policy, regulatory and geopolitical risk and opportunity assessment • Monitored political, economic and sectoral developments and prepared memos to C-level executives • Supported public affairs teams by guiding their engagement in international NGOs and business networks • Involved in economic impact assessments for major private sector projects, analyzing their contributions to Türkiye's GDP
• Led market research, growth and sourcing services for French companies entering Turkish market • Provided regular analysis to board members regarding political and economic developments in Turkey and the EU • Steered the agenda of a 500+ member network of French and Turkish companies and supported public affairs teams
• Acted as a key point-of-contact for consultation with internal and external stakeholders including government organizations, business associations, NGOs, private sector organizations and think tanks. • Developed market-entry and business development strategies by assessing likely political and macroeconomic risks and screening potential business deals. • Represented DEIK at external meetings and conferences and facilitated BRI and ASEAN research and working committees
• Monitored the business landscape of Turkey and Asia-Pacific region and work to ensure that Business Councils representatives are up to date on investment climate, procurement methods and foreign trade policies of those countries. • Coordinated the meetings such as business forums, official delegation visits and B2Bs liaising with government agencies and international stakeholders. • Prepared high-level consultations, country profiles and drafted speeches, talking points and official letters.