Istanbul, Türkiye
I build companies, teams, and systems that grow. As the founder of Carrier HR, I work at the intersection of strategy, people, and business growth. My passion is helping organizations scale — whether that means placing the right C-level leader, designing an HR operating model from the ground up, or guiding a company through culture and change transformation. I’ve partnered with fast-moving start-ups, global brands, and founder-led companies across Europe and MENA. My approach is simple: understand the business, build a people strategy that supports it, and execute with clarity, transparency, and measurable impact. Entrepreneurship is a big part of my life — from investing in new ventures to exploring HR tech, real estate opportunities, and long-term growth projects. I’m constantly learning, iterating, and building what’s next. If you’re scaling, transforming, or rethinking how your people strategy works, I’m always open to a conversation.
-Founded and established Carrier HR, developing the innovative Pro.Human methodology and building the company from concept to operational consultancy serving clients across Europe, Middle East, and CIS regions -Created distinctive market positioning and service offerings, differentiating Carrier HR from traditional consulting firms by leveraging hands-on HR practitioner experience rather than theoretical frameworks -Developed comprehensive talent lifecycle solutions, designing end-to-end services spanning pre-work to post-work phases while establishing continuous engagement models for sustainable client-candidate relationships -Built strategic client portfolio and market presence, establishing partnerships with organizations across multiple industries and geographic regions while maintaining focus on cross-cultural talent management expertise -Designed scalable business operations and delivery models, creating systematic approaches to executive search, talent consulting, and HR transformation projects while ensuring consistent service excellence -Established thought leadership and industry expertise, positioning Carrier HR as specialists in MENA, CIS, and European talent markets with particular focus on multinational team dynamics and regional compliance -Led business development and growth strategies, driving market expansion, client acquisition, and service innovation while building sustainable revenue streams and operational infrastructure -Cultivated extensive professional networks and industry relationships, leveraging 15+ years of HR leadership experience to create value-driven connections between clients and top-tier talent
Advising founders and shareholders on governance, shareholder alignment and organizational structure. Supporting decision-making at board level during a growth and transition phase, with a focus on clarity, accountability and long-term value creation.
-Provided strategic HR advisory services to Board of Directors, delivering executive consultation on change management initiatives, senior-level recruitment strategies, executive compensation frameworks, and organizational transformation projects -Advised on comprehensive performance management systems, guiding Board decisions on executive performance evaluation, leadership development programs, and succession planning strategies for C-suite and senior leadership positions -Consulted on organizational development and restructuring initiatives, providing strategic recommendations on corporate governance, organizational design, and structural optimization to support business objectives and growth strategies -Developed employee engagement and retention advisory frameworks, presenting Board-level insights on workforce trends, talent market analysis, and strategic recommendations for enhancing organizational culture and employee value proposition -Implemented process optimization and cost management strategies, conducting HR efficiency audits, recommending technology solutions, and delivering measurable cost savings through streamlined operations and strategic vendor management -Delivered change management consultation and implementation support, guiding Board through organizational transitions, merger integration activities, and cultural transformation initiatives while ensuring stakeholder alignment and employee communication -Provided executive-level HR intelligence and market insights, presenting quarterly workforce analytics, compensation benchmarking, and industry trend analysis to inform strategic decision-making and competitive positioning
-Served as Chief People Officer at Akinon, leading unprecedented organizational growth by scaling HR team from 3 to 21 professionals while establishing comprehensive functions including Compensation & Benefits, Talent Management, L&D, and Project Management -Achieved exceptional consecutive growth metrics, delivering 3x, 2x, and 1.5x employee headcount increases across successive years through strategic workforce planning and scalable recruitment processes -Implemented comprehensive retention and turnover management strategies, focusing on employee engagement, career development, and cultural transformation to maintain organizational stability during rapid expansion phases -Established proprietary Akinon talent database, building comprehensive candidate repository of 10,000+ qualified professionals across technology and business functions to support ongoing growth requirements -Led company's inaugural KPI implementation project, developing performance measurement frameworks, establishing baseline metrics, and creating data-driven decision-making culture across all organizational levels -Founded and launched Akinon's employer branding initiative 'æx', creating distinctive brand identity, employee value proposition, and market positioning strategy to attract top-tier talent in competitive tech landscape -Designed scalable HR infrastructure and processes, establishing frameworks capable of supporting rapid organizational growth while maintaining service excellence and employee experience standards -Drove cultural transformation and organizational development, aligning people strategy with business objectives while fostering innovation-focused, high-performance work environment throughout expansion phases