Graduate, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of Business, Marmara University; Master's degree, Department of International Relations, Istanbul University. 1994, founded Turkuaz Textiles Co. 2005-12, Deputy Chairman, Turkish Association of Municipalities; Mayor of Denizli; Chairman, Turkish Committee of European Council Congress of Local Authorities. 2009-12, Chairman, Union of Turkish World Municipalities. Oct. - Dec. 2013, Chairman, Committee of Industry, Trade, Energy, Natural Resources, Information and Technology. Since December 2013, Minister of Economy. Former: Spokesman, Denizli Platform; Member, Denizli Chamber of Industry; Chairman, Denizli Textile and Garment Exporters' Association.