Founding Partner & GP of 500 Startups Istanbul, a $15M VC fund focused on backing early-stage technology companies from Turkey and Turkish diaspora.
Formerly, co-founder Peak Games, the largest online and mobile gaming company in Turkey and MENA. Raised US$ 30 m in VC funding from Earlybird and Hummingbird Ventures. Co-Founder, of Hemenkiralik.com, the leading local marketplace for short-term rental space in Turkey, and a strategic partner to Homeaway/Expedia. Founding Member, Global Shapers Istanbul Hub, World Economic Forum. Ex Investment Banker at Morgan Stanley & Investment Professional at Turkven Private Equity. BA in Economics, Harvard University.