What is your current career stage and what can help you unlock your next level?
As I mentioned, I am a strategy consultant working at a government entity here in UAE, responsible for the ecosystem development. In addition, I am the director of Global Partnership Acquisitions at Women in AI, a global nonprofit do-tank working towards inclusive AI that benefits the whole world. I am interested in collaborations and expanding my network with likeminded individuals that share the same type of enthusiasm in creativity and global collaboration. Prior to moving to UAE, I founded a wellness company in Turkey. My future career plans include founding a wellness/endurance sports startup here in UAE and would love to engage with individuals who are experienced / interested in this area.
Why would you want to join 1833/١٨٣٣?
I am interested being a part of 1833 because I would like to be a part of a community that has mutual interests in future thinking, design thinking, entrepreneurship and creativity. As the director of global partnership acquisitions in Women In AI, I have led and executed partnerships with startups, corporates as well as global tech companies engaged in AI in more than 100 countries in the world and I believe there is a huge potential in collaborating in projects that benefits the entire world, especially in applications of AI. In addition, as an ecosystem development professional, I'm always intrigued in being a part of community and collaborating. I am also a member of Atolye in Dubai where I have the opportunity to interact with like-minded individuals.
What are your creative interests? How do you spend your free time?
I am a huge sports enthusiast! I am a full marathon runner, having completed 8 full marathons in Istanbul, Berlin, Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Athens, LA, and lastly in Frankfurt. My personal best is 3:37 in Frankfurt Marathon 2024. I also enjoy other endurance sports including swimming, biking, and playing tennis. I am a certified pilates instructor. I play the piano and the guitar. I enjoy reading science fiction and traveling in my free time.