I was born in Fatih, Istanbul in 1989 and was given my grandfather’s name. My fathers’ international investments and occupation required living in various countries around the world: I competed primary school in Rochester, New York, secondary school in Khartoum, Sudan and high school in Johannesburg, South Africa. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Monash University in South Africa and Malaysia. I completed Master’s degree in International Trade at Istanbul Ticaret University. Throughout this time, I have learned both English and Arabic languages.
I began my professional life at MON Investment, established in Johannesburg, which serves as a strong bridge between Turkiye and African countries. I have been connected with the African continent for as long as I can remember. One of the most important goals in my life is to guide everyone who wants to develop diplomatic and economic relations between my homeland, Africa, and Gulf countries through my experiences. I have structured my entire professional life to achieve this goal. I have combined the experiences I gained in African life and business culture, which I have been familiar with since my youth, under the umbrella of MON Investment. Since 2017, I have been serving as the Chairman of the Board of the company.
With an awareness of how important entrepreneurship is for our country, I decided to become one of the co-founders of H₂O Invest, which was established in 2020. H₂O Invest aims to contribute to our country’s economic and social development by investing in sustainability and innovation focused start-up’s during their early stages.
Other Business and Social Responsibilities
I also assume various tasks in professional organizations and NGOs.
- Vice President of DEİK Sudan – Turkey Business Council
- President of Diplomatic Relations at MÜSİAD
- On the Board of Directors for Al Sharq Forum
- On the Board of Directors for Forum Istanbul 2023 Conferences
- On the Board of Directors for Association of Friends of Africa
- On the Board of Directors for Adil Efendi Foundation