Functional Skills

Artificial Intelligence
Data Science
Data Analysis
Data Visualization / Reports
Machine Learning
Quantitative Research
Private Equity Investing
Regulatory Filings
Software Development
Statistical Analysis
Technology Strategy
Venture Capital Investing

Software Skills

Python
R
Microsoft Excel
SQL
PyTorch
PySpark
Large Language Models (LLM)

Sector Experience

Financial Services
Technology

Languages

Turkish
English

Experience

AltCapGlobal Start-Up
Founding Partner
3/2020 - 9/2024
Led cross-functional teams to develop a financial intelligence platform and AI-driven tools for the alternative investment space. Oversaw product development, data research, and regulatory-compliant solutions to support investor onboarding, due diligence, and capital raising. Advised institutions on integrating Generative AI to enhance workflows and built scalable AI products for advanced text and image analysis.
York University Data Science / Analytics
PhD Researcher
9/2020 - 5/2024
• Developed and refined quantitative financial models across diverse areas, including cryptocurrencies, derivatives, asset pricing, risk modeling, insurance and public/private funds, driving informed investment decisions utilizing large datasets (typically between 10 and 300 million data points).
• Published and presented impactful academic finance papers focusing on investment regulation and due diligence, garnering industry adoption and contributing to the advancement of financial research, specifically in areas related to the Investment Company/Adviser (1940) Act, Securities Act (1933), and JOBS Act (2012).
Garanti Bank Finance
Investment Banking Associate
2/2012 - 5/2016
Executed 8+ FIG transactions across banking, insurance, and fintech sectors, with an aggregate deal value of $1.7B+

Led financial modeling, valuation (DCF, precedent transactions, trading comps), and regulatory analysis for sell-side mandates involving Turkish and regional banks

Developed detailed peer benchmarking reports and strategic pitch materials to support business development efforts with non-bank financial institutions

Mentored junior team members, reviewed analyst output, and enhanced execution workflow across multiple active mandates.