Istanbul, Turkey
PwC Associate
A strategic thinker with experience in consulting, research, and entrepreneurship, combining analytical problem-solving with a strong international perspective. Driven by curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning.
A PwC Associate based in Istanbul with a background spanning management consulting, academic research, and business development. I hold a BA in International Relations from Koç University and have worked across four countries — from EU policy research in Brussels for TUSIAD, to economic case studies for Harvard Business School's MENA Research Centre, to data-driven client work at Simon-Kucher & Partners. Analytical by instinct and entrepreneurial by nature, I thrive where strategy meets stakeholder engagement, and bring a global perspective shaped by a bilingual upbringing and education across the UK and Turkey.
2025 — Present
PwC · Istanbul
At PwC’s Valuation, Modelling & Analytics (VMA) department, I support valuation and financial analysis engagements through financial modelling, DCF valuation, and WACC analysis. Alongside traditional valuation work, I focus on developing AI-driven agents and automation tools designed to streamline analytical workflows, improve efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making across the department.
Feb — May 2025
Simon-Kucher · Istanbul
Contributed to two client-facing projects — one part-time, one full-time — analysing large datasets through the firm's "Data Cube" platform and co-creating deliverables with senior consultants. Several of my data-driven insights were directly implemented in client presentations.
Jan — Jun 2024
Harvard Business School — MENA Research Centre · Istanbul
Supported the development of region-specific business case studies by transcribing confidential interviews and conducting in-depth research on economic trends across the Middle East and North Africa. Assisted in organising events for visiting professors and strengthened HBS's academic ties in the region.
Jul — Dec 2021
SmartOPT · Istanbul
Led business development at a supply chain optimisation firm, conducting market research and delivering investor presentations on the company's blockchain and AI solutions. Expanded the firm's network and raised brand awareness across the industry.
Aug — Nov 2018
TUSIAD · Brussels
Represented Türkiye's leading business organisation at EU policymaker panels, drafting detailed memos on key discussions. Co-authored white papers with fellow interns providing strategic insights on European policy developments that supported TUSIAD's presence in Brussels.
Jun — Aug 2016
Brookings Institution · Washington D.C.
Organised and analysed extensive datasets for senior researchers at the premier Washington think tank. Attended and documented high-level EU policymaker panels and contributed research support to a senior staff member's publication.
Koç University — GPA: 3.4
SOAS – School of Oriental and African Studies
ACS Cobham London