Inspiring Growth Strategies in Challenging Times

Seasoned entrepreneur and investor, passionate about fostering innovation and empowering founders by connecting them with the right opportunities.

Ali is the Founder and CEO of Vigo, the biggest fast-delivery technology company in Turkey, with 6.000 daily active couriers, delivering more than 3million monthly deliveries.

Helps high-impact startups grow globally. Leads Endeavor Türkiye’s Entrepreneur Experience team, connecting founders with capital, markets, and mentorship.

Director of ITU Cekirdek, named the world’s top university incubator by UBI Global. With a Ph.D. in startup strategies and years of hands-on experience, Yunis loves working side by side with founders — helping them grow, fund, and take bold ideas global.

Ecosystem builder with 10+ years of experience in entrepreneurship and innovation. Led GEN Turkey and the world’s first global legaltech accelerator under Founder Institute. Skilled in partnerships, community building, and ecosystem design.

Drives value across the entrepreneurship ecosystem by building bridges between founders and investors. Focuses on streamlining investment processes and enabling startup growth. Experienced in market research, partnership development, and strategic ecosystem initiatives.

Emre Güzer is the founder of Turkey’s first and largest Payment Service Provider and currently leads Lidio, one of the country’s fastest-growing fintech companies. With over 23 years of experience, he has played a key role in the evolution of digital payments, from orchestration to card tokenization and cross-border expansion across EMEA and LATAM.

Erkan Mutlu started his career in the electronic components sector after graduating as an Electronics and Communication Engineer from Yıldız Technical University. With over 15 years of professional experience, he has worked in both domestic and international markets across telecom, system integrator, and cloud businesses. In recent years, he has focused on the software and cloud sector. Currently, he is working as a Partner Manager at Redington, a leading global distributor, where he is responsible for the AWS business.

Entrepreneur, Founder of Saintadviser, Financial Planning and Analysis Expert, Leader of the AI-powered financial reporting and analysis SAAS project.

Oktay Namver is a VC Portfolio Manager in Arz Portföy, more than +20 years expertise on business development,venture capital,managing funds and value creation to startups for their growth journey. He focuses on high potential tech startups,early-stage investments.

Entrepreneur and CTO, co-founded PulpoAR and led its acquisition by The Glimpse Group (Nasdaq: VRAR). He also co-founded Welly Labs and previously held CTO roles at Baykar and Visionteractive, focusing on AI and AR technologies.

Murat Ödemiş, co-founder of multiple startups with millions of users, including Univerlist, Kitup, Goodsted, HRPanda, Clips, and more. He is also the founder of Univenn, one of Europe’s first startup studios. PhD in AI and User Psychology/Behavior Analysis.

A digital health innovator, he is the Co-Founder and CTO of Albert, building AI-powered solutions for chronic disease management. Previously trained in AI and NLP, he focuses on scaling tech teams and driving health tech across emerging markets.

A data-driven innovation expert, he is a partner at Go Nova, investing in YouTube channels and digital strategies. Previously, he led business development at puhutv and Doğuş Media Group.

Şeyhmus Ölker is the Founder & CEO of Mega Fortuna, known for Richie Games. He led its $70M acquisition by Aonic, shaping the rewards-based gaming space.

Kenan Çolpan is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and mentor with 25+ years in early-stage investments and tech. He serves on multiple boards and has led successful exits.

Ecem Altıok is an investment director specializing in VC and CVC at Yıldız Ventures and Gözde Private Equity. She focuses on retail and food tech, early-stage investments, and M&A.

Tuba fosters innovation by connecting people, organizations, and startups. She leads new product development at Anadolu Efes and enjoys scuba diving, nature, and travel.

Entrepreneur and investor, founded Ork Digital and co-produced Exathlon Challenge on Netflix. He has invested in 60+ startups, focusing on blockchain, Web 3.0, and Metaverse.

Serial entrepreneur and advocate for equal opportunities, Melis founded Wellbees, a global employee wellbeing platform, and champions women's rights

Supports Emerging Europe’s founders in building global tech companies. e2vc has 3 unicorns and 60 startups raising $2B+

Has 15+ years of expertise in outsourcing, software, and investment, advising and investing in startups while also hosting a TV program.

Started in finance, specializing in IPOs and restructuring, now focuses on venture capital, managing funds, fundraising, and supporting startups' growth

Played a key role in launching QNBEYOND, which helped alumni raise $150M, and now invests in early-stage startups through QNBEYOND Ventures

Co-founded Paket Mutfak, a leading ghost kitchen startup in Turkey, and previously co-founded Tosla, acquired by Akbank

Focused on optimizing e-commerce ads using AI, with expertise in data analytics, statistical modeling, and advanced analytics project consulting

With a background in urban planning, İlknur has held strategic roles in technology parks, EU projects, and venture capital, focusing on innovation and growth