A graduate of ITU’s Geological Engineering program, Ekin is the Business Operations Manager at Impact Hub Istanbul, overseeing finance, operations, HR, space, and community management. He also supports the team in implementing and facilitating programs focused on entrepreneurship and social innovation, including designing program content. With a strong interest in impact management and circularity, Ekin brings diverse experience from past roles in culture, arts, and HR. A dedicated volunteer with AFS Turkey since 2011, he believes in the power of collaborative work, civic engagement, and intercultural learning to drive positive change.