Born in Istanbul in 1976. After having received his bachelor's degree from Koç University's Business Administration department, he embarked on graduate studies in London School of Economics and Political Science majoring in Accounting and Finance. Completed his Phd from Marmara University's Accounting and Finance department in 2008. Between 1999-2002, worked in Ernst & Young as Corporate Finance Specialist, and between 2004-2006, worked as advisor on Accounting and Finance for International Immigration Commission. Since 2002, he teaches courses at Bilgi University on Financial Reporting in the MBA program and serves as the director of the Accounting and Auditing department. Certified by Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Speaks fluent English, French and German.