Who is Emre Kurttepeli?

Emre Kurttepeli is a serial entrepreneur and investor with a passion for building and backing disruptive technology companies.

A graduate of Columbia University in New York, he founded Mynet, Turkey’s leading internet company, which has grown to more than 32 million users. He has also founded or invested in more than 50 internet and technology companies, many of which have become leaders in their respective categories. These companies span e-commerce, vertical social networks, fintech, mobile, gaming, including Trendyol, Insider, and Iyzico, all of which have achieved unicorn status. He is also an investor in C24 gallery, a prominent contemporary art gallery in Chelsea, New York.

He is the President of Endeavor Turkey and Honorary President of Galata Business Angels (GBA), two non-profit organizations dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and strengthening the startup ecosystem. He also serves on the Advisory Board of Columbia University Global Center.