Bulut Arukel
Fintech leader, entrepreneur, mentor, and board member
İstanbul, Türkiye
Summary
Bulut Arukel is a prominent leader in the financial technology (fintech) sector, particularly in Turkey. He has played a pivotal role in the evolution of fintech companies, notably as Co-Founder and CSO/CRO at Figopara, where he led global expansion and partnerships with financial institutions, focusing on making financial services accessible for SMEs. He is currently the Founder and CEO of MoneyPay Teknoloji and a Board Member at Nakitera and Colendi. uluslararasiekonomizirvesi+4
Arukel possesses extensive experience in sales, business development, and strategy across various technology and financial sectors. His career includes leadership roles at Foriba, where he was instrumental in its acquisition by Sovos, and earlier positions at Accuras, CROC, Emerson Network Power, and Beckman Coulter. This diverse background highlights his proficiency in navigating global markets and scaling businesses. uluslararasiekonomizirvesi+2
Beyond corporate leadership, Bulut Arukel is actively involved in mentoring and contributing to the startup ecosystem as an angel investor and mentor at Endeavor. He also demonstrates a strong commitment to societal impact through his membership in TÜSİAD and his active role in the Teknolojide Kadın Derneği (Women in Technology Association), advocating for gender equality in tech. uluslararasiekonomizirvesi+3