Biography
Mehmet’s capability was shown recently in his role as Chief Executive Officer with MKF Associates, where he spearheaded formation of this boutique real estate business development, investment and consultancy firm in the US, Chinese, Qatari, Kuwaiti, Emirati, Saudi Arabian, Macedonian, German and Turkish markets. Operating as an approachable, trusted and persuasive leader, he initiates credible solutions to drive efficiency and cost savings. Through collaboration, he delivered a diverse range of projects of varying scales along with consulting engagements, enabling creation of a worldwide reputation as a respected catalyst for growth, expansion, diversification, and corporate realignment.
Mehmet is undertaking an MBA in Coaching, Mentoring and Leadership at York St John University. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Istanbul Technical University and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University. An accomplished musician and a family man, he enjoys cultural entertainment and concerts.
A dedicated philanthropist, he formed a charity 11 years ago to provide scholarships towards higher education for students of low income families and orphan children.
Recent Assignments
Member of the Executive Board of Advisors, SAUDI Real Estate Development Fund, Riyadh, 2019-Present
Member of the Board of Advisors, Alterra Worldwidterre, Dallas, Texas, 2017-Present
Member of the Board of Advisors, HPP Architects, Dusseldorf, Germany, 2017-Present
Chief Executive Officer, MFK Associates, 2014–Present
Chief Executive Officer & Board Member, Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Development Co., 2008–2014
Sen. Vice President & Board Member, Housing Development Administration of the Turkish Prime Minister, 2005–2008
Education
B.Sc., Istanbul Technical University, Mechanical Engineering
M.Sc., Texas Tech University, Mechanical Engineering
M.B.A, York St John University, Coaching, Mentoring and Leadership.
Languages
Turkish and English