As an award-winning writer and educator, I bring over two decades of experience that spans consulting,teaching, and research, complemented by an extensive publication record. With a Ph.D. in English focusing on Cultural Rhetoric, an M.A. in Professional Writing, and a B.A. in International Relations, I am dedicated to bridging cultures and inspiring growth through the power of storytelling, film, education, and effective communication.
I currently provide contract consulting services tailored to meet my clients' diverse communication needs, from stakeholder communications to global event representation. With fluency in both English and Turkish, I provide bilingual research and consultations in a global hybrid format. I alsoteach online courses on professional communication as well as cultural and gender studies. Beyond consultations and teaching, I am immersed in cinematic storytelling, developing an action-packed narrative inspired by diverse global cultures.
Previously, I directed a cross-disciplinary Professional Writing program, helping hundreds of students across majors improve their professional skills and enhancing the program's visibility through successful alumni placements in industry and academia. As a university professor, I have developed and delivered over 120 on-site and online course sections, equipping thousands of students with skills in content analysis and effective communication across various platforms, from speeches to digital media.
My professional engagement extends globally through presentations, workshops, and leadership roles at over 40 international events. I have also served on numerous university and national advisory committees, contributing insights into institutional policies, programs, and strategic initiatives. Mentoring students is a passion of mine, and I have guided over 50 projects to journal publications or public presentations. Recognized for consistently exceeding expectations in annual performance reviews, I was promoted to Associate Professor with tenure at a Virginia university in 2020 and received two service awards from the Commonwealth of Virginia in 2015 and 2020.
For further details on my background, please check out my LinkedIn profile, where I post occasional updates on my projects and ideas.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I enjoy cooking Mediterranean cuisine and exploring global flavors, baking, homemaking, photography, film, theater, hiking, and traveling the world, reflecting my deep curiosity about its diverse cultures. So far, I've lived in Turkey and the USA and visited to the Netherlands, England, Belgium, Austria, Spain, Denmark, and Germany, North Macedonia, Greece. I'm looking forward to exploring many more.
Feel free to email me to discuss potential collaboration: [email protected]