KPMG Türkiye Executive and Leadership Team

Nilgun Callialp, the Partner - Chief Financial Officer Advisory Services at KPMG Türkiye, architects financial strategies that assist clients in optimizing capital structures and improving fiscal performance. Callialp leads complex advisory engagements, focusing on the transformation of finance functions for large-scale enterprises across the food, retail, and pharmaceutical industries. By leveraging deep industry expertise, the Partner - Chief Financial Officer Advisory Services provides actionable insights that drive long-term value creation and risk mitigation. Nilgun Callialp coordinates with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive financial solutions that address the unique challenges of the Turkish market. This leadership role involves guiding clients through intricate financial reporting requirements and strategic planning initiatives. Through the implementation of advanced financial modeling and performance management tools, the Partner - Chief Financial Officer Advisory Services ensures that clients maintain a competitive edge. Ultimately, Callialp strengthens the firm's advisory capabilities by fostering innovation in financial management practices.

Mehmet Esim, the Manager, Chief Financial Officer Advisory Services at KPMG Türkiye, executes tactical financial advisory projects that support the broader strategic goals of the firm's diverse client base. Esim oversees the day-to-day delivery of financial transformation services, ensuring that client organizations achieve operational excellence in their accounting and reporting processes. By analyzing market trends and fiscal data, the Manager, Chief Financial Officer Advisory Services provides critical support for banking and consumer product clients navigating economic volatility. Mehmet Esim collaborates with senior partners to develop tailored solutions that address specific client pain points in financial governance and internal control systems. This leadership role involves managing project timelines and ensuring the high-quality execution of advisory mandates. Through meticulous attention to detail and technical proficiency, the Manager, Chief Financial Officer Advisory Services contributes to the firm's reputation for reliability. Ultimately, Esim drives the successful implementation of financial strategies that enhance client performance and long-term stability.

Eda Akpak, the Chief Operating Officer, Audit Function & Director at KPMG Türkiye, manages the operational infrastructure supporting the firm's extensive audit and assurance portfolio. Akpak directs internal workflows to ensure compliance with international standards while optimizing resource allocation across the firm's four regional offices. By streamlining audit methodologies, the Chief Operating Officer, Audit Function & Director enhances service delivery efficiency for clients in the automotive, energy, and telecommunications sectors. Eda Akpak maintains rigorous quality control protocols, ensuring that every engagement meets the high professional standards expected of a global network member. Through strategic oversight of audit personnel, the Director facilitates seamless collaboration between local teams and international stakeholders. This leadership role involves constant refinement of operational processes to support the firm's commitment to high-quality professional services. Ultimately, Akpak secures the operational integrity required to maintain the firm's market position as a leading provider of audit and compliance solutions.

Fatmagul Tatarli, the Deal Advisory Function Chief Operating Officer at KPMG Türkiye, directs the operational framework for the firm's mergers, acquisitions, and transaction services. Tatarli manages the logistical and resource-based requirements for complex deal structures, ensuring that advisory teams operate with maximum efficiency during high-stakes negotiations. By overseeing the integration of deal advisory workflows, the Deal Advisory Function Chief Operating Officer supports the firm's ability to provide rapid, data-driven insights to clients across various industrial sectors. Fatmagul Tatarli coordinates with internal departments to align transaction support services with the firm's overarching growth strategy. This leadership role involves optimizing the deployment of specialized talent to meet the demands of the dynamic Turkish investment landscape. Through the continuous improvement of operational processes, the Deal Advisory Function Chief Operating Officer facilitates the successful execution of large-scale corporate transactions. Ultimately, Tatarli ensures that the firm maintains its capacity to deliver high-impact advisory services in a competitive market environment.