Assistant Professor of Operations Management
Faculty of Business · Özyeğin University
I am an Assistant Professor of Operations Management at Özyeğin University. My research addresses challenges at the marketing-operations interface, with a focus on how retailers and online platforms transform through omnichannel strategies, digitalization, AI, and sustainability initiatives. I employ data-driven methods including big data analytics, econometrics, quasi-experimental and field experimental designs, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to generate insights that inform strategic decision-making.
Prior to academia, I spent over a decade in the U.S. retail and e-commerce sectors, holding key strategic roles at Fortune 500 companies including Williams-Sonoma and Shutterfly.com. I hold a B.Sc. in Finance from The Ohio State University, an M.Sc. in Big Data and Business Analytics from Istanbul Technical University, and a Ph.D. in Operations Management and Information Systems from Koc University. I have held a visiting position at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University.
Examining how the presence of physical stores creates value in an increasingly digital retail landscape, through causal identification strategies and large-scale transactional data.
A field experiment investigating voluntary real-time schedule adjustments as a mechanism for rightsizing store labor, with implications for operational efficiency and worker welfare.
Studying how artificial intelligence and digital technologies reshape operations, decision-making, and competitive dynamics for retailers and e-commerce platforms.
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I offer customized corporate training programs that bring academic rigor and practical insight together. Drawing on my research in operations management, data analytics, and AI, and over a decade of industry experience in retail and e-commerce, these sessions are designed to equip teams with actionable frameworks and skills.
An introduction to using data analytics and quantitative methods for strategic business decisions. Covers foundational concepts in descriptive analytics, experimentation, and interpreting results, tailored for managers and non-technical teams.
Hands-on training in leveraging generative AI tools effectively. Participants learn how to write high-quality prompts, integrate AI into workflows, and critically evaluate AI outputs, applicable across functions including operations, marketing, and finance.
An in-depth look at how physical and digital retail channels interact, based on current academic research and industry practice. Suitable for retail managers, e-commerce teams, and strategy leaders navigating digital transformation.
A practical overview of core operations concepts including process design, capacity planning, supply chain basics, and performance measurement, designed for professionals looking to strengthen their operational toolkit.
Programs can be delivered as half-day workshops, full-day intensives, or multi-session series. All sessions are tailored to your organization's context, sector, and goals. Both in-person (Istanbul and select international locations) and online formats are available.
To discuss training needs, availability, or a custom program for your organization, please reach out by email.
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