Convening · Programme · Speaking

Tech Türkiye Advocates Launch

Official launch of Global Tech Advocates' Turkish chapter

Origination & Convening

Originated by Academia Park London

Location
Istanbul, Türkiye
Date
21 May 2025
Type
Convening · Programme · Speaking

On May 21, 2025, at the Turkish Exporters’ Assembly Building, Tech Türkiye Advocates (TTA) — the Turkish chapter of the Global Tech Advocates network founded by Russ Shaw CBE — officially launched as a non-profit community connecting Turkish technology leaders with more than 30,000 innovators worldwide. Organised by the Service Exporters’ Association (HİB) and taking place three weeks before Turkey’s national participation at London Tech Week, the event featured opening remarks, high-level panels on amplifying Turkey’s tech voice and investment strategies, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen international connections and attract investment into the Turkish technology ecosystem.

What We Did

Originate

Making the case, securing the mandate

  • Established the Turkish chapter and secured GTA backing

Convene

Programme, curation, identity

  • Guest curation
  • Programme and format

Deliver

Production, logistics, reporting

  • Event production and hosting

Delegation companies5

Revo CapitalSVV (Sure Valley Ventures)Oleka CapitalEdenbaseGlobal Tech Advocates

Video

TTA Istanbul Launch Event Highlights

Photographs19

Outcomes

Chapter launched

Turkish chapter of Global Tech Advocates formally established