Dr. Emre Kanaat graduated from Boğaziçi University with a degree in Economics. He holds an MBA from Yeditepe University, an MA from the University of Houston – Clear Lake, and a doctorate in Business Administration from Bahçeşehir University, where he specialized in the Internet of Things (IoT) and Digital Transformation.
Dr. Kanaat has more than 20 years of experience in consumer products and services, digital transformation, and strategic planning. He has held senior positions at leading companies such as Coca-Cola, Citibank, Turkcell Global Bilgi, and Vodafone. During his tenure at Vodafone, he was part of the London central team, where he contributed to the formation of global digital service and international market strategies.
His career highlights include delivering multiple business turnarounds, launching successful ventures, and leading organizational restructuring projects. He has deep expertise in mobile technologies, FinTech initiatives, and analytics-driven strategies.
He is an active member of professional organizations and frequently speaks at summits and universities.
Dr. Kanaat also lectures on “Digital Business Management” and “Mobile Marketing” at Bahçeşehir University graduate programs.
Dr. Kanaat enjoys contributing to the academic and business communities by writing research reports for public institutions and submitting strategic recommendations to relevant authorities. He is married and has two children.