Nazli Akal

Nazli Akal has been with Colgate-Palmolive since January 2006, currently serving as the Gulf and Saudi Arabia Controller and Global Financial Planning Coordinator, and Head of Budget and Planning for the MENA Region. Responsibilities include leading financial planning strategies across 30 countries, providing financial analyses for strategic decisions, managing teams in Dubai and Istanbul, and implementing best practices for efficiency and accuracy. Previous positions at Colgate-Palmolive involved oversight of budgeting and reporting, accounts receivable, and financial analysis, where Nazli demonstrated proficiency in aligning financial objectives and enhancing operational processes. Prior experience includes a role as a Financial Analyst focusing on mergers and acquisitions at Total Finans. Nazli holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Boğaziçi University.