Görkem Giray

Görkem Giray serves as the Regional IT Director at JTI (Japan Tobacco International) since February 2006, overseeing IT strategy development and project delivery for the Middle/Near East, Africa, and Turkey. With extensive experience in various IT roles, including Business Services Manager and Business Process Support Manager, Görkem has managed significant software implementations and budgets. Previous positions as a Software Engineer at multiple firms, including Turkcell Communication Services and Global Securities, contributed to a solid foundation in software development and system analysis. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Computer Engineering from Ege University, an MBA from Koç University, and a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from Istanbul University, alongside a BSc in Computer Engineering from Ege University.