Ayhan Balku

Ayhan Balku is an accomplished sales and business development professional with extensive experience in the technology and life sciences sectors. Currently serving as Sales Director Europe at Kneat Solutions, Balku focuses on go-to-market strategies and managing complex sales cycles within large enterprise accounts. Previous roles include Managing Director D/A/CH and VP Sales Western Europe at Powell Software, where Balku established a strong presence in the DACH region, and Managing Director D/A/CH at Avanade, where consistent target exceedance highlighted Balku's impact. With a foundation in project management and business development roles spanning various industries, including retail and pharmaceuticals, Ayhan Balku possesses a robust skill set in partner/channel development and team management, complemented by a degree in Economic Engineering from the University of Applied Sciences and Arts.