Umut Aydin is a seasoned professional in the investment sector, currently serving as Senior Investment Director at Meridiam since August 2011, where prior roles included Investment Director, Senior Associate, and Analyst. Aydin's career began with internships at Dar Al Handasah and Arup in 2008 and 2009, followed by a position as Project Engineer at Hadeka from December 2009 to May 2010. Aydin holds a Master of Science in Construction Engineering & Management from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Boğaziçi University. Aydin completed secondary education at Kadıköy Anadolu Lisesi.