Özcan Yahşi

Özcan Yahşi has a strong background in IT and software development, with a focus on digital banking, payment systems, and mobile payments. Özcan began their career at HSBC Bank, where they held various roles including Application Manager and Senior Software Developer. Özcan then joined Garanti BBVA Teknoloji, where they worked as a Software Development Manager and Unit Manager, overseeing the development of mobile payment solutions and campaign systems. Most recently, they have been working at Yapı Kredi Teknoloji as the EVP - IT Head of Digital Banking and Payment Systems, R&D. In this role, they are responsible for leading the analysis, development, and maintenance of card payment systems, including credit/debit/prepaid card programs, POS and terminal management, and reconciliation and settlement systems. Özcan also has experience in e-commerce and mobile payment products such as NFC and HCE. Overall, Özcan Yahşi has extensive experience in IT leadership and has played a crucial role in the development of various payment systems throughout their career.

Özcan Yahşi's education history includes obtaining an Executive Program degree in Disruptive Strategy from Harvard Business School in 2023. Prior to that, in 2020-2021, they completed an Executive Program in Leadership: People, Teams, Organizations from Columbia Business School. Özcan also holds an Associate's degree in Computer Software Technology/Technician from Dokuz Eylul University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Anadolu University. Özcan earned their High School Diploma in Computer Software from Izmir Bornova Mimar Sinan Technical High School. In addition to their formal education, Özcan Yahşi has obtained various certifications including AWS Cloud Technical Essentials from Coursera Course Certificates, and certifications in Digital Transformation, Leading with Innovation, and Strategic Agility from LinkedIn.