Elif Karagoz
CVC Investment Manager
Istanbul
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with significant experience in venture capital, corporate venture capital, investment management, and strategic business development. Proven track record of managing investment operations from negotiation to deal closure, with a focus on startups in the technology sector. Skilled in overseeing legal due diligence, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Strong analytical thinker with a passion for empowering entrepreneurs as well as venture capitalists. Believer in and achiever of win-wins. Fluent in English, with a deep appreciation for international business dynamics. Pleasant to work with, for and around.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CVC Investment Manager
Artificial Intelligence Factory @Iş Bank Group
Istanbul
03.2024 - Current
- Manage investment operations for startups from negotiations to deal closure, ensuring compliance and legal diligence
- Coordinate with law firms and tax experts to oversee due diligence processes
- Negotiate contracts with founders, focusing on win-win outcomes
- Handle all necessary documentation for fund transfers and follow up on post-deal issues
- Prepare and archive documentation for regular and irregular audits and reporting
- Closed 13 deals totaling 1.5 million USD in 8 months
Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation Strategy Executive
Trakya Investment Company @Iş Bank Group
Istanbul, Istanbul
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Contributed to the strategy designing and implementation for a new Venture Fund and the Artificial Intelligence Factory
- Conducted in-depth market analysis and contributed to strategic planning
- Coordinated inter-functional communications
- Assisted the President of the Company in any capacity necessary
Training and Development Team Leader
USHAS International Health Services
Istanbul, Istanbul
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Led recruitment and training initiatives
- Enhanced team capabilities and productivity with inhouse professional trainings
- Helped building a recruiting and a reporting system
Coordinator of Erasmus+ & International Programs
Istanbul Kent University
Istanbul, Istanbul
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Founded and developed the Erasmus+ and International Programs Office from the ground up, adhering to compliance guidelines
- Established partnerships with multinational universities and initiated international online coalitions to promote cooperative educational programs (Pre-pandemic, before the widespread shift to online education)
- Enhanced cultural exchange and collaboration
- Contributed to the institution’s digital transformation
- Contributed to the institution’s privacy compliance
Advancement Placement Economics Lecturer
TED Istanbul College High School
Istanbul, Istanbul
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Designed implementation strategies for educational growth and success
- Taught introductory level micro and macro economics courses
English Tutor and Departmental Coordinator
Various K12 Schools
Istanbul, Istanbul
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Managed educational programs and provided tailored coaching to enhance student learning outcomes
Founding Manager
Bright Side Visual Arts
Istanbul And Rome
08.2010 - 06.2015
- Established and managed a visual arts program, focusing on student engagement and creative development
Education
PhD - Business Administration and Management
Bahcesehir University
IstanbulMBA - Business Administration and Management
Bahcesehir University
IstanbulBachelor of Arts - Economics
Bilkent University
AnkaraHigh School Diploma - Science and Mathematics
TED Ankara College High School
AnkaraProfessional Character Traits
- Rational and sensible
- Composed under pressure
- Has high emotional intelligence and empathy
- Patient and professional while managing conflicts
- Kind and generous to colleagues
- Diligent in supporting and loyal to fair senior management
English Proficiency
- Holder of a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate
- Has two past TOEFL ibt test results above 110/120
Organizations
Member of Global Women in VC
Other Certification
Certificate of Achievement, Strategic Human Resources Management, BMI Business School, Istanbul
Timeline
CVC Investment Manager
Artificial Intelligence Factory @Iş Bank Group
03.2024 - Current
Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation Strategy Executive
Trakya Investment Company @Iş Bank Group
03.2022 - 03.2024
Training and Development Team Leader
USHAS International Health Services
03.2021 - 03.2022
Coordinator of Erasmus+ & International Programs
Istanbul Kent University
01.2019 - 03.2021
Advancement Placement Economics Lecturer
TED Istanbul College High School
08.2018 - 02.2019
English Tutor and Departmental Coordinator
Various K12 Schools
10.2015 - 06.2018
Founding Manager
Bright Side Visual Arts
08.2010 - 06.2015
PhD - Business Administration and Management
Bahcesehir University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Bilkent University
High School Diploma - Science and Mathematics
TED Ankara College High School
MBA - Business Administration and Management
Bahcesehir University