Yunis TEMUR
Business Development Lead
Global - Remote
Summary
MBA-credentialed Business Development professional with a hybrid background in Global Finance (HSBC, Audit) and High-Growth Technology (Web3/Blockchain). Transitioning from agile startup environments to corporate operations, offering 7+ years of experience in partnership structuring, B2B sales cycles, and account management. Proven ability to translate complex technical products (DeFi, Infrastructure, AI) into revenue-generating business opportunities. Expert in managing cross-functional teams, executing GTM strategies, and maintaining institutional relationships across the US, Europe, and MENA regions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Global Business Development Lead
Solo Chain
11.2024 - Current
- Ecosystem Strategy: Defined and executed the partnership acquisition strategy, successfully identifying and onboarding 30+ DApps and infrastructure partners within the first quarter.
- Pipeline Management: Standardized the B2B sales process from lead generation to technical integration, utilizing CRM tools to track interactions with DePIN, AI, and Bridge providers.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Acting as the primary liaison between external partners and internal engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and seamless integration of third-party nodes.
- Market Representation: Represent the organization at Tier-1 industry conferences, driving brand visibility and securing high-level MOUs with strategic enterprise partners.
Curator
Fjord Foundry
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Client Success & Delivery: Managed a portfolio of 20+ corporate clients, guiding executive teams through critical growth phases including fundraising, mainnet launches, and market entry.
- Revenue Generation: Facilitated over $2M in service sales and capital formation support by structuring deals with market makers, liquidity providers, and venture capital partners.
- Strategic Marketing Operations: Orchestrated comprehensive Go-to-Market campaigns, coordinating 100+ media partners and influencers to ensure aligned messaging and maximum ROI for client product launches.
- Operational Advisory: Advised client C-suites on tokenomics design, legal entity structuring, and vendor selection to ensure long-term operational viability.
Business Development Advisor (Contract)
Aryze
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Corporate Partnerships: Initiated and negotiated integrations with Tier-1 Layer-1 and Layer-2 blockchain ecosystems to expand the stablecoin’s utility and distribution network.
- Liquidity Strategy: Designed the incentive structure for the company’s first on-chain liquidity pools, ensuring sustainable depth and minimal slippage for users.
- Regulatory Alignment: Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to ensure all business development activities adhered to EU regulatory frameworks.
Business Development Manager
MultiFarm.Fi
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Strategic Alliances: Spearheaded collaboration with major industry players (including Consensys and OKX), positioning the platform as a launch partner for the Linea Mainnet.
- Product Growth: Led the end-to-end launch strategy for 4 distinct DeFi products, overseeing timelines, marketing deliverables, and exchange listings.
- Market Intelligence: Conducted deep-dive analysis on competitor yields and protocol mechanics to inform internal product roadmap and sales positioning.
Content Strategist & Analyst
Definda.com
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Produced institutional-grade research reports on 100+ DeFi protocols, analyzing risk, yield sustainability, and smart contract security.
Financial Controller
HSBC Bank
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Financial Reporting: Contributed to daily balance sheet preparation and IFRS analysis, gaining a foundational understanding of corporate finance and regulatory reporting.
Internal Audit Intern
Caterpillar
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Risk Management: Assisted in operational audits, inventory control, and fraud prevention processes for a multinational heavy industry corporation.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Southern States University
California04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Economics
TOBB University
Turkiye01.2016
Bachelor of Science - International Entrepreneurship (Double Major)
TOBB University
Turkiye01.2016
Exchange - Economics - Exchange For 1 Semester
West Pomeranian University
Poland 04.2001 -
Exchange - Economics - Exchange For 3 Semester
Moscow State University
Russia 04.2001 -
Skills
Timeline
Global Business Development Lead
Solo Chain
11.2024 - Current
Business Development Advisor (Contract)
Aryze
05.2024 - 10.2024
Curator
Fjord Foundry
01.2024 - 11.2024
Business Development Manager
MultiFarm.Fi
05.2023 - 05.2024
Content Strategist & Analyst
Definda.com
10.2021 - 08.2023
Financial Controller
HSBC Bank
01.2018 - 05.2021
Internal Audit Intern
Caterpillar
08.2015 - 10.2015
Exchange - Economics - Exchange For 1 Semester
West Pomeranian University
04.2001 -
Exchange - Economics - Exchange For 3 Semester
Moscow State University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Economics
TOBB University
Bachelor of Science - International Entrepreneurship (Double Major)
TOBB University
MBA - Business Administration
Southern States University