TEDxSDU

Speakers

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• Emre Can Balcı

  Forensic Medicine Specialist Emre Can Balcı, serving in Çanakkale, is a prominent figure with both his professional expertise and his humanitarian qualities. Going beyond the confines of the laboratory, Balcı has taken an active role in disasters and emergencies, touching lives under challenging conditions as a UMKE volunteer. His journey, which blends scientific perspective with human values, serves as an inspiration both professionally and socially.

• Fırat Oğuz

  Fırat Oğuz is a visionary entrepreneur who transformed his imagination into commercial success. By founding “Sihir Dükkanı,” which brought the licensed world of global giants like Warner Bros. to the Turkish market, he went beyond being just a “fan” and turned this passion into a large-scale experience. Oğuz has built a bridge that connects the magic of popular culture with physical products, integrating this niche interest into a sustainable business model.

• Kübra Denizci Keskin

  Türkiye’s first female rally driver with a disability and clinical psychologist, Kübra Denizci Keskin, did not give up on her dreams after the accident she experienced in 2024. With her determination, she became the 2023 Turkey Climbing Champion, a 2024 European Rally driver, and a member of the FIA Disability and Accessibility Commission. She is a symbol of courage and a life without limits.

• Leman Aydınlık

  She is a veterinarian who centers her work on the healing power of the strong bond between humans and animals. She combines her professional experience with studies on the importance of the connections we build in life through the impact of animal love on the human spirit. Aiming to raise social awareness, Aydınlık offers a perspective that encourages us to rethink the concepts of empathy, compassion, and responsibility.

• Muhammed Emre Duman

  Muhammed Emre Dumanı is a content strategist who leads the digital evolution of media and journalism. Under the roof of Haber Global, Dumanı shapes “alternative” content that challenges traditional forms of information. By redefining how information is produced and consumed, he guides the storytelling of the digital age.

• Pelin Hazer

  As a Specialist Psychologist, she offers a holistic approach that combines her clinical experience with art- and body-focused practices, centering on the mental, physical, and social integrity of the individual. Through her active role in education, writing, and various projects, she provides her clients not only with therapy but also with a roadmap to make life more balanced and meaningful.

• Yasemin Yürük

  She is an inspiring figure with a multifaceted career in both art and sports. Known in the music world as a member of the group “Hepsi,” Yürük now brings her stage experience into the fields of sports and life coaching. With an approach centered on the balance of body, mind, and spirit, she demonstrates that discipline and creativity can coexist harmoniously.