Experience 

Hannah is originally from the United States, where she completed her bachelor’s degree in Public Health with a minor in Anthropology in 2015. After graduating, she worked in education in Colombia before moving to Turkey. She has more than six years of experience in Human Resources, Training & Education, and Project Management.

Role in Manay CPA

Hannah works as a People & Culture Manager; managing recruitment, onboarding, training, and working to create the best environment possible for Manay CPA’s employees, clients, and future growth.

In Daily Life

Hannah is a positive and friendly person who loves to meet and connect with people from all over. She loves to travel, see new places, and, most of all, try new food. She enjoys fresh air and nature, hiking, and camping. In her free time, she also likes to teach both English and Spanish.

Experience 

Elif completed her psychology degree at Bilkent University in 2019. In her senior year, she worked as an intern to the psychological counselor in a private school for two semesters. She got her Clinical Psychology Master’s degree from Erasmus University Rotterdam in 2022. During her graduate education, she was also working as a freelance human resources specialist, which formed her career goals. Besides her experiences in psychology and human resources departments, she also explored her creative side by working as a remote game designer.

Role in Manay CPA

Elif started her career in Manay CPA as a Human Resources Junior Associate in April 2023. She will support the company in recruitment, onboarding, training and employee satisfaction.

In Daily Life

Elif is interested in digital illustrations and dancing. She has a background as a dancer and a choreographer and continues to participate in dancing classes. She is currently improving her illustration and graphic design skills.

Experience 

Damla Akcay has a strong background in recruitment, content creation, and education. She graduated from Ege University with a degree in English Language and Literature and holds a TESOL Certificate from Arizona State University. Her career began as a Content Writer at Konusarak Ogren, where she created engaging and informative articles on English learning strategies.
She then transitioned into recruitment, gaining experience in various roles. As a Recruitment Administrator at Chace People in London, she worked with high-profile clients worldwide, managing placements for senior support staff. At Kodland, she played a key role in talent acquisition, handling the entire hiring process and organizing onboarding activities. Additionally, as a Freelance Recruiter at Cross Border Talents, she specialized in sourcing multilingual candidates across Europe. Her expertise includes critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills, as well as proficiency in SEO and Microsoft Office tools.

Role in Manay CPA

As a Jr. People and Culture Associate at Manay CPA, Damla plays a vital role in talent acquisition and employee engagement. She manages the recruitment process, sources top candidates, and ensures a seamless onboarding experience for new hires. She also contributes to HR initiatives, maintains internal data records, and supports various people-focused projects to enhance workplace culture. Damla is excited to be part of Manay CPA and is eager to contribute to the company’s growth by fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. She values continuous learning and professional development and is committed to ensuring that employees feel supported and motivated in their roles.

In Daily Life

Beyond her professional life, Damla enjoys cooking and experimenting with different cuisines. She has a passion for game design, exploring creativity through interactive storytelling. Reading is also an essential part of her life, as she loves discovering new perspectives through literature.

Experience 

Irem holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Bilkent University and began her career in Human Resources as an HRBP Assistant at Bosch Siemens House Appliances. During nearly one year in this role, she gained hands-on experience supporting core HR processes and employee lifecycle operations within a corporate environment. This early experience provided her with a strong foundation in people operations, stakeholder collaboration, and structured HR practices.

Over the past four years, Irem has worked as a Global Talent Partner in international and remote-first organizations. Most recently, she held this role at a Sweden-based technology scale-up, collaborating with a highly multicultural team across global markets. Throughout her career, she has combined strong operational skills with a people-centered and empathetic approach, contributing to employee experience, process improvement, and scalable people practices.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Irem works as a People & Culture Associate, supporting core HR processes and people-focused initiatives across the organization. Her role includes contributing to employee lifecycle operations, internal coordination, and People & Culture projects. She collaborates closely with team members to ensure smooth processes, policy alignment, and a positive employee experience. Through her work, she aims to support a transparent, inclusive, and people-centered work environment.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Irem enjoys traveling and exploring different cultures, which helps broaden her perspective both personally and professionally. She values continuous learning and enjoys reading and discovering topics related to human behavior and personal development. She also has a strong interest in pottery and regularly attends workshops to further develop her skills and creativity.

Experience 

Emre holds a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from Middle East Technical University (2020) and a Master of Science in Cognitive Science from the same institution’s Informatics Institute (2024). His graduate research focused on Music Cognition, bridging the gap between analytical science and creative expression. Before joining his current firm, Emre gained professional experience in the Medical Data sector, where he honed his skills in data structures and systematic processing.

In addition to his academic and corporate background, Emre has maintained a career as a professional saxophonist for over 10 years. This decade of performance has instilled in him a high level of discipline and a unique perspective on improvisation and collaborative rhythm, which he applies to his multifaceted professional roles.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Emre holds a cross-functional position working closely with both the Data & Marketing and People & Culture teams. On the data side, his responsibilities focus on financial reporting, data maintenance, and complex technological integrations, ensuring the firm’s systems are both accurate and efficient. Simultaneously, he supports the People & Culture team by managing key aspects of recruitment and developing the firm’s internal Learning Management System (LMS). By blending data-driven insights with talent acquisition strategies, Emre plays a vital role in streamlining operations and supporting the firm’s organizational growth.

In Daily Life

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Emre is an avid Jazz and Funk musician, enjoying both the technical challenge of playing and the history of the genres. His intellectual curiosity continues through his interest in the Philosophy of Mind and Science, fields that heavily influenced his master’s thesis. Emre also finds inspiration through travel and experiencing new cultures through their cuisines, constantly seeking out fresh experiences and creative perspectives.

Experience 

Edanur Özkan graduated from the Psychology program at Middle East Technical University – Northern Cyprus Campus and applies her academic knowledge of human behavior to Human Resources practices. Early in her career, she gained valuable experience in People & Culture, supporting recruitment activities, conducting candidate research, and organizing HR-related data. At Scorp, she took on operational responsibilities such as managing personnel records and coordinating internal communication efforts. Her analytical mindset, strong communication skills, and process-oriented approach provide a solid foundation for her professional work.

Role in Manay CPA

As a Jr. Talent Acquisition Associate at Manay CPA, Edanur supports the operational coordination of recruitment processes and contributes to the smooth functioning of team workflows. She assists with candidate sourcing, process tracking, and interview coordination, while also supporting the preparation and execution of onboarding activities. By reviewing HR analytics data, Edanur helps identify areas for process improvement and operational refinement. She approaches her role with strong organization, discipline, and a solution-focused mindset.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Edanur values activities that contribute to her personal development. She enjoys playing the piano, which enhances her creativity and concentration. Traveling and exploring new cultures broaden her perspectives and provide continuous inspiration. Edanur maintains an interest in human behavior, cognitive processes, and organizational psychology through ongoing learning. Recently, she has also started learning SQL to strengthen her data literacy skills.

Experience 

Inci holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and has developed a strong foundation in People & Culture through experience in recruitment, onboarding, and HR operations. She has supported sourcing, screening, and interview coordination for junior and mid-level roles, particularly within IT-focused teams. Her background includes working in academic and project-based environments, contributing to documentation, compliance, and talent management processes. With hands-on experience using HR information systems, she brings a structured and people-oriented approach to her work.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Inci works as a Junior People & Culture Associate, supporting People & Culture initiatives across the employee lifecycle. She contributes to recruitment processes, onboarding activities, and employee experience initiatives while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders. She also supports performance management practices, HR documentation, and strategy-related work, contributing to the effective execution of People & Culture projects.

In Daily Life

Beyond her professional role, Inci enjoys reading and engaging in activities that support focus and creativity, such as knitting. She values continuous learning and has a strong interest in human behavior and workplace dynamics.

Experience 

Buse graduated from Cankaya University in 2022 with a degree in Psychology. Also, she completed her master’s degree in Cognitive Psychology at the same university as a top student. During her master’s years she worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the psychology department. In 2024, she started her Human Resources career in a Netherlands based start-up company where she also supported her colleagues in business development.

Role in Manay CPA

As a Jr. Talent Acquisition Associate at Manay CPA, Buse spearheads both internal and client recruitment efforts, utilizing diverse strategies to attract top talent and ensuring a strong onboarding process. She builds strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners, leverages HR analytics for data-driven decision-making, and helps align recruitment practices with organizational goals. In addition, she manages end-to-end hiring processes for multiple clients, acting as a key bridge between candidates and clients to ensure a smooth and effective recruitment experience.

In Daily Life

In her daily life, Buse really enjoys doing sports. Pilates and basketball are her favorite activities. Besides that, she has a huge library and reads all kinds of books, but romantic ones are her favorite. Last but not least, she takes pleasure in cooking gluten-free desserts.

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