Finance Summit
The Finance Summit explored a sustainable economy, financial literacy, free online education and career opportunities. Industry representatives shared experience of efficient resource use and informed financial decisions.
Financial Literacy, a Sustainable Economy and Professional Training
The Finance Summit at Istanbul Nişantaşı University offered participants a multifaceted perspective on a sustainable economy and career opportunities. The event began with opening remarks by Prof. Dr. Selma Karatepe, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. Within the framework of a sustainable economy, she emphasized the importance of efficient resource use and environmental responsibility for economic systems. Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Uğur Yozgat then highlighted financial literacy’s critical role in personal welfare and economic sustainability, stating that informed financial decisions are indispensable today.
Former Press Advisor to the Presidency’s Finance Office Murat Oktay delivered another notable speech. He emphasized that their agenda concerns not only financial concepts but also building a more sustainable future. Stating that sustainability begins with economic awareness as well as environmental awareness, he noted that saving, efficient resource use and informed investment matter for both individual success and social welfare. He underlined that young people can make a difference through economic intelligence and environmental sensitivity, and that sustainability is a responsibility.
Other speakers shared important insights into financial literacy, digitalization and changes in the labour market. Dr. Gökhan Büyükşengür, Training Coordinator at the Turkish Capital Markets Association, discussed the advantages of internationally recognized financial certifications in global competition. FODER Board Member Işıl Bük described free online financial education projects accessible to all. Financial Management Consultant Dr. İbrahim Can proposed alternatives, noting that traditional financial models are insufficiently aligned with sustainable development goals. Gedik Yatırım Investment Advisory Manager Mesut Kurt emphasized that career fields are diversifying as individual investment awareness grows.
Deniz Uyan Ay, Deputy General Manager of Gelecek Asset Management, stated that applying financial knowledge in everyday life is vital for a sustainable economy. PASHA Bank Human Resources Director Arzu Gökduman explained that banking is evolving into multidisciplinary areas such as digitalization and sustainability, creating new career opportunities.
These valuable contributions made the Finance Summit an informative and inspiring experience. We sincerely thank all speakers and participants who helped make the summit possible.
