2006 · Kraft Foods
Began his career with a short role at Kraft Foods before completing military service.
2008–2012 · Evyap, key account sales
Joined Evyap as a field sales representative responsible for Migros stores. Over four years, progressed through sales representative, customer representative, account manager and sales supervisor roles.
2012–2014 · Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
Appointed Kazakhstan Country Manager. Lived in Kazakhstan for two years with responsibility for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
Subsequent roles · Country management and trade marketing
After one year responsible for Tajikistan and Afghanistan, worked for three years as Trade Marketing Manager covering Iraq, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria and Georgia.
2018–2025 · Iraq country management
Moved to Baghdad as Iraq Country Manager and held the role for seven years. This direct work and living experience shapes our priority market focus.
Today · NexTrade Global
Provides export consultancy, entry strategy and commercial intermediation to manufacturers worldwide, particularly in Türkiye, focused on Iraq and Central Asia. The team complements this commercial background with regional experience in finance, supply chain and production.