Seminar Series of the Faculty of Applied Sciences –Fall 2024– 1. Seminar

Dear Students of the Faculty of Applied Sciences,

You are kindly informed to welcome the 2022 SKAL International President Ms. Burçin Türkkan as the guest speaker of the seminar series.

Date      : Thursday, 17 October 2024

Time      : 14:40-15:30

Place     : AB-3 / Law Auditorium

Ms. Burçin Türkkan is a dynamic and accomplished executive with over 25 years of experience spanning international HR, finance, education, innovation, business strategy, and operations specializing in Travel and Tourism. Her entrepreneurial journey is marked by founding several companies, including USEH International Training Services, International Training and Education Canada, and New Era Business Innovation and Management Consulting. She was the global President of SKÅL International in 2022.

Educationally, Ms. Burçin Türkkan shines as a valedictorian from Bilkent University with a B.Sc. Degree in Tourism and Hotel Management, an MBA from Johnson and Wales University, and a Certified Hospitality Educator Designation from AHLEI. She is also a Graduate Certificate holder in Leadership in 21st Century Organizations from Copenhagen Business School and pursuing her Ph.D. in Hospitality Management at Rosen College at UCF, USA.

Her extensive recognitions include the Bill Sweet Award from SKÅL USA, a Certificate of Recognition from the Tourism Ministry of Mexico, and the Order of Merit from SKÅL International, among others, showcasing her impactful contributions to international tourism development and leadership.

Ms. Burçin Türkkan's involvement with SKÅL International highlights her leadership journey, starting from her membership at SKÅL Atlanta Club in 2007 to her presidency in 2014, and culminating in her historic role as the first Turkish American President of the SKÅL USA Executive Board in 2018 and the first American female elected to the SKÅL International EB and as the first female President from the USA in 2022.

Having lived, studied, and worked in six different countries, Ms. Türkkan has settled in Atlanta, GA, USA, for the past 22 years, where she enjoys playing competitive tennis, traveling, and skiing.

Ms. Burçin Türkkan's perspective of international markets specializing in the tourism and hospitality industry, particularly in integrating “Artificial Intelligence” into the travel and tourism industry to enhance customer experiences and improve operational efficiency. Her articles and thought leadership on AI, travel and tourism, and global business strategies are featured on the “New Era Business Innovation” and “Management Consulting” blog.

In the seminar class, Ms. Burçin Türkkan will present on "Al's Impact in HR-Recruitment Process / Talent Management in Hospitality Industry".