Beril Kocadereli
About Beril Kocadereli
Beril Kocadereli is a Portfolio Associate with a background in venture capital and technology. She has held various roles in organizations such as Antler, Nova Talent, and the Norrsken Foundation, and has a strong focus on sustainability and inclusion in her work.
Work at Antler
Beril Kocadereli serves as a Portfolio Associate at Antler, a global early-stage venture capital firm. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the firm's investment strategies and portfolio management. Her role involves evaluating startups and supporting their growth, leveraging her background in entrepreneurship and innovation.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to her position at Antler, Beril Kocadereli is also a Mentor at Founder Institute since 2022. She engages with aspiring entrepreneurs, providing guidance and support in their startup journeys. Furthermore, she has been a member of Nova Talent since 2021, where she connects with a network of professionals and participates in various initiatives.
Previous Experience
Beril Kocadereli has accumulated diverse experience in various roles prior to her current positions. She worked at Norrsken Foundation as an Impact Accelerator for five months in 2021, focusing on social entrepreneurship. Additionally, she was a Management Trainee at WEglobal in Milan for four months in 2018 and held positions in business development and venture strategy at the same organization. Her experience also includes a role in the Education & Sales Department at Microsoft in Turkey.
Education and Expertise
Beril Kocadereli holds a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management from both KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Stockholm School of Entrepreneurship, completed between 2020 and 2021. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Bilkent University from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background supports her expertise in venture capital and technology-driven solutions.
Interests and Professional Ethos
Beril Kocadereli has a keen interest in sustainability and inclusion, which informs her approach to venture capital. She actively engages in solving problems through technology, reflecting her commitment to impactful innovation. Prior to her work at Antler, she founded a virtual reality startup, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit.