Erkin Utlu
About Erkin Utlu
Erkin Utlu serves as the Head of Finance for Turkey at Brown-Forman since 2021, bringing extensive experience in finance management across various sectors. He holds degrees in International Finance and Marketing from multiple universities and has held significant roles in companies such as PANDORA A/S and KIKO MILANO.
Work at Brown-Forman
Erkin Utlu serves as the Head of Finance for Turkey at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Istanbul, he oversees financial operations and strategic financial planning for the company in the Turkish market. His role involves managing various financial responsibilities, including pricing strategy and cash flow management, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Erkin Utlu has a solid educational background in finance. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in International Finance from both İstanbul Bilgi Üniversitesi and the University of Portsmouth, studying from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Marketing and Finance from Middlesex University in 2004. His expertise includes managing legal, IT, and customs departments, along with finance, and he is skilled in internal audit processes.
Background
Before joining Brown-Forman, Erkin Utlu held several finance-related positions in various companies. He worked as the Finance & Controlling Manager at beeline Group from 2012 to 2016 and served as the Head of Finance for PANDORA A/S from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, he was the Admin, Finance & Controlling Manager at KIKO MILANO for one year and the Finance & Accounting Manager at N.E.W. Customer Service Companies, Inc. from 2010 to 2012.
Achievements
Erkin Utlu has a demonstrated history of enhancing financial operations within the retail sector. His strategic decision-making skills, particularly in pricing strategy and cash flow management, have contributed to the financial integrity of the organizations he has worked for. His comprehensive experience in finance management positions him as a key player in the financial landscape of the companies he has served.