Hatime Sevin Ulukaya
About Hatime Sevin Ulukaya
Hatime Sevin Ulukaya serves as the Director of Strategic Communications at Chobani and has held various roles in communications and program management, including her position as Program Director at the Hamdi Ulukaya Initiative. She holds advanced degrees in Public Relations and Literature from New York University and Istanbul University, respectively.
Current Role at Hamdi Ulukaya Girişimi
Hatime Sevin Ulukaya serves as the Program Director at Hamdi Ulukaya Girişimi since 2017. In this role, she has been instrumental in guiding the organization’s initiatives aimed at supporting entrepreneurship. Under her leadership, 60% of participants in the Hamdi Ulukaya Initiative have embarked on new entrepreneurial ventures. Additionally, she has led efforts that resulted in over $3 million in investments for participating startups, demonstrating a commitment to fostering business growth and innovation.
Work at Chobani
Hatime Sevin Ulukaya has held multiple roles at Chobani. She worked as a Media Relations professional from 2019 to 2022, where she was responsible for managing communication strategies and preparing responses to communication emergencies. She also served as a Corporate Affairs Intern from 2018 to 2019. In her current position as Director of Strategic Communications, which she has held since 2022, she focuses on enhancing the company's visibility and reputation through strategic media engagement.
Education and Expertise
Hatime Sevin Ulukaya has a strong academic background. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Literature from Istanbul University. She furthered her education at New York University, where she achieved a Master's degree in Public Relations and Corporate Communication & Marketing from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she holds a Master's degree in Postmodern Literature, Middle Eastern & Ottoman Languages & Studies from Istanbul University, reflecting her diverse educational pursuits.
Professional Background
Before her current roles, Hatime Sevin Ulukaya worked as a Program Specialist at NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development from 2017 to 2018. In this position, she evaluated the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns using data-driven metrics. Her diverse experiences across various organizations have equipped her with a robust skill set in strategic communications and program management.
Achievements in Entrepreneurship Support
Hatime Sevin Ulukaya has made significant contributions to the entrepreneurial landscape through her leadership at the Hamdi Ulukaya Initiative. Under her guidance, 70% of startups in the initiative expanded into international markets. Her efforts in securing CEO interviews with prominent publications such as Fast Company and Harvard Business Review have also enhanced the visibility and reputation of the organizations she has represented.