Dogakan Toka
About Dogakan Toka
Dogakan Toka serves as the Chief Strategy Officer and is a managing partner and co-founder at Crea. He has extensive experience in management consulting, having worked with major companies and held various academic roles, including teaching at UC Berkeley.
Current Role at Crea
Dogakan Toka serves as the Managing Partner for Strategy & Operations at Crea Inc, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on strategic initiatives and operational efficiencies, contributing to the company's growth and market positioning. His experience in management consulting and venture capital informs his approach to leadership and strategy.
Experience at Deloitte Consulting
Dogakan Toka has extensive experience at Deloitte Consulting, where he worked in various roles from 2012 to 2021. He began as a Business Analyst in Istanbul, later advancing to positions such as Senior Consultant and Manager in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. His tenure included leading strategy and analytics projects for Fortune 500 companies, enhancing his expertise in business strategy.
Education and Expertise
Dogakan Toka holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Sabanci University. His educational background is complemented by his role as a GSI Lecturer for the Venture Capital and Private Equity Course at UC Berkeley, where he shares his knowledge with graduate students.
Leadership in Entrepreneurship
During his graduate studies at UC Berkeley, Dogakan Toka led the Berkeley Entrepreneurs Association as president and co-founded Courtyard Ventures, the first student-led venture capital fund at Haas. His leadership roles reflect his commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation within the academic community.
Advisory Roles and Contributions
In addition to his role at Crea, Dogakan Toka serves as an Advisor at the US Market Access Center and Berkeley SkyDeck, both since 2023. These positions allow him to leverage his expertise in business strategy and market expansion, supporting startups and entrepreneurs in their growth initiatives.