Alper Tekin
About Alper Tekin
Alper Tekin serves as the Chief Product Officer at Findem, where he focuses on integrating AI into talent acquisition processes. He has held various leadership roles at companies such as Udacity, Microsoft, and AlfaPeople, and has a strong background in entrepreneurship and product strategy.
Current Role at Findem
Alper Tekin serves as the Chief Product Officer at Findem, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on modernizing the talent stack for enterprises globally through the integration of artificial intelligence. His responsibilities include overseeing the development of Findem's Talent Data Cloud and automating sourcing processes with AI-powered tools. Tekin is also involved in discussions regarding the AI-first transformation of talent acquisition, aligning strategies with advancements in technology.
Previous Experience at Udacity
Tekin has held multiple positions at Udacity, including Chief Product Officer, Vice President & General Manager of Enterprise, Director of Enterprise, and Regional Director for EMEA. His tenure at Udacity spanned from 2015 to 2020, during which he founded Udacity EMEA and expanded the Government and Enterprise sectors to generate $40 million in revenue within two years. His leadership contributed significantly to the company's growth and presence in the education technology sector.
Entrepreneurial Background
Alper Tekin has a robust background as a serial entrepreneur in Europe. He founded and served as CEO of several startups, including AlfaPeople and Mekanist.net. His role at BlaBlaCar TR as Interim Country Manager further highlights his entrepreneurial spirit. This experience has provided him with a deep understanding of product development and strategy, which he has leveraged in his subsequent roles in larger organizations.
Education and Academic Achievements
Tekin studied at Stanford University, where he earned two Bachelor's degrees in Industrial Engineering and German Studies, followed by a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and strategic thinking, which he has applied throughout his career in product management and entrepreneurship.
Career at Microsoft and Other Roles
Before his tenure at Udacity, Tekin worked at Microsoft Corporation as a Product Manager for the EMEA Partner Program and held various product management roles from 2003 to 2007. His early career also included internships at PayPal Inc and Penguin Computing. These experiences contributed to his expertise in product strategy and development, shaping his approach to leadership in technology-focused organizations.