Canan M.
About Canan M.
Canan M. serves as the People Director for EMEA at Kong Inc., having previously held roles at Okta, Inc. and several other companies in the human resources field across various regions.
Work at Kong
Canan M. serves as the People Director for EMEA at Kong Inc., a role she has held since 2022. Based in London, England, she focuses on overseeing human resources strategies and initiatives across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions. Her responsibilities include talent management, organizational development, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Previous Experience at Okta, Inc.
Before joining Kong Inc., Canan M. worked at Okta, Inc. as the Human Resources Director for EMEA from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she managed HR operations and contributed to the company's growth in the region, implementing various HR policies and practices to support employee engagement and development.
Career Background in Human Resources
Canan M. has extensive experience in human resources, having held various positions across multiple organizations. She worked as a Senior HR Business Partner at Finastra from 2010 to 2013 and served as HR Director at Solera, Inc. in both the Netherlands and globally. Her early career included roles at Motorola Mobility, where she progressed through several HR positions from 1998 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Canan M. holds an MBA in Human Resources Management from Marmara University, where she studied from 1994 to 1996. She also studied Psychology at Boğaziçi University and obtained a Strategic Human Resources Leadership Certificate from Cornell University ILR School in 2018. Additionally, she has studied Project Management at The George Washington University.
Professional Development and Certifications
Throughout her career, Canan M. has pursued professional development opportunities to enhance her expertise in human resources. She completed the Motorola Leadership Development Program from 1996 to 1998, which laid the foundation for her HR career. Her commitment to continuous learning is evident in her various educational pursuits and certifications.