Asli Afal Demirel
About Asli Afal Demirel
Asli Afal Demirel is an ESG Analyst currently working at RepRisk in Toronto, Canada, and serves as a Human Resources & Policy Development Officer at Iris the Dragon. She has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations, including Lundbeck, Carrefour, and ICANN, and holds degrees in Psychological Counseling and Industrial & Organizational Psychology.
Current Role at RepRisk
Asli Afal Demirel has been serving as an ESG Analyst at RepRisk since 2021. In this role, she focuses on integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into corporate strategies. Her work contributes to enhancing corporate sustainability and aligns with the growing demand for responsible business practices. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, she utilizes her extensive background in human resources to support ESG initiatives.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current position, Asli Afal Demirel held several significant roles in human resources. She worked as HR Director at Lundbeck from 2005 to 2011 and as HR Manager at Carrefour from 2003 to 2005 in Istanbul, Turkey. Additionally, she served as Senior Human Resources Manager for EMEA at ICANN from 2015 to 2019. Her experience also includes roles at Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Coca-Cola İçecek, where she developed her expertise in HR management.
Educational Background
Asli Afal Demirel has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Counseling from Boğaziçi Üniversitesi, studying from 1987 to 1992. She later pursued a Master of Science in Industrial & Organizational Psychology at The City University of New York from 1994 to 1996. Additionally, she completed a postgraduate program in Human Resources Management at George Brown College from 2019 to 2020.
Professional Certifications and Memberships
Asli Afal Demirel is a candidate for the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation and holds membership with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). These credentials reflect her commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards in human resources management.
Expertise in Human Resources and ESG Integration
Asli Afal Demirel possesses expertise in integrating ESG considerations with human resources strategies. She has extensive experience in managing expatriation, relocation, and international employment services. Her knowledge extends to employment law in Canada and Turkey, as well as familiarity with Canadian charity regulations. She is proficient in various HR and recruitment software, enhancing her ability to design effective HR policies and systems.