Ali Burak Muslumanoglu
About Ali Burak Muslumanoglu
Ali Burak Muslumanoglu serves as the Country Manager for MENA&I at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2020. He has a background in industrial engineering and extensive experience in business operations and sales management across various industries.
Work at Riot Games
Ali Burak Muslumanoglu has been with Riot Games since 2018. He initially served as the Head of Business Operations & Esports METAI for two years, where he focused on enhancing the esports ecosystem in the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and India. In 2020, he transitioned to the role of Country Manager MENA&I, overseeing operations and strategic initiatives in the region. His leadership in this position has contributed to the growth of Riot Games' presence in the MENA&I markets.
Education and Expertise
Ali Burak Muslumanoglu completed his education at Istanbul Erkek Lisesi from 1994 to 2002, followed by a degree in Industrial Engineering from Sabanci University from 2002 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation in analytical and operational skills, which he has applied throughout his career in various managerial roles.
Background
Prior to his tenure at Riot Games, Muslumanoglu held several positions in different organizations. He worked at Noble Group as a Junior Trader in their Turkey office from 2007 to 2008. He also spent time at BESTSELLER, where he served as the Jack&Jones Product Manager from 2010 to 2011 and later as the Area Sales Manager from 2011 to 2012 in Istanbul, Turkey. These roles contributed to his experience in business operations and sales management.
Career Progression
Muslumanoglu's career has shown a steady progression through various roles in business operations and management. After his experience as a Junior Trader, he transitioned to the fashion retail industry with BESTSELLER, where he developed skills in product management and sales. His subsequent move to Riot Games marked a shift towards the gaming and esports industry, where he has taken on increasingly responsible positions.