Zeynep Koch
About Zeynep Koch
Zeynep Koch is a Senior Director of Global Events at Sonar, with over 20 years of experience in global marketing and brand strategy. She has held significant roles at major companies including Oracle, IBM, and Sun Microsystems, and has a strong educational background in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Istanbul Technical University.
Work at SonarSource
Zeynep Koch currently serves as the Senior Director of Global Events at SonarSource, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of global events that align with the company's marketing strategy. Her leadership in this capacity contributes to enhancing brand visibility and engagement within the tech community.
Previous Experience at Oracle
Before joining SonarSource, Zeynep Koch worked at Oracle for over a decade. She held multiple positions, including Global Marketing Director for Oracle Open Cloud Infrastructure from 2010 to 2021, and later as Global Director of Cloud Marketing from 2021 to 2023. Her tenure at Oracle involved developing marketing strategies for cloud solutions and managing marketing initiatives that supported the company's growth in the cloud computing sector.
Career at Sun Microsystems
Zeynep Koch's career includes significant roles at Sun Microsystems, where she worked from 2000 to 2010. Initially, she served as Sr. Global Marketing Program Manager for eight years, followed by a two-year stint as Sr. Global Group Manager for SMB Midsize Marketing. Her work at Sun Microsystems focused on marketing programs that targeted small to midsize businesses, contributing to the company's market presence.
Educational Background
Zeynep Koch holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Istanbul Technical University. She also studied at various organizations, enhancing her knowledge in multiple areas. Additionally, she attended Uskudar American Academy and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, further broadening her educational foundation.
Expertise in Marketing
Zeynep Koch possesses extensive expertise in various marketing domains, including demand generation, partner marketing, and digital campaigns. With over 20 years of experience, she has developed skills in strategic marketing, product marketing, and marketing campaign management. Her knowledge spans cloud infrastructure, open source technologies, and SaaS marketing, making her a valuable asset in the tech industry.