Didem Kurt
About Didem Kurt
Didem Kurt is the Manager of Trade Lane Management at Flexport in New York, with over a decade of experience in the logistics industry and a background in global business and finance.
Current Role at Flexport
Didem Kurt is currently the Manager of Trade Lane Management at Flexport, based in New York, United States. She joined Flexport in March 2022. In this role, she oversees trade lane management operations, contributing her extensive knowledge and experience in the logistics industry to guide strategic trade lane initiatives.
Previous Experience at Apex Logistics International
Didem Kurt previously worked at Apex Logistics International as the Ocean Product and Tender Manager. She held this position from 2016 to 2022, a tenure of six years. During her time at Apex Logistics, she managed ocean products and tender processes, gaining in-depth experience and expertise in these areas. Her work was fundamental in streamlining tender operations and enhancing the ocean product offerings of the company.
Professional Background in Logistics
Didem Kurt has over a decade of experience in the logistics industry. Her career includes various roles from Import Documentation and Air Operation Specialist at Mega Shipping and Forwarding LTD to her current position at Flexport. Her diverse roles have given her a broad understanding of logistics operations, particularly in ocean product management and tender processes.
Educational Background
Didem Kurt completed her undergraduate studies at Sakarya University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Labor Economics and Industrial Relationships. She furthered her education at Brooklyn College, obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Global Business and Finance from 2013 to 2015. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in both economics and global business practices.
Experience in International Roles
Didem Kurt's career includes experience in both the US and Turkey, giving her a diverse and international perspective. She began her career in Istanbul, Turkey, as an Accounting Assistant at Garanti BBVA for six months in 2010. This international experience has enriched her professional capabilities, allowing her to incorporate various global business practices into her work.