Mert Yücelen
About Mert Yücelen
Mert Yücelen is a Corporate Sales Development Representative currently working at SoSafe in Köln, Germany. With a diverse background in sales and education, he actively promotes cybersecurity awareness and has a strong commitment to leveraging digitalization for a safer future.
Work at SoSafe
Mert Yücelen serves as a Corporate Sales Development Representative at SoSafe, a role he has held since 2024. In this position, he focuses on increasing cybersecurity awareness and minimizing cyber risks for companies and their employees. His work contributes to the company's mission of promoting a safer digital environment.
Education and Expertise
Mert Yücelen has a diverse educational background. He studied at RWTH Aachen University, where he focused on Elektrotechnik for one year. He then attended Cologne University of Applied Sciences, earning a Bachelor of Science in Betriebswirtschaftslehre from 2019 to 2023. Additionally, he participated in a semester abroad at Universidad de León, studying Ciencias Empresariales in 2021.
Background
Mert Yücelen grew up in a Turkish migrant household in Cologne, which has shaped his global cosmopolitan mindset. His multicultural upbringing influences his professional interactions and personal goals. He has gained experience in various roles across different sectors, including sales, client engagement, and scholarship programs.
Previous Work Experience
Mert Yücelen has held several positions prior to his current role at SoSafe. He worked as a Student Worker at Volksbanken Raiffeisenbanken and DEVK Versicherungen, gaining foundational experience in the financial sector. He also served as a Sales Working Student at Salesforce and interned in Client Engagement Management at Bitpanda. His diverse roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of sales and customer engagement.
Community Involvement
Mert Yücelen is an active member of the SDRs of Germany community since 2023 and has also contributed to 2hearts as a Community Member. His involvement in these communities reflects his commitment to professional development and networking within the sales and technology sectors.