I help technology companies across EMEA and MENA build high-performing teams and solve complex recruitment challenges.

Are these obstacles holding you back?
◼ Struggling to find the right tech talent in a competitive market?
◼ Losing top candidates to competitors due to a slow hiring process?
◼ Facing delays in scaling your development and engineering teams?
◼ Searching for a HR partner who truly understands the tech landscape across EMEA and MENA?

What my clients often say:
❌ "All the best talent is already taken by competitors."
❌ "Our hiring process is too slow for the fast-paced tech industry."
❌ "We can’t find candidates with the niche skills we need."

♻️ When clients across EMEA and MENA tell me, "The talent we need isn’t here," I prove them wrong. By applying a precise and innovative search methodology, I consistently uncover top candidates they thought were impossible to find — right in their own backyard.

🌟 From dynamic startups to established tech enterprises, I’ve partnered with over 500 clients, helping them navigate the intricacies of scaling their teams. With each search, I bring deep industry knowledge and a tailored approach that adapts to your specific needs.

🧬 Over the past 15 years, I’ve positively impacted the careers of more than 5,000 tech professionals, spanning roles in software engineering, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and cutting-edge technologies. My extensive network and industry insights allow me to uncover hidden gems that others often overlook.

🥇 I’ve led countless recruitment projects from inception to successful delivery, continuously honing my skills in the fast-paced world of technology recruitment. I’m proud of the results: a high retention rate, a quick turnaround time, and clients who trust me to get it right the first time.

Why partner with me?
✅ In-depth knowledge of the tech sector and a consultative, problem-solving approach.
✅ A data-driven, efficient recruitment process designed to reduce time-to-hire and increase retention.
✅ Extensive access to a network of highly qualified, pre-screened tech candidates, from senior developers to C-level executives.
✅ Transparent and timely communication, keeping you informed throughout the entire process.
✅ With deep insights into both local markets and global trends, I help tech companies find the talent they need to succeed.

Sound good?

Please reach out:
📞 M: +39 340 997 61 24
📞 M: +90 506 486 71 30
📧 E: kemal@wideandwise.co

Remote work is our everyday reality.

Different locations, different time zones, different routines but one shared mindset.

Last week, the Wide and Wise team met in Istanbul, and it was a powerful reminder of what happens when a distributed team comes together in the same space.

We all know that great work doesn’t require a physical office. Still, being face to face shifts the energy. Short updates become deeper discussions. Alignment happens faster. And somewhere in between, there’s a lot of laughter and real connection.

It was also a special moment for us to officially welcome Zehra and start her onboarding together. Beginning a journey as a team always sets a different tone.

Beyond catching up, we paused to reflect on how far we’ve come and to align on what’s ahead. Clear priorities, clear goals, and a strong focus as we step into 2026. Wide and Wise 3.0 has officially begun. 

I’m truly thankful for this team and the culture we’re building together, no matter the distance. 

Next stop: Ankara, this time together with our new team members, continuing to build what’s next, side by side.

Wide and Wise Minanur Kartal Bektes Tugce Turan Sezin Kuruoglu Elif Hardura Zehra Sönmez

Kemal Hakimoglu

Empowering founders and CEOs in EMEA & MENA to scale tech ventures – with talent strategy, partnerships & revenue-focused roadmaps.

This week, the Wide and Wise team came together in Istanbul 💙
From Italy to Brazil, from Ankara to İzmir — different cities, different time zones, one team.

We work remotely every day, so we know productivity doesn’t depend on a shared office. But being in the same room changes the pace in the best way: the “quick check-ins” turn into real conversations. We had so much fun and shared plenty of laughs. 
And of course, we got to welcome Zehra properly and kick off her onboarding together 💙

We also took the time to celebrate what we’ve achieved so far, and to kick off 2026 with clarity — goals, plans, and what’s next.
We’re ready for Wide and Wise 3.0! 🚀

Grateful for this team and the energy we create when we’re together. 💙
And yes… we also had a surprise guest joining our meeting: 🐾
We’re definitely a cat-loving team.

Next week, the team will be in Ankara — see you there! 👋
Tugce Turan Kemal Hakimoglu Sezin Kuruoglu Elif Hardura Minanur Kartal Bektes Zehra Sönmez

Bu sayıda yer almak gerçekten çok keyifliydi. İlham veren hikâyelerle dolu, emeği geçen herkese teşekkürler.

Wide and Wise Tugce Turan Turkish Global Society

Sınırları aşan hikayeler, dünyayı değiştiren isimler...
Turkish Global Society, 8. sayısında yine ilhamın izini sürüyor!

Bu sayımızda 
🎙️ Antartika’yı yürüyerek geçen ilk Türk Ali Rıza Bilal
🎙️ Türkiye’nin ve dünyanın sayılı genç kadın orkestra şeflerinden
Nisan Ak
🎙️ Paris Bosphorus Enstitüsü Başkanı ve Global Turks
Vakfı Başkan Yardımcısı Bahadır Kaleağası,
🎙️ TAKK kurucusu Pinar Akiskalioglu
🎙️ Avrupa Parlamentosu Uluslararası Lider Kadın Ödülü sahibi öğretmen Dilek Livaneli
🎙️ Bisiklet tutkunu, gezgin, yazar ve fotoğrafçı Gökhan Kutluer
🎙️ Wide and Wise kurucuları Kemal Hakimoglu ve Tugce Turan
🎙️ İyi Ki Podcast yapımcısı Benay Durmaz Güner, 
🎙️ Avukat Buket ERDOĞAN
🎙️ Great British Menu birincisi şef Selin Kiazim,
🎙️ Ressam Secil Erel,
🎙️ Psikoterapist, özel eğitim uzmanı, ve nöropsikolog Dr. Derya
Durmaz söyleşileri sizlerle…

🌍 Dünyanın dört bir yanına hem yazılı hem de dijital versiyonuyla ulaşan dergimize rafınızda yer açın 👉 https://lnkd.in/eddysdzV

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a video shoot at one of our favorite offices to mark a milestone: our ongoing partnership with Kolektif House and the recruitment journey we’ve been building together.

This collaboration has been about more than filling roles. Together, we turned recruitment data into clear insights and those insights into sustainable growth. It’s exciting to see how the right hiring approach can directly support a company’s scale-up journey. Congratulations in advance to Kolektif House for what’s ahead and for the shared successes we’re already creating.

During the shoot, we also had a chance to reflect on the work we’ve done so far with Elvan Erfidan, People & Culture Manager at Kolektif House. We reviewed the outcomes of our recruitment project, exchanged learnings, and discussed what the next phase should look like. Being part of a collaboration where both sides continuously learn from each other is something I genuinely value.

Our perspective on recruitment is simple but intentional. It’s not just about “finding the right candidate.” It’s about speed, candidate experience, sound decision-making, and strong coordination with hiring teams. When these elements come together, recruitment becomes clearer, more structured, and far more effective.

And here’s the key takeaway: for fast-growing, dynamic organizations, building a systematic recruitment process doesn’t require a massive HR team. With the right setup, hiring becomes a natural flow for the organization, not an operational burden.

A big thank you to the Kolektif House team for hosting us and of course to dear Sezin for all her effort throughout the project!
More to come soon.

Wide and Wise Kolektif House

I connect top talent with key leadership roles across HR, Sales, Marketing, Finance and Engineering globally | Founder | Senior Global Recruiter | Headhunter

En sevdiğimiz ofis 💙

Dün Kolektif House’ta Insan ve Kültür Müdürü sevgili Elvan Erfidan ile çok keyifli bir çekim gerçekleştirdik. Bir süredir birlikte yürüttüğümüz işe alım projesinin sürecini ve çıktıları değerlendirdik, gelecek planlarını konuştuk. Karşılıklı öğrendiğimiz bir deneyimin içinde olmak, benim için gerçekten çok değerli.

Bu iş birliğinde işe alımı sadece “doğru adayı bulmak” olarak görmüyoruz. Süreci; hız, aday deneyimi, doğru karar mekanizması ve ekip içi koordinasyon ile birlikte ele alıyoruz.
Sonuç? Daha net ilerleyen hiring süreçleri, daha güçlü bir yapı. 

Böyle dinamik, büyüyen yapılar için “daha sistemli işe alım” sandığınız kadar zor değil, dev bir HR ekibine ihtiyacınız yok. Doğru sistemle işe alım, ekip için yük değil; akış oluyor. 🙌

Bizi harika ağırlayan Kolektif House ekibine çok teşekkürler. Ve tabi ki projedeki tüm eforu için sevgili Sezin'e! 
Coming soon 😄💙
Wide and Wise Kemal Hakimoglu Elif Hardura Zehra Sönmez Minanur Kartal Bektes
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Our favorite office 💙
Yesterday, we had a great time filming at Kolektif House with dear Elvan Erfidan. 

We reviewed the process and outcomes of the recruitment project we’ve been running together for a while, and also talked through what’s next. Being part of an experience where we learn from each other is genuinely very valuable to me.

In this collaboration, we don’t see hiring as simply “finding the right candidate.”
We approach it holistically — combining speed, candidate experience, strong decision-making, and team alignment.
The result? Clearer hiring processes and a stronger structure.

For dynamic, fast-growing teams, building a more structured hiring setup isn’t as hard as it sounds — and you don’t need a huge HR team to do it. With the right system, hiring doesn’t feel like a burden; it becomes a flow. 🙌

A big thank you to the wonderful Kolektif House team for hosting us — and of course to dear Sezin for all her effort throughout the project!

İyi işler böyle çıkıyor.  Sevgili arkadaşımız Esra Odabaşı'nın yeni ürünü PowerPool AI için fikir paylaşımı amacıyla bir araya geldik!

Wide and Wise
ES Kariyer Engelli İstihdamı Danışmanlığı / Employment Consultancy of People with Disabilities

Founder&CEO at ES Kariyer and Able4All, TEDx Speaker, Social Entrepreneur, DEI Consultant

PowerPool AI için ES Kariyer Engelli İstihdamı Danışmanlığı / Employment Consultancy of People with Disabilities  paydaşlarının İK ve işe alım liderleri ile fikir paylaşımı için bir araya geldik!
Ve evet, bu çok alışılagelmiş bir yol değil. Çünkü çoğu ürün önce yapılır, sonra “ihtiyaca cevap veriyor mu?” diye sorulur.
Biz ise tam tersini yaptık:
Ürünü henüz geliştirmeye başlamışken, sahayı masaya getirdik. Engelli istihdamında en çok zorlanılan noktalar neler ve çözümleri nasıl bulabiliriz konusunu tekrar masaya yatırdık. 
ES Kariyer olarak yıllardır birlikte çalıştığımız, güven ilişkisi kurduğumuz paydaşlarımızı davet ettik ve onlar da bu güvenin karşılığını verdi:
Zaman ayırdılar, açık konuştular, eksikleri söylediler, beklentilerini net bir şekilde ortaya koydular ♥️

Bu seviyede katkı, bu açıklık ve bu sahiplenme kolay oluşmaz.

PowerPool AI, işte bu yüzden sıradan bir “AI ürünü” değil.
Bu, masa başında değil; gerçek deneyimle, gerçek ihtiyaçla ve gerçek cesaretle şekillenen bir ürün.
Bugün yaptıklarımızla gurur duydum.
Ve bize güvenen bu insanlarla aynı masada olmaktan gurur duydum.

İyi işler böyle çıkıyor. 

Devamı gelecek 🚀

Tutku Ayaz  
Zühre Turunç Er 
Ece Mızrak Pamir  
Bilge Türkoğlu 
Melis Kayabaşı 
Ezgi Turan 
Tugce Turan 
Kemal Hakimoglu 
Sinan Reis 
Merve Terzioğlu
Nihal Bora 
Berat Bağcı 

Coca-Cola İçecek 
AbbVie  
TSKB | Türkiye Sınai Kalkınma Bankası 
Aytemiz  
Wide and Wise 
Careerlab™ 

Katkılarından dolayı tekrar teşekkür ederiz 🙏🏼

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This month, in the Global Voices section of our newsletter, we feature my friend Yigit's story. Feel free to check it out for an enjoyable read.

Yigit's story shows that working internationally is not only about the role or the brand, but about adaptability, self-leadership, and learning how to create impact in different cultures. The perspective from inside IKEA, with its flat structure and strong experimentation mindset, makes this especially insightful.

Global Voices – #Sweden Edition is officially here 🇸🇪 ☕️

In this series, we sit down with professionals building their careers around the world to uncover what really happens behind the scenes: the wins, the surprises, the cultural curveballs, and the lessons you only learn once you move.

In this second edition of our series, we sit down with Yigit Erdogan, Senior Conversion Rate Optimization Specialist at IKEA, currently based in Malmö, Sweden.

From an unexpected career move that brought him to Scandinavia, to working inside one of the world’s most people-centric and data-driven organizations, Yigit shares an honest perspective on what it takes to grow professionally in a global environment. 
We talk about experimentation, self-leadership, flat hierarchies, and the quiet power of building impact through collaboration.

This conversation also goes beyond work — touching on integration, culture, daily life in Sweden, and what it really means to find balance while building a meaningful international career.

📝 Read the full interview on our blog here:
English: https://lnkd.in/dnBxmUGC
Turkish: https://lnkd.in/dfC2fMVk

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