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== Hakan Bulgurlu ==
=== ”’Early life and Education”’ ===
=== Early life and Education ===
Bulgurlu was born in Oslo, Norway. He spent his early years on the Prince Islands, Istanbul, where he developed an interest in maritime life.<ref>{{Cite web |title=About the Author |url=https://amountaintoclimb.org/about-the-author |access-date= |website=amountaintoclimb.org}}</ref>
Bulgurlu was born in Oslo, Norway. He spent his early years on the Prince Islands, Istanbul, where he developed an interest in maritime life.<ref>{{Cite web |title=About the Author |url=https://amountaintoclimb.org/about-the-author |access-date= |website=amountaintoclimb.org}}</ref>
He earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Economics from the University of Texas and later obtained an MBA from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) through its joint Executive MBA program with Northwestern University.<ref>[https://emba.hkust.edu.hk/alumni-article/hakan-bulgurlu/ HKUST Alumni Profile: Hakan Bulgurlu]</ref>
He earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Economics from the University of Texas and later obtained an MBA from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) through its joint Executive MBA program with Northwestern University.<ref>https://emba.hkust.edu.hk/alumni-article/hakan-bulgurlu/ HKUST Alumni Profile: Hakan Bulgurlu</ref>
=== Career ===
=== Career ===
==== Arçelik / Beko ====
==== Arçelik / Beko ====
From 2007 to 2010, he served as CEO of Arçelik LG, Turkey’s first and largest integrated air conditioner manufacturer. He joined Arçelik, the global home appliances manufacturer, in 2010 as Chief Commercial Officer, overseeing sales across Europe, the USA, and Asia-Pacific.<ref>{{Cite web |date= 14 January 2022|title=Ä°nandığımız deÄŸerler için sorumluluk almayı aktivistlik olarak tanımlarsak, evet, ben aktivist bir CEO’yum |url=https://www.milliyet.com.tr/milliyet-executive/inandigimiz-degerler-icin-sorumluluk-almayi-aktivistlik-olarak-tanimlarsak-evet-ben-aktivist-bir-ceoyum-6674942 |access-date= |website= |language=}}</ref>
From 2007 to 2010, he served as CEO of Arçelik LG, first and largest integrated air conditioner manufacturer. He joined Arçelik, the global home appliances manufacturer, in 2010 as Chief Commercial Officer, overseeing sales across Europe, the USA, and Asia-Pacific.<ref>{{Cite web |date= 14 January 2022|title=Ä°nandığımız deÄŸerler için sorumluluk almayı aktivistlik olarak tanımlarsak, evet, ben aktivist bir CEO’yum |url=https://www.milliyet.com.tr/milliyet-executive/inandigimiz-degerler-icin-sorumluluk-almayi-aktivistlik-olarak-tanimlarsak-evet-ben-aktivist-bir-ceoyum-6674942 |access-date= |website= |language=}}</ref>
In 2015, Bulgurlu was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Arçelik. His leadership period has included international acquisitions, joint ventures, and a focus on environmental sustainability.<ref>[https://www.economist.com/business/2017/06/01/a-turkish-maker-of-white-goods-is-looking-outwards The Economist: A Turkish Maker of White Goods is Looking Outwards]</ref> In 2024, Arçelik consolidated its global brand portfolio under the Beko name. <ref>[https://www.theceomagazine.com/executive-interviews/manufacturing/hakan-bulgurlu/ CEO Magazine: Interview with Hakan Bulgurlu]</ref> Following this rebranding, Beko expanded its international presence and became one of the leading companies in the global home appliances sector.<ref>[https://www.ft.com/partnercontent/beko/ai-evolution-how-to-inspire-intelligent-business-transformation.html Financial Times: Beko AI Evolution]</ref><ref>[https://www.ft.com/content/256a6a6c-e355-44d3-b8b7-a6cc90996d3a Financial Times]</ref>
In 2015, Bulgurlu was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Arçelik. His leadership period has included international acquisitions, joint ventures, and a focus on environmental sustainability.<ref>https://www.economist.com/business/2017/06/01/a-turkish-maker-of-white-goods-is-looking-outwards The Economist: A Turkish Maker of White Goods is Looking Outwards</ref> In 2024, Arçelik consolidated its global brand portfolio under the Beko name.<ref>https://www.theceomagazine.com/executive-interviews/manufacturing/hakan-bulgurlu/ CEO Magazine: Interview with Hakan Bulgurlu</ref> Following this rebranding, Beko expanded its international presence and became one of the leading companies in the global home appliances sector.<ref>https://www.ft.com/partnercontent/beko/ai-evolution-how-to-inspire-intelligent-business-transformation.html Financial Times: Beko AI Evolution</ref><ref>https://www.ft.com/content/256a6a6c-e355-44d3-b8b7-a6cc90996d3a Financial Times</ref>
In April 2024, Arçelik and Whirlpool Corporation entered into a joint venture agreement to create Beko Europe, combining their European home appliance businesses. The transaction aimed to enhance operational scale and market presence across the region.<ref>[https://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/04/02/merger-between-whirpool-and-beko-a-growth-story-says-ceo-of-araelik.html CNBC: Whirlpool and Beko Merger]</ref>
In April 2024, Arçelik and Whirlpool Corporation entered into a joint venture agreement to create Beko Europe, combining their European home appliance businesses. The transaction aimed to enhance operational scale and market presence across the region.<ref>https://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/04/02/merger-between-whirpool-and-beko-a-growth-story-says-ceo-of-araelik.html CNBC: Whirlpool and Beko Merger</ref>
=== Publications and Thought Leadership ===
=== Publications and Thought Leadership ===
Bulgurlu has also led sustainability commitments at [[Arçelik]] ([[Beko]]), including efforts toward net-zero emissions.<ref>[https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/21/arcelik-on-sustainability-commitments-including-net-zero-emissions.html CNBC: Arçelik’s Sustainability Commitments]</ref>
Bulgurlu has also led sustainability commitments at [[Arçelik]] ([[Beko]]), including efforts toward net-zero emissions.<ref>https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/21/arcelik-on-sustainability-commitments-including-net-zero-emissions.html CNBC: Arçelik’s Sustainability Commitments</ref>
He is part of the World Economic Forum’s CEO Climate Leaders Alliance, a global CEO-led community committed to achieving a net-zero economy.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Governments and business must double down on climate action |url=https://www.weforum.org/stories/2024/10/alliance-of-ceo-climate-leaders-cop29/ |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=World Economic Forum |language=}}</ref>
He is part of the World Economic Forum’s CEO Climate Leaders Alliance, a global CEO-led community committed to achieving a net-zero economy.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Governments and business must double down on climate action |url=https://www.weforum.org/stories/2024/10/alliance-of-ceo-climate-leaders-cop29/ |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=World Economic Forum |language=}}</ref>
Bulgurlu serves as President of APPLiA, a Brussels-based association representing the home appliance industry in Europe. In this role, he supports initiatives related to decarbonization, energy efficiency, and sustainable product policy.<ref>[https://www.applia-europe.eu/press-releases-applia/arceliks-ceo-hakan-bulgurlu-elected-as-new-president-of-applia APPLiA: Arçelik’s CEO Hakan Bulgurlu Elected as New President]</ref>
Bulgurlu serves as President of APPLiA, a Brussels-based association representing the home appliance industry in Europe. In this role, he supports initiatives related to decarbonization, energy efficiency, and sustainable product policy.<ref>https://www.applia-europe.eu/press-releases-applia/arceliks-ceo-hakan-bulgurlu-elected-as-new-president-of-applia APPLiA: CEO Hakan Bulgurlu Elected as New President</ref>
In 2022, he published ”A Mountain to Climb: The Climate Crisis, A Summit Beyond Everest”, reflecting on his Everest expedition and exploring the role of business in tackling climate change.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |title=A Conversation with Arçelik CEO, Hakan Bulgurlu on Summiting Everest |url=https://thoughteconomics.com/hakan-bulguru-arcelik/ |access-date= |website= |language=}}</ref>
In 2022, he published ”A Mountain to Climb: The Climate Crisis, A Summit Beyond Everest”, reflecting on his Everest expedition and exploring the role of business in tackling climate change.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |title=A Conversation with Arçelik CEO, Hakan Bulgurlu on Summiting Everest |url=https://thoughteconomics.com/hakan-bulguru-arcelik/ |access-date= |website= |language=}}</ref>
His perspectives on climate action and leadership have been featured in several podcasts including ”The Dr. Mark Hyman Show”, ”Thought Economics”, and ”Dr. Mark Goulston”.<ref>[https://drhyman.com/blogs/content/podcast-ep568 The Dr. Mark Hyman Show]</ref><ref>[https://mywakeupcall.libsyn.com/2022/04 Dr. Mark Goulston Podcast]</ref>
His perspectives on climate action and leadership have been featured in several podcasts including ”The Dr. Mark Hyman Show”, ”Thought Economics”, and ”Dr. Mark Goulston”.<ref>https://drhyman.com/blogs/content/podcast-ep568 The Dr. Mark Hyman Show</ref><ref>https://mywakeupcall.libsyn.com/2022/04 Dr. Mark Goulston Podcast</ref>
=== Environmental Advocacy ===
=== Environmental Advocacy ===
Bulgurlu has been involved in climate action initiatives, particularly concerning global warming, sea level rise and glacial melting. He has participated in expeditions to raise awareness of environmental issues.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= April 2022|title=In Conversation with Hakan Bulgurlu |url=https://thebeautifultruth.org/work/leadership/in-conversation-with-hakan-bulgurlu/ |access-date= |website=The Beautiful Truth |language=}}</ref>
Bulgurlu has been involved in climate action initiatives, particularly concerning global warming, sea level rise and glacial melting. He has participated in expeditions to raise awareness of environmental issues.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= April 2022|title=In Conversation with Hakan Bulgurlu |url=https://thebeautifultruth.org/work/leadership/in-conversation-with-hakan-bulgurlu/ |access-date= |website=The Beautiful Truth |language=}}</ref>
In 2019, he climbed Mount Everest to highlight glacial melt in the Himalayas.<ref>[https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct5z1p BBC: Climate Report]</ref> In late 2023, he climbed Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica, and became the first Turkish citizen to reach South Pole to raise awareness about rising sea levels.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bulgurlu |first=Hakan |title=Rising waters, deepening divides: We must overcome global inaction to solve the climate challenge – edie |url=https://www.edie.net/rising-waters-deepening-divides-we-must-overcome-global-inaction-to-solve-the-climate-challenge/ |access-date= |website=Edie |language=en-GB}}</ref>
In 2019, he climbed Mount Everest to highlight glacial melt in the Himalayas.<ref>https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct5z1p BBC: Climate Report</ref> In late 2023, he climbed Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica, and became the first Turkish citizen to reach South Pole to raise awareness about rising sea levels.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bulgurlu |first=Hakan |title=Rising waters, deepening divides: We must overcome global inaction to solve the climate challenge – edie |url=https://www.edie.net/rising-waters-deepening-divides-we-must-overcome-global-inaction-to-solve-the-climate-challenge/ |access-date= |website=Edie |language=en-GB}}</ref>
He is a member of YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization) and has spoken on corporate sustainability and climate action.<ref>[https://www.ypo.org/profile/hakan-bulgurlu/ YPO Profile: Hakan Bulgurlu]</ref>
He is a member of YPO (Young Organization) and has spoken on corporate sustainability and climate action.<ref>https://www.ypo.org/profile/hakan-bulgurlu/ YPO Profile: Hakan Bulgurlu</ref>
=== Personal Life ===
=== Personal Life ===
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Turkish-Norwegian Business Executive
Hakan Bulgurlu (born 1972) is a Turkish-Norwegian business executive, who is the current chief executive officer of Beko (formerly Arçelik). He is also an environmental advocate, and author.
Early life and Education
Bulgurlu was born in Oslo, Norway. He spent his early years on the Prince Islands, Istanbul, where he developed an interest in maritime life.[1]
He earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Economics from the University of Texas and later obtained an MBA from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) through its joint Executive MBA program with Northwestern University.[2]
Career
Koç Holding and Early Roles
In 1994, he began his career at Koç Holding, a Fortune Global 500 company, holding various management positions focused on international expansion, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. He spent over 13 years in Hong Kong managing trade, outsourcing, and business development.[3]
Arçelik / Beko
From 2007 to 2010, he served as CEO of Arçelik LG, Turkey’s first and largest integrated air conditioner manufacturer. He joined Arçelik, the global home appliances manufacturer, in 2010 as Chief Commercial Officer, overseeing sales across Europe, the USA, and Asia-Pacific.[4]
In 2015, Bulgurlu was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Arçelik. His leadership period has included international acquisitions, joint ventures, and a focus on environmental sustainability.[5] In 2024, Arçelik consolidated its global brand portfolio under the Beko name.[6] Following this rebranding, Beko expanded its international presence and became one of the leading companies in the global home appliances sector.[7][8]
In April 2024, Arçelik and Whirlpool Corporation entered into a joint venture agreement to create Beko Europe, combining their European home appliance businesses. The transaction aimed to enhance operational scale and market presence across the region.[9]
Publications and Thought Leadership
Bulgurlu has also led sustainability commitments at Arçelik (Beko), including efforts toward net-zero emissions.[10]
He is part of the World Economic Forum’s CEO Climate Leaders Alliance, a global CEO-led community committed to achieving a net-zero economy.[11]
Bulgurlu serves as President of APPLiA, a Brussels-based association representing the home appliance industry in Europe. In this role, he supports initiatives related to decarbonization, energy efficiency, and sustainable product policy.[12]
In 2022, he published A Mountain to Climb: The Climate Crisis, A Summit Beyond Everest, reflecting on his Everest expedition and exploring the role of business in tackling climate change.[13]
His perspectives on climate action and leadership have been featured in several podcasts including The Dr. Mark Hyman Show, Thought Economics, and Dr. Mark Goulston.[14][15]
Environmental Advocacy
Bulgurlu has been involved in climate action initiatives, particularly concerning global warming, sea level rise and glacial melting. He has participated in expeditions to raise awareness of environmental issues.[16]
In 2019, he climbed Mount Everest to highlight glacial melt in the Himalayas.[17] In late 2023, he climbed Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica, and became the first Turkish citizen to reach South Pole to raise awareness about rising sea levels.[18]
He is a member of YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization) and has spoken on corporate sustainability and climate action.[19]
Personal Life
As president of the Mediterranean Archaeology Association, he supports underwater archaeology and cultural heritage preservation. He is a founding member of Mediterranean Conservation Society[20].[21]
He has also participated in mountaineering, skiing, and sailing, including polar and high-altitude expeditions.[22]
See Also
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