Mahmut Akten, Founder of Garanti Bankasi

About Mahmut Akten

Mahmut Akten started his career in 1999 at Holcim, then moved to McKinsey & Co. in 2006. He joined Garanti BBVA in 2012, holding various leadership positions before being appointed CEO of Garanti BBVA and Country Manager of BBVA in Turkey in August 2024.

Mahmut Akten at a glance

• Company: Garanti Bankasi
• Location: Istanbul, Turkey

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