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Mihriban Ersin

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Mihriban Ersin is an entrepreneur active in the fintech and blockchain sectors for over a decade. She has contributed to these fields through her involvement in various startups, focusing on financial inclusion and technological innovation in finance. Mihriban Ersin also engages in advocacy and publishing efforts to promote diversity within the technology sector, leading initiatives to enhance the presence of women and minorities in tech.[1]

Career

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Ersin's career began in project management, where she worked on projects funded by the European Union and European Commission.[2]

Ventures

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Ininal (2012)
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Mihriban Ersin co-founded Ininal, an e-money company in Turkey. The company reported user growth, reaching over 4 million accounts and 2 million active digital wallet users monthly. In 2016, Cheque-Dejeuner Group acquired the majority stake in Ininal.

FinTechTime (2015)
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Mihriban Ersin founded FinTechTime Magazine which covers the fintech sector in Turkey. She serves as the founder and chief editor.

Colendi (2018)
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Mihriban Ersin co-founded Colendi, a fintech company that provides various banking services with an emphasis on financial technology. The company's primary objective is to enhance the accessibility of financial services by connecting consumers, businesses, and financial institutions. Colendi operates a scoring algorithm that caters to individuals without bank accounts and those lacking access to credit. In 2021, Colendi was the 5th most invested company in Turkey.[3]

The company expanded its senior management team following a Series A Investment Round, adding Ian Hannam, Christopher Noyer, Sir David Walker, and Prof. Philip Bond. Since then, it has grown to offer a variety of fintech services globally, including investments, insurance, and credit.[4][5][6]

CovenLabs (2022)
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Mihriban Ersin, along with Mert Fırat,[7] founded CovenLabs, a design and development laboratory that assists companies in digital transformation and innovation. CovenLabs focuses on areas such as web3, tokenomics, NFT creation, customer loyalty, and community engagement.[8]

Additional Ventures

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Kadingözü (2011)[2]
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A platform aimed at empowering female entrepreneurs.

A resource for insights into the blockchain industry.

Recognition

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Mihriban Ersin has been recognized in various industry publications for her work in financial technology and her efforts to promote diversity. In 2018, she was selected for the Women in FinTech Powerlist by Innovate Finance, and in 2019, she was named among the top 100 most influential women in the fintech sector.[9]

Achievements and Awards

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  • 2018 Women in FinTech Powerlist - Innovate Finance[9]
  • Top 100 Women in Fintech 2019[10]
  • 8 Influential Women Making Headlines in Blockchain[11]
  • Top 10 Leading Women In The Blockchain Space[12]
  • Women In Crypto: Meet The Industry’s Most Influential Leaders[13]
  • Turkey's First Prepaid Shopping Card (Ininal) (2011)
  • Wired Europe's Hottest Startups[14] (2014)
  • Wired Europe's hottest startups[15] (2015)
  • Fintech Power 50 List[16] (Colendi) (2022)
  • 5th Most Invested Venture in Turkey[17] (Colendi) (2021)
  • Fintech Power 50 List[18] (Colendi) (2024)
  • Turcorn 100 Program Membership[19] (Colendi) (2024)

References

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  1. ^ pazarlamasyon (2023-05-11). "CovenLabs'in fijital dünyası: Fiziksel ve dijital dünyalar birleşiyor | Pazarlamasyon". Pazarlasmasyon (in Turkish). Retrieved 2024-07-16.
  2. ^ a b "Mihriban Ersin". SXSW 2024 Schedule. Retrieved 2024-07-17.
  3. ^ Arnaud, Bernardo (2020-06-17). "10 of the most promising European blockchain startups to watch". EU-Startups. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
  4. ^ Towner, Lauren (2023-08-21). "ColendiBank approved as Turkey's first digital bank". FF News | Fintech Finance. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
  5. ^ East, Forbes Middle. "Mihriban Ersin Tekmen, Co-founder Of Colendi: Providing An Accessible Alternative In The Fintech Landscape". Forbes ME. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
  6. ^ "Kadın olmak avantaj veya dezavantaj olmamalı. Önemli olan bilgi, donanım, çalışkanlık ve tabii ki deneyim | Fintechtime" (in Turkish). 2023-03-08. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
  7. ^ "Mert Fırat, Webrazzi XYZ 2024'te CovenLabs'i anlattı". Webrazzi (in Turkish). 2024-03-05. Retrieved 2024-07-17.
  8. ^ Cromley, Kelly (2023-05-11). "CovenLabs to Foster Web3 Adoption by Offering Solutions for NFTs, Tokenization, Gamification, Finance Etc". CoinTrust. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
  9. ^ a b "Powerlist 2018 - Innovate Finance – the Voice of Global FinTech".
  10. ^ "Fenomena Slot Gacor Hari Ini Kian Memanas, Benarkah Terbukti?".
  11. ^ "8 Influential Women Making Headlines in Blockchain". 17 April 2018.
  12. ^ https://cryptowomenturkey.com/crypto/news
  13. ^ https://crypterium.com/news/post/women-in-crypto
  14. ^ Clark, Liat. "Europe's hottest startups 2014: Istanbul". Wired. ISSN 1059-1028. Retrieved 2024-07-11.
  15. ^ Clark, Liat. "Europe's hottest startups 2015: Istanbul". Wired. ISSN 1059-1028. Retrieved 2024-07-11.
  16. ^ "Fintech - The Fintech Power 50 is the annual guide to the most influential, innovative and powerful figures in the Fintech industry, shining a spotlight on those who are transforming financial services for the better". Retrieved 2024-07-11.
  17. ^ "2021'de en çok yatırım alan 10 yerli girişim". Webrazzi (in Turkish). 2021-12-22. Retrieved 2024-07-11.
  18. ^ "Fintech - The Fintech Power 50 is the annual guide to the most influential, innovative and powerful figures in the Fintech industry, shining a spotlight on those who are transforming financial services for the better". Retrieved 2024-07-11.
  19. ^ "Turcorn 100 - OUR ECOSYSTEM - TURCORN 100". www.turcorn.gov.tr. Retrieved 2024-07-11.