hey there, I am baran Kırkgöz!

I’m an Industrial Engineer with a vision to revolutionize the future by blending ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles with the limitless potential of creative industries

See my future & prior projects

Sustainable Cotton Training Program

Empowering 16,000 women farmers and manufacturers through sustainable cotton farming techniques to reduce environmental impact, support industry competitiveness, and promote women's empowerment in Turkey’s textile sector

a man working in a shop
a man working in a shop
Turkish Craftmenship Hub

Connecting Anatolia’s skilled artisans in leather, jewelry, and weaving with global luxury brands through dedicated hubs, to empower collaboration, training, and preserving cultural heritage while creating sustainable economic opportunities for artisans

@BCG

As an associate consultant at BCG Istanbul, I specialize in crafting ESG strategies for emerging markets, helping organizations embed sustainability into their operations and access green financing.

a herd of cows standing on top of a lush green field
a herd of cows standing on top of a lush green field
Capstone Project

Using simulation-based policy analysis and systems-dynamic approach, we explored price fluctuations in Turkey's dairy and meat markets to uncover the dynamics driving market behavior.

@Unilever

During my internship at Unilever, I worked on a groundbreaking campaign for Elidor, partnering with LGBTQ+ advocate and volleyball star Ebrar Karakurt to champion inclusivity and challenge societal norms.

Umwelt Baut Brücken (Environment Builds Bridges)

I worked on boats, collecting waste from the Bosphorus with a local NGO named Turmepa. Through Turmepa, I became involved in Umwelt Baut Brücken, a German government initiative aimed at raising awareness about environmental issues. Our work on endemic bosphorus dolphins published on a national newspaper