Baris Aldanmaz graduated from New York University, Leonard N. Stern School of Business with highest honors in Finance and Management dual degrees. Aldanmaz started his career at McKinsey & Company focusing on various sectors including Airlines, Banking, Consumer Goods, Telco and Insurance. Then Aldanmaz joined Turkven Private Equity, the leading Private Equity Fund in Turkiye as an investor. During his time in Turkven, Aldanmaz served as a board observer for some of the leading companies in Turkiye, including Domino's Pizza, Flo and MNG Kargo. In addition, Aldanmaz led the acquisition of MNG Kargo and IPO of Domino's Pizza at the London Stock Exchange. Currently, Aldanmaz is leading TikTok's business and team in Turkiye and has been with TikTok for 3+ years.