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Angel Investor
2022
DeepSport Athletic offers performance measurement and exercise guidance with AI-supported sports technologies. It can perform performance tests of athletes and students with image processing and posture analysis, eliminating the need for equipment and guidance.
It aims to be a new pioneer in measuring skills and detecting talents by introducing new generation analysis and reporting to coaches, physical education teachers and athletes.
In this system, we remove the hardware requirements and can use a phone or computer camera as a photocell, reducing costs along with increasing accessibility and agility in athletes testing process.
Angel Investor
2022
Mission & Vision
Twin Science is supporting schools and empowering teachers to nurture students STEAM for sustainability skills. Along with gaining 21st-century skills such as robotics, coding and AI, students also learn social awareness, understand responsible decision-making, exercise their conscience, and, most importantly, consider the collective well-being of the environment. This is the ground of the “STEAM for Sustainability” approach. Students are inspired to use STEAM to build sustainable solutions for the world.
What is STEM for Sustainability?
STEM for Sustainability education empowers students to apply their STEM knowledge to drive sustainable development. With S4S, students gain insights into preventing natural disasters and saving lives through projects like "Earthquake Detection." They explore sustainable food production and create prototypes for "A Sustainable Farm." Emphasising inclusivity, they design a "Smart Cane" to enhance accessibility for the visually impaired. Additionally, they develop an awareness of environmental preservation, utilising technology to prototype an "Ocean Cleaning Robot" to safeguard our planets future.
Angel Investor
2021
Uniqgene is a sports & wellness genetic test company founded in 2018, aiming to discover potentials of athletes, fitness enthusiast and young talents. Uniqgene has tested top athletes in various sport branches like soccer, basketball, sailing, swimming, weightlifting, running etc.
From children to adults, the company aims to help you discover your athlete potential and helps you train by providing genetic tests with a personalized report and a performance tracking interface for clubs to increase the productivity of the training programs and help athletes to reach their peak performance. It uses scientific and technological methods that are constantly being developed in order to:
-help people discover their potential
-minimize possible risks
-increase the success rate in sports.
This year, Uniqgene was selected as the Most Innovative Startups by European Sportstech Startup. Working with clubs such as Fenerbahçe and Altınordu, one of the most prestigious clubs in Turkey, Uniqgene also continues to work with youth teams and sports halls. By testing 7 parameters and 12 genes, you can learn your predisposition to training programs, your motor learning skills, oxygen capacity, injury risks, metabolism, lactate accumulation, and much more!
In 2022, Uniqgene started its “Direct to Consumer” channel to reach our more people to discover genetic tests in their daily wellness habits and introduced Raw Data Upload system to reach more customers globally to offer Uniqgene Reports. This service is available for people who already have genetic testing to benefit from the Uniqgene experience.
Angel Investor
Sep 2017
Fongogo is a crowdfunding platform in Turkey and aims to connect project creators and contributors. By supporting brilliant creators to find funds, it provides a new environment for the projects about art, film, design, game, food, creative business ideas and startups etc. to be brought in to being.
Bir kitlesel destek platformu olan Fongogo, proje sahiplerini destekçilerle buluşturmayı amaçlayan bir internet şirketidir. Yaratıcı ve parlak proje sahiplerinin finansman bulmalarına yardımcı olarak, sanat, film, tasarım, oyun, yaratıcı iş fikirleri ve tüm girişimler ile ilgili bir çok projenin hayata geçmesi için fırsat yaratır.
Angel Investor
Feb 2017
Founded in 2017 with the mission to enhance individuals’ mental and physical wellbeing, Meditopia today serves more than 40 million users worldwide in 15 languages.
Empowered by this global community, we offer a holistic employee assistance platform providing end-to-end wellbeing solutions for professionals and their families.
From clinical psychologists, dietitians, to personal trainers Meditopia offers a wide range of professional support under one roof.
With our AI-powered mental health & work coach and a rich platform featuring over 10,000 wellbeing resources, employees can easily access the support they need, anytime they need it.
Beyond wellbeing, Meditopia also empowers employees to stay engaged and motivated through its social features and Meditopia Market ; a reward system where every completed activity, session, or challenge turns into points that can be redeemed for partner brand rewards.
Through events, challenges, recognition, and social connection, professionals can nurture both their wellbeing and their sense of belonging at work.
With Meditopia, all the wellbeing and motivation your employees need are in one place.
Investor
Dec 2016
Inovatink offers integrated hardware, cloud-connected firmware and cloud services to decrease the time to market and initial cost of a connected product.
Angel Investor
Mar 2016
Erasmusinn is a peer-to-peer marketplace for student accommodations. An Irish company, our vision is to eliminate the hassle of finding a home when going abroad, thereby eliminating barriers to global mobility.
Angel Investor
2015
Connected2.me; a global messaging platform with 40M+ registered users. Users are acquired by viral growth. It has anonymity feature that is not available in other messaging platforms, which allows communication without revealing your identity.
We are venture-funded including 500 Startups and have offices in both Silicon Valley and Ankara, Turkey.
Angel Investor
2015
Temizlikyolda is a SAAS technology which provides ;
A well-improved improved dashboard for monitoring and managing your cleaning business.
The dashboard which ensures you to supervise your personnel and online / offline orders. You can also follow up your KPI numbers in detailed statistic module.
Applications with GPS tracking technology (IOS & ANDROID) for your drivers and service providers .
Applications (IOS & ANDROID) for your customer's reservations.
To sum up Temizlikyolda is all in one technology for managing a Cleaning Business.
Temizlikyolda has already been available in Turkey, Cyprus, Azerbaijan, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Dubai, Kuwait, Oman and we continue to expand our service area.
Angel Investor
2015
DIGITALIZING THE FREELANCER MOVEMENT IN TURKEY
Bionluk.com is an Istanbul-based startup developing an online marketplace for creative and professional services and freelancers. Bionluk.com is the leading freelancer platform in Turkey, with a high growth rate and plans of expansion globally.
We are backed by the leading angel investors group in Turkey, BIC Angels, with prominent investors, including, but not limited to, Omer Erkmen, Yusuf Azoz, Mehmet Onarcan, Sinan Guler. We are looking for a talented teammate to join us in digitalizing the freelancer movement in Turkey.
We’re a passionate, entrepreneurial, and collaborative group. We value diversity of perspective and evaluate ideas on merit, not seniority.
Please visit as at https://bionluk.com
Angel Investor
2015
At Hızlıçeviri, we make translation simple.
We are a İstanbul-based, tech-enabled translation company that serves leading international organisations including Mazak, Smith+Nephew, and Turkcell.
Our approach is unique: by relying on technology to optimize project management, we are able to offer quicker turnaround times at very competitive rates for our clients.
We would love to help with your next translation project. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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2025
Founding Member
Sep 2025
SIF is a MetaNetwork — teams of investors, entrepreneurs, experts, and strategic allies — forming a living supercomputer that unites collective knowledge, network effects, and alpha value to shape the future of alternative investments.
Our mission is to provide high-impact, high-value, de-risked investments opportunities for our members, as well as unparalleled access to elite resources and connections at a professional level through our global partnerships and strategic network.
What are Alpha Investments?
- Real Estate & Real Assets >15% IRR
- Pre-IPOs and Secondaries > 40% IRR
- Pre-VC Vetted Tech Startups > 80% IRR
Strategic Investing for the Future
Our forward-looking investment approach is designed to anticipate mega trends and capitalize on future market developments. We utilize comprehensive market analysis, cutting-edge research, and expert insights to identify high-impact investments.
Unlock Alphas with Strategic Networks
SIF Ventures is a large network of elite entrepreneurs, professionals, industry leaders, academicians and innovators, gathering at exclusive events, high-profile summits, and workshops. Our advanced AI-driven member matching ensures meaningful connections with the right people, fostering collaborations that drive superior returns and significant value.
Our platform bridges the gap between extraordinary opportunities and strategic alliances, creating an ecosystem where every connection is a gateway to premium opportunities and impactful collaborations.
Why SIF Ventures?
- Future-Focused Strategies
- Global Elite Networks
- Comprehensive Knowledge
How we do it?
1. Exclusive Investment Opportunities
2. Personalized Mentorship, Advisory and Support
3. Global Partnerships, Expansion and Innovation Initiatives
Join us to experience a network where every connection is a gateway to the future, premium opportunities and impactful collaborations.
2024
Partner
Oct 2024
At First Degree, relationships matter. We’re not just here to post updates—we’re here to build a community. If you’re ready to engage, learn, and shape the future of work, join and let’s start.
What You’ll Get?
Founders:
Real guidance from people who’ve built companies and scaled ideas. No fluff, just practical advice to help you grow.
Expect insights on everything from fundraising to scaling your team, plus a direct line to a network that’s got your back.
Partner VCs:
Access to early-stage innovators and a partner who’s serious about collaboration. We’re opening doors, sharing insights, and creating connections that count. Follow along for deal flow and partnership opportunities that are grounded in trust.
Operating Partners:
Stay sharp with fresh ideas, strategies, and emerging tools that make scaling smoother. We’re a network built on relationships, giving you insider access to the founders and experts who are moving the needle.
Industry Experts:
Your expertise is invaluable, and here, it makes an impact. Join us for conversations on AI, productivity, and collaboration. Share your knowledge, learn from others, and help shape the next chapter in how we work.
How You Can Participate?
Comment, connect, and start conversations.
Engage with founders, investors, and industry insiders who are all on the same mission. Ask questions, offer advice, or simply share your perspective—because every post is an opportunity to learn, grow, and connect.
We’re not just another company page. We’re a community that’s here to make a difference, and we’re inviting you to be part of it. Follow First Degree, dive into the conversation, and let’s shape the future of work—together.
2023
Managing Partner
Oct 2023
Welcome to Alima Sport, where innovation meets athleticism, and the pursuit of excellence intersects with cutting-edge technology. We are a dynamic venture capital firm that is dedicated to fueling the evolution of sports, health, and wellness through strategic investments in the realm of sports technology.
2022
Startup Mentor
Nov 2022
At Techstars NYC, we back founders who move fast and build with deep customer insight. We help them tap into New Yorks unmatched ecosystem—home to enterprise buyers, world-class hospitals, financial institutions, media leaders, and climate innovators—so they can rapidly test, iterate, and reach product-market fit.
Beyond our accelerator, were home to Engineer Village—a weekly community where NYCs top technical founders come together to focus, build, and connect. Learn more: engineervillage.com
Co-Founder
Jul 2022
Boly ile yeni oyuncularla eşleşip, yeteneklerini sergileyebileceğin sokak liglerine katıl, sezon sonundaki gerçek ödüller için mücadele et.
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