Endeavor

Endeavor is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting high-impact entrepreneurs globally, with the aim of fostering long-term economic growth. Established in 1997 and headquartered in New York City, Endeavor operates in various countries, including Argentina, Brazil, and South Africa, among others. The organization identifies, mentors, and accelerates entrepreneurs who have the potential to create substantial economic impact in their regions. In addition to its core mission, Endeavor Catalyst, the venture capital arm of Endeavor Global, focuses on making growth equity investments in startups across sectors such as agriculture, fintech, and healthcare. Established in 2012, Endeavor Catalyst typically invests in companies generating revenues between $0.5 million and $15 million and participates in financing rounds of $5 million or more. This co-investment model not only supports the entrepreneurs but also contributes to the sustainability of Endeavor's broader initiatives.

Maha AbdelAzim

Associate

Mark Eisenberg

Associate, Retail and Tech Commerce

Eva Goldstein

Finance Manager

Joanna Harries

Vice President, Entrepreneur Selection and Growth

Daniela Terminel

Vice President, Entrepreneur Selection and Growth

David Wachtel

Senior Vice President, Marketing, Communications and Partnerships

Past deals in Turkey

Akinon

Venture Round in 2021
Akinon develops cloud-based Omnichannel applications for the retail industry. Its portfolio includes Akinon OMS, an order management system that functions as the control unit for various eCommerce operations; Akinon Instore App that allows to combine and access inventories from physical stores and warehouses; Omnitron, a solution that allows to access advanced catalogue and product management systems; Akinon Commerce, an eCommerce platform that offers conversion rates with a tailor-made storefront; and Akinon Native AppBuilder, a tool that allows to customize and sync new sales channel with the user’s devices. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Istanbul, Turkey with additional offices in London, United Kingdom; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; and Athens, Greece.

Foriba

Venture Round in 2019
Foriba is a provider of accounting solutions for enterprises. The Company offers document processing services such as e-invoice, e-ledger, e-reconciliation, e-audit e-signature, and e-self employed invoices. It also offers digital backup of documents, Vat returns, and e-receipt solutions. Ahmet Bilgen headquartered the company in Maltepe, Istanbul in 1999.

SmartMessage

Venture Round in 2019
ODC Business Solutions is a global technology company that provides Omni-channel software platforms both on premise and on-cloud. The company helps enterprises to build healthy communication with their customers and generate analytics for CRM and data enrichment purposes. The company offers a wide range of marketing channels such as email, SMS/MMS, push notifications, chatbot, social media, and more. ODC Business Solutions mainly operates as a software solutions business and additionally, it provides digital marketing and loyalty services to local and global markets. ODC Business Solutions was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey.

Blueground

Venture Round in 2018
Blueground is a corporate hospitality company that specializes in leasing and managing residential properties across various locations, including Greece, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Kifisia, Greece, the company provides fully furnished and equipped apartments designed for corporate travelers, expatriates, and leisure visitors. Blueground aims to create a seamless living experience, allowing guests to move in effortlessly for short or long-term stays. With a growing portfolio of over 3,500 apartments in twelve cities, including New York, Los Angeles, and Paris, the company is focused on expanding its reach to 50 cities worldwide, ultimately increasing its offerings to more than 50,000 apartments.

Foriba

Series B in 2018
Foriba is a provider of accounting solutions for enterprises. The Company offers document processing services such as e-invoice, e-ledger, e-reconciliation, e-audit e-signature, and e-self employed invoices. It also offers digital backup of documents, Vat returns, and e-receipt solutions. Ahmet Bilgen headquartered the company in Maltepe, Istanbul in 1999.

Blueground

Series A in 2017
Blueground is a corporate hospitality company that specializes in leasing and managing residential properties across various locations, including Greece, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Kifisia, Greece, the company provides fully furnished and equipped apartments designed for corporate travelers, expatriates, and leisure visitors. Blueground aims to create a seamless living experience, allowing guests to move in effortlessly for short or long-term stays. With a growing portfolio of over 3,500 apartments in twelve cities, including New York, Los Angeles, and Paris, the company is focused on expanding its reach to 50 cities worldwide, ultimately increasing its offerings to more than 50,000 apartments.

iyzico

Series B in 2015
iyzico is a Turkish online payment services provider that focuses on delivering a secure payment management platform for businesses of various sizes across different sectors. The company offers several key products, including iyziPos, a secure virtual POS solution that features automated fraud prevention and high authorization-rate bank integrations; iyziBazaar, which facilitates marketplace payment management; iyziLink, allowing payments via links without requiring a shopping site; and Buyer Protection, enhancing the secure shopping experience. Additionally, iyzico's platform supports multiple payment options, including recurring payments, bin control, one-click payments, installment payments, and bank transfers. This comprehensive suite enables e-commerce companies to start accepting payments rapidly, often on the same day as integration, by utilizing a single application.

Lidyana

Series B in 2013
Lidyana.com is a Turkish fashion e-commerce website selling a wide collection of branded clothing, accessories, shoes, bags, and cosmetics. The website features its products in categories for men, women, and kids.

Peak

Series C in 2013
Peak is a prominent mobile gaming company founded in 2010 and based in Istanbul, Turkey. The company specializes in developing engaging mobile games, with two major franchises, Toon Blast and Toy Blast, consistently ranking among the top grossing games in the U.S. iPhone market. These franchises have collectively attracted over 12 million daily active users. Peak is committed to innovation and growth, not only in gaming but also in exploring opportunities within other technology sectors. Additionally, the company focuses on social gaming, particularly targeting emerging markets in Turkey, the Middle East, and North Africa.

Yemeksepeti

Series B in 2012
Yemeksepeti is Turkey's leading online food ordering platform, allowing users to conveniently order meals from a wide selection of nearly 8,000 partner restaurants across 58 provinces. The service ensures timely delivery, typically within 30 to 45 minutes, directly to customers' doorsteps. In addition to its strong presence in Turkey, Yemeksepeti has expanded its operations to the Middle East under the brand Foodonclick.com, serving countries such as the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Greece. The platform aggregates restaurant options, making it easy for users to find and enjoy their favorite dishes.

Airties

Series B in 2012
Founded in 2004, AirTies is a leading provider of Wi-Fi Mesh solutions, delivering advanced wireless technology to operators worldwide. The company specializes in designing and developing both software and hardware that facilitate the wireless streaming of Internet connections and high-definition video across multiple rooms and devices. AirTies offers a comprehensive range of products, including broadband Internet devices and Internet-based television set-top boxes, all aimed at enhancing wireless connectivity in homes. Its award-winning technology allows for seamless wireless integration, improved speeds, and extensive coverage throughout subscribers' residences. With an installed base of over 15 million devices globally, AirTies serves a diverse clientele that includes prominent operators such as Sky, Vodafone, Singtel, and Swisscom.