Cankut Durgun

Angel Investor Istanbul Province, Turkey ·Founded 2018

Overview

An angel investor and entrepreneur based in Istanbul, Turkey, with a diverse portfolio across various industries and stages. He co-founded Marti Technologies in 2018, a leading mobility super app in Turkey, and has been instrumental in its growth and public listing on the NYSE in July 2023. Prior to Marti, he co-founded Aslanoba Capital and Romulus Capital, focusing on early-stage technology investments in the US and Turkey. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovative startups across multiple sectors, including technology, e-commerce, mobility, and consumer goods. He has a track record of successful investments, achieving a 3X realized return in several IPOs. His approach combines strategic guidance with operational support to foster growth and scalability in portfolio companies. He holds an MBA from Stanford University and a BS in Economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, equipping him with a strong foundation in business and economics to inform his investment decisions.

Investment Focus

  • Innovative business models
  • Scalable growth potential
  • Strong founding teams
  • Clear market differentiation
  • Operational excellence

Portfolio Companies

KapGelModanisaBuldumBuldumRinseAidinZETArthenaBetterCompanyPlacesterBreezeGyftNaytevtheTapLabVivense Home LivingE la CarteSTRATIMCrocodocSopsyNearbuymeWebrazzi

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Frequently asked questions about Cankut Durgun

What sectors does Cankut Durgun invest in?

Cankut Durgun invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Media, and is based in Istanbul Province, Turkey. Cankut Durgun is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Cankut Durgun invest at?

Cankut Durgun backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 100K - 2M.

Which regions does Cankut Durgun invest in?

Cankut Durgun invests across United States and Turkey.

What companies has Cankut Durgun invested in?

Cankut Durgun's portfolio includes KapGel, Modanisa, BuldumBuldum, Rinse, Aidin, ZET, Arthena and BetterCompany.

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