I started my professional career in 1992 at our family business, which focused on construction and contracting. Over time, I took on the role of Chairman of the Board in the company.

The year 1994 marked a turning point in my life: it was the year I met my wife, Dilek. We got married in 1995, and together, we have three children. Our eldest son, Mehmet Selim, was born in 1997, followed by our second son, Semih, in 2005, and our daughter, Beren, in 2011.

Sports have always been a big part of my life. I first got involved with handball during primary school and later discovered my passion for football, where I played as a goalkeeper. I represented my team at Trabzon High School and later played for Türk Ocağı Limasol Sports Club in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). My connection to sports has never wavered. I have also served as a board member for Trabzonspor Football Club, Trabzonspor Basketball Club, and Beylikdüzüspor Club.