NIL YABANLI

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I'm a brand partnerships specialist focused on shaping collaboration models and closing high-value deals in luxury, fashion, and lifestyle.

About

I’m a brand partnerships specialist focused on shaping collaboration models and closing high-value deals in luxury, fashion, and lifestyle. I translate creative briefs into structured commercial frameworks, lead negotiations, and nurture senior stakeholder relationships to deliver measurable business results.

I’m fluent in Japanese and French, bring experience from Tokyo to London, and have a hands-on background in editorial coordination, campaign production, and brand launches across design, hospitality, and media. I’m available immediately for short-term freelance engagements.

  • Joined April 2026

Languages

  • JapaneseAdvanced
  • FrenchAdvanced
  • TurkishFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • ItalianBeginner

Industry experience

  • Retail
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Other
  • Consumer Goods

Projects · 1

Work experience· 16 roles

Wholesale Manager · Climpson and SonsJun 2022 – Apr 2024 · 1 yr 11 mos

Built and managed the full commercial partnership pipeline as a solo operator, generating over £200k in wholesale revenue across 18 months and growing won accounts by 17%. Developed bespoke commercial proposals and budget frameworks for prospective partners weekly, translating brand positioning into deal structures that closed. Structured and closed commercial agreements with accounts across hospitality, retail, and lifestyle, improving conversion ratio by 22% and new account quality by 20%. Co-led a brand and marketing campaign grounded in consumer insight that delivered 885% ROAS within 12 months.

Wholesale Manager · Climpson and Sons, LondonJun 2022 – Apr 2024 · 1 yr 11 mos

Built and managed the full commercial partnership pipeline as a solo operator, generating over £200k in wholesale revenue across 18 months and growing won accounts by 17%. Developed bespoke proposals and budget frameworks, translating brand positioning into deal structures that closed. Structured and closed agreements with accounts across hospitality, retail, and lifestyle, improving conversion ratio and account quality. Co-led a brand and marketing campaign anchored in consumer insight that delivered 885% ROAS within 12 months.

Influencer Marketing Manager · Novo LondonSep 2020 – Dec 2020 · 4 mos

In-house role at a sustainable fashion brand. Owned influencer partnership outreach, placement, and campaign monitoring across Instagram and social channels. Managed content calendar and editorial strategy aligned to brand positioning and seasonal priorities.

Influencer Marketing Manager · Novo London, LondonSep 2020 – Dec 2020 · 4 mos
Founder / Brand Strategist · Sunday RoastJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos
Founder / Brand Strategist · Sunday Roast, LondonJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos
Creative Director · Teknomore RecordsJan 2017 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo
Creative Director · Teknomore Records, IstanbulJan 2017 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo

Education· 20

MA Visual Communication Design · Musashino Art University, Tokyo2030 – 2011
Postgraduate Scholarship (MEXT) · Japanese Government2007 – 2011
BA Public Relations and Publicity · Yeditepe University, Istanbul2030 – 2005
DALF Advanced Diploma in French · Lycée Français de Saint-Benoît, Istanbul2030 – 1998

Certifications and awards· 9

Negotiation Mastery2024 – 2026
Coffee Skills Program: Foundation2025 – 2026
Negotiation Mastery2024 – 2026
Coffee Skills Program: Foundation2025 – 2026

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