I am a marketing strategist who designs and a designer who drives growth, and a lawyer who makes AI regulation accessible. With seven years navigating international law, competition law and emerging tech policy, I apply that rigor to brand strategy and product design. I have led cross-functional teams, conducted user research with B2B audiences, and delivered measurable growth through data-driven marketing strategies. I thrive at the intersection of design, policy, and business, turning complex ideas into clear, impactful experiences.

AYŞENUR KÖLGESİZ

I am a marketing strategist who designs and a designer who drives growth, and a lawyer who makes AI regulation accessible. With seven years navigating international law, competition law and emerging tech policy, I apply that rigor to brand strategy and product design. I have led cross-functional teams, conducted user research with B2B audiences, and delivered measurable growth through data-driven marketing strategies. I thrive at the intersection of design, policy, and business, turning complex ideas into clear, impactful experiences.

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I am a marketing strategist who designs and a designer who drives growth, and a lawyer who makes AI regulation accessible. With seven years navigating international law, competition law and emerging tech policy, I apply that rigor to brand strategy and product design.

I have led cross-functional teams, conducted user research with B2B audiences, and delivered measurable growth through data-driven marketing strategies. I thrive at the intersection of design, policy, and business, turning complex ideas into clear, impactful experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent

Work Experience

Growth Marketing Intern & Content Strategist at Amurabi SAS & FairPatterns (French Legal Design Firm & AI Startup)
October 1, 2024 - Present
Led integrated brand strategy and social media management for Fair Patterns and Amurabi (70/30 split), growing Fair Patterns' LinkedIn followers by 1,183% in 83 days, generating 24,893 impressions and 561 reactions. Coordinated cross-functional marketing initiatives with CEO, design, legal, and R&D teams to produce high-impact visual content and campaigns; drove a 542% increase in unique visitors and 462% rise in page views through content strategy and UX improvements in Figma. Developed weekly regulatory analysis (Fair Monday) tracking 20+ enforcement sources (FTC, GDPR, EU AI Act, DSA, DMA). Managed event marketing for Web Summit 2025 and FutureLaw 2026, coordinating outreach via Lemlist with GDPR compliance. Built relationships with privacy professionals and legal tech communities through LinkedIn; created sales enablement materials and optimized digital presence via SEO/GEO strategies using Semrush.
Contributor & Designer at Open Ethics Initiative
May 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinate research and content development for AI transparency frameworks and ethical design standards. Designed and delivered 'The Transparency Circle' workshop at Pirate Night Cologne, using tactile methodologies to translate abstract AI ethics concepts for diverse audiences.
Communication Designer – COMMS Team Member at Legal Design Summit 2025
April 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
As a volunteer Communications & Social Media team member, designed and executed integrated marketing and communications strategy for an international legal tech conference serving 500+ senior professionals. Drove 140% engagement growth and 43% audience growth through strategic LinkedIn & Instagram campaigns on legal innovation, AI in law, and regulatory technology. Managed content strategy including post planning, calendar development, and cross-platform distribution, establishing the summit as a key voice in legal innovation.
Infographic Team Lead, AI Working Group at Istanbul Bar Association IT Law Commission
December 1, 2024 - Present
Member since Dec 2024 focusing on monitoring EU Tech Law developments. Published research article in July 2025 on 'EU AI Act & Competition Law'. Infographic Team Leader since Sep 2025: Leading cross-functional team to translate complex AI regulations into accessible infographics for legal professionals through comprehensive legal design workflow.
Legal Associate & Research Assistant at Dr. Yerlikaya - Manzel & Dr. Manzel Law Firm
August 1, 2020 - September 30, 2024
Managed end-to-end project lifecycles for international business clients, coordinating cross-functional teams including external consultants, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders. Created client-facing communications materials translating complex regulatory requirements into accessible formats. Developed document management systems and communication frameworks for multi-stakeholder projects, improving accessibility and stakeholder alignment across German and European Union regulatory environments.
Growth Marketing Intern & Content Strategist at Amurabi SAS & FairPatterns
October 1, 2024 - Present
Led integrated brand strategy and social media management for Fair Patterns and Amurabi (70/30 split); grew Fair Patterns' LinkedIn followers by 1,183% (1,087 to 2,422) in 83 days; generated 24,893 impressions and 561 reactions; orchestrated cross-functional marketing with CEO, design, legal, and R&D; drove 542% increase in unique visitors and 462% surge in page views through content and UX design using Figma; developed weekly regulatory analysis 'Fair Monday' tracking 20+ enforcement sources (FTC, GDPR, EU AI Act, DSA, DMA); managed event marketing for Web Summit 2025 and FutureLaw 2026; created sales enablement materials; built SEO/GEO presence with Semrush.

Education

Master of Laws (LL.M.) in European & International Business, Competition & Regulatory Law at Freie Universität Berlin
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
UX/UI Design & Research Program (540 hours) at SPICED Academy, Berlin
October 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Design Thinking Meets AI at Hasso Plattner Institut
August 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026
Design Thinking Meets AI at Hasso Plattner Institut
August 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026
UX/UI Design & Research Program (540 hours) at SPICED Academy, Berlin
October 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Master of Law (LL.M.) in European & International Business, Competition & Regulatory Law at Freie Universität Berlin
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) at Istanbul Kültür University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

Bolt.new Designers Hackathon Winner
January 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026
Deep Tech Momentum Recognition
January 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026
Bolt.new Designers Hackathon Winner
January 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026
Deep Tech Momentum Recognition
January 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Education, Financial Services