Hi, I’m Furkan Birdal, a software engineering student and entrepreneur based in the Greater Toronto Area. I founded a wholesale distribution business, led sales, and managed logistics to deliver reliable products to restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, and specialty shops across the region. I’m passionate about building lasting client relationships, delivering on promises, and turning ideas into tangible results. While pursuing Software Engineering at York University, I enjoy applying hands-on engineering approaches to real-world problems. I participated in UN Hack 2022 and worked on hardware-software projects such as an automated plant watering system and an ultrasonic distance indicator. I’m driven by collaboration, continuous learning, and creating practical solutions that make a positive impact.…

Furkan Birdal

Hi, I’m Furkan Birdal, a software engineering student and entrepreneur based in the Greater Toronto Area. I founded a wholesale distribution business, led sales, and managed logistics to deliver reliable products to restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, and specialty shops across the region. I’m passionate about building lasting client relationships, delivering on promises, and turning ideas into tangible results. While pursuing Software Engineering at York University, I enjoy applying hands-on engineering approaches to real-world problems. I participated in UN Hack 2022 and worked on hardware-software projects such as an automated plant watering system and an ultrasonic distance indicator. I’m driven by collaboration, continuous learning, and creating practical solutions that make a positive impact.…

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Hi, I’m Furkan Birdal, a software engineering student and entrepreneur based in the Greater Toronto Area. I founded a wholesale distribution business, led sales, and managed logistics to deliver reliable products to restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, and specialty shops across the region. I’m passionate about building lasting client relationships, delivering on promises, and turning ideas into tangible results.

While pursuing Software Engineering at York University, I enjoy applying hands-on engineering approaches to real-world problems. I participated in UN Hack 2022 and worked on hardware-software projects such as an automated plant watering system and an ultrasonic distance indicator. I’m driven by collaboration, continuous learning, and creating practical solutions that make a positive impact.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Entrepreneurship Founder and Sales Manager
September 30, 2025 - October 8, 2025
Founded and managed a wholesale distribution business focusing on sweets, pastries, Dubai chocolates, and related products. Conducted direct outreach by visiting 200+ restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, and specialty shops to present and sell products, building a strong customer base. Negotiated sales agreements, generated and processed invoices, and maintained accurate financial records. Personally managed logistics, including order preparation, driving, and delivering products to customers across the GTA. Generated 250,000 CAD in revenue in 2024, while ensuring all operational expenses were paid on time. Built and maintained long-term client relationships through consistent communication, product education, and reliable service.
Founder & Sales Manager
September 1, 2025 - October 8, 2025
Established and managed a wholesale distribution business specializing in sweets, pastries, Dubai chocolates, and related products. Conducted direct outreach by visiting 200+ restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, and specialty shops to present and sell products, building a strong customer base. Negotiated sales agreements, generated invoices, and maintained accurate financial records. Personally managed logistics, including order preparation, driving, and delivering products to customers across the GTA. Generated 250,000 CAD in revenue in 2024, while ensuring all operational expenses were paid on time. Built and maintained long-term client relationships through consistent communication, product education, and reliable service.
Founder & Sales Manager at Self-employed
September 1, 2025 - October 8, 2025
Founded and managed a wholesale distribution business specializing in sweets, pastries, Dubai chocolates, and related products. Conducted direct outreach to 200+ restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, and specialty shops to present and sell products, built a strong customer base, negotiated sales agreements, generated and processed invoices, and maintained accurate financial records. Personally managed logistics, including order preparation, driving, and delivering products to customers across the GTA. Generated CAD 250,000 in revenue in 2024 and ensured all operational expenses were paid on time. Built and maintained long-term client relationships through consistent communication, product education, and reliable service.
Amazon Seller Assistant at Amazon
May 31, 2023 - October 8, 2025
Packaged and prepared 100+ orders daily. Sourced new products from online retailers to resell on Amazon. Addressed customer questions through the Amazon portal and resolved issues. Drove local procurement across the GTA and major cities to purchase goods. Obtained a G driving license.
Amazon Seller Assistant
May 1, 2023 - October 8, 2025
Packaged and prepared 100+ orders daily. Searched for and found new products in online retailers to resell on Amazon. Answered customer questions through the Amazon portal and resolved their problems. Obtained a G driving license and drove across the GTA and major cities to purchase goods.
Amazon Seller Assistant at Amazon
May 1, 2023 - October 8, 2025
Packaged and prepared 100+ orders daily, searched for and evaluated new products for resale on Amazon, and answered customer questions via the Amazon portal. Drove across the GTA and major cities to purchase goods and maintained excellent customer service.

Education

Software Engineering at York University
January 1, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Software Engineering at York University
January 1, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Bachelor's at York University
January 1, 2021 - October 8, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Wholesale & Distribution, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Education, Media & Entertainment