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Founder & Owner | Aviara Canvas (Etsy Shop)
Nov 2025 – Present
Founded and manage an Etsy shop specializing in AI-assisted framed canvas designs using a Print-on-Demand (POD) model
Created and optimized digital artwork and product listings to align with market trends and customer preferences
Achieved 13 sales within the first 4 months of launch through organic growth and product optimization
Managed end-to-end operations including product design, listing creation, customer communication, and order coordination
Continuously improved product offerings based on customer feedback and performance insights
Experience Level
Expert
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Language
English
Advanced
German
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Work Experience
Founder & Owner at Aviara Canvas (Etsy Shop)
August 1, 2025 - PresentFounded and managed an Etsy shop offering AI-assisted framed canvas designs using a Print-on-Demand (POD) model. Created and optimized digital artwork and product listings to align with market trends and customer preferences. Achieved 13 sales within the first four months of launch, leveraging organic growth and product optimization. Managed end-to-end operations including product design, listing creation, customer communication, and order coordination, and continually improved offerings based on feedback and performance insights.
Customer Operations/Compliance Specialist at Qonto (via Procat)
February 1, 2026 - PresentHandled banking processes such as account seizures, garnishments, and unblocking in line with regulations. Resolved customer issues related to Strong Customer Authentication (SCA), account security, and technical settings. Supported onboarding of business clients, including document checks and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) cases. Worked closely with legal and technical teams to solve complex customer cases and escalations. Communicated with customers in German, providing clear and professional support.
Sales Representative at Lavien Clinic
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026Getting in touch and correspondence with mainly European patients with regard to aesthetic surgery options in German and English. Providing information about the desired surgery types that the patient would like to undergo. Selling of aesthetic surgery or surgery combinations along with hotel stay and transfer service as a package. Organisation of VIP transfer service for the patient between airport, hotel, hospital and practice. Performing interpretation and translation tasks between the hospital staff and the patient before the surgery.
Quantitative Algorithmic Trader at Self Employed
June 1, 2012 - September 1, 2024Developed and optimized trading algorithms in MQL (MetaQuotes Language, based on C++), conducting extensive backtesting on 10 years of historical data to ensure high accuracy and performance. Designed robust systems for market trend analysis and trading performance optimization, leading to increased profitability and reduced risk exposure. Built, tested, and refined complex adaptive models to respond dynamically to varying market conditions.
Jewellery Manufacturing Manager at Arte Gems Ltd. Sti.
August 1, 2007 - July 1, 2024Led the entire product design and manufacturing process, from concept to final production, overseeing cross-functional teams in design, casting, machining, and plating. Evaluated and selected jewelry design sketches for pre-production, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer demands. Participated in international exhibitions (Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar), increasing market exposure and driving new client acquisition. Managed digital marketing strategies, including website design, social media, and product catalog creation. Organized operations and reduced production costs through process optimization and effective team leadership.
Order Manager at Siemens
April 1, 2006 - August 1, 2007Conducted pre-analysis and evaluation of power transmission switchboard orders, collaborating with both domestic and international customers to finalize requirements. Created manufacturing release documentation and managed orders through SAP. Managed supplier relationships and procurement processes, ensuring quality materials for manufacturing and adherence to budget constraints. Oversaw manufacturing stages, coordinated final inspections with customers, and ensured timely delivery of switchboards. Reduced operational costs through effective order and supplier management strategies.
Structural Analysis Engineer at Aselsan
January 1, 2000 - April 1, 2006Evaluated orders placed by SSM (Undersecretariat of Defense Industries) with regard to mechanical design and mechanical phenomena such as structural strength, vibration and fatigue. Performed computational strength, vibration, and fatigue analysis on critical military aircraft components to ensure safety and reliability under extreme conditions. Led 3D design and analysis of adaptation parts for military aircraft, optimizing performance under g-forces and vibrational loads. Improved the structural integrity of adaptation parts through advanced computational analysis and modal studies.
Product Development Engineer at Robert Bosch
May 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Modified diesel motor injector designs based on customer specifications, reducing design lead times. Created comprehensive documentation to support the transition from prototype to serial production.
Design Engineer at Precision Machining Lab., University of Bremen
February 1, 1998 - May 1, 1998Designed and developed an adjustable industrial diamond holder for polishing machines, improving the precision of experimental processes.
Research Assistant at Daimler-Benz Aerospace Airbus
April 1, 1997 - November 1, 1997Conducted strength analysis on flap and spoiler mechanisms, contributing to the development of adaptive wing concepts that optimize aerodynamics under different flight conditions.
Founder & Owner at Aviara Canvas
August 1, 2025 - PresentFounded and manage an Etsy shop specializing in AI-assisted framed canvas designs using a Print-on-Demand (POD) model; created and optimized digital artwork and product listings to align with market trends and customer preferences; achieved initial sales and managed end-to-end operations including product design, listing creation, customer communication, and order coordination; continuously improved product offerings based on customer feedback and performance insights.
Education
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Aachen Technical University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Middle East Technical University
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1993Master of Mechanical Engineering at Aachen Technical University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Middle East Technical University
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1993Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Government, Financial Services
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
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