Rana Tutcuoglu Appointed as General Manager of Sabanci Foundation
Rana Tutcuoglu, with over 25 years of experience, has been appointed as the general manager of the Sabanci Foundation. Nevgül Bilsel Safkan, who will hand over the duty, will continue as a consultant at the foundation.
A leadership change took place at the general manager position of the Sabanci Foundation, which provides significant support in the fields of civil society, culture, and arts in Turkey, and Rana Tutcuoglu was appointed to this role.
New Era at Sabanci Foundation
Rana Tutcuoglu, who has over 25 years of experience in philanthropy, the strengthening of civil society, strategy, and governance, has been appointed as the General Manager of the Sabanci Foundation.
The foundation continues to be the main supporter of many important cultural and artistic events such as the Turkey Youth Philharmonic Orchestra and the Ayvalik International Music Academy Festival.
Handover Process
Nevgül Bilsel Safkan, who has been serving as the general manager since 2018, will officially hand over the baton to Rana Tutcuoglu on September 14.
Following the leadership change, Nevgül Bilsel Safkan will continue her work with the title of Sabanci Foundation Board of Trustees Consultant.
Thanks from Güler Sabanci
Güler Sabancı, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Sabanci Foundation, evaluated the leadership change.
Güler Sabanci thanked Nevgül Bilsel Safkan for her efforts, dedication, and leadership towards the goal of a more equal and sustainable future, while wishing Rana Tutcuoğlu success in her new role.