Enabling Dreams, Empowering Ventures
Meet The Team
Mevlüt Diri
Co-Founder
Meet Mevlüt, one of BrisQ's co-founders. With over a decade of invaluable experience in the banking industry, Mevlüt brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. As a seasoned financial advisor, he has honed his skills in financial modeling, financial structuring, and equity capital markets. His deep understanding of the intricate workings of the financial world allows him to guide start-ups and scale-ups towards optimal financial strategies and sustainable growth. With his guidance, you can trust that your company's financial future is in capable hands.
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Professional Experience
As of Jan. 2023: Co-Founder BrisQ
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2019-2023: Vice President Equity Capital Markets at ING Bank
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2014-2019: Senior Associate Capital Structuring and Advisory at ABN AMRO
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Karan Bagai
Co-Founder
With nearly 15 years of diverse global experience, Karan brings a unique perspective to the table. Having worked in Canada, India, and the Netherlands, he possesses a deep understanding of the international financial landscape. From investment banking (M&A) to corporate finance (FP&A), Karan's expertise spans across sectors and industries. His extensive network, forged through his experiences, adds immense value to his professional repertoire. Karan holds a BCom from the prestigious University of Windsor, an MBA from Rotterdam School of Management, and is a CFA Charterholder.
Zehra Kazel
Co-Founder
With a passion for empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Zehra brings a wealth of experience in guiding businesses to establish robust and well-structured finance functions. As a successful entrepreneur herself, she understands the unique challenges faced by fellow business owners. What sets Zehra apart is her dedication to supporting underbanked entrepreneurs, with a particular focus on women-led companies. She firmly believes in the transformative power of financial empowerment and strives to level the playing field for those who may face barriers