About Us

About Us – Turkish Artificial Intelligence Initiative (TRAI)

 Welcome to the Turkish Artificial Intelligence Initiative (TRAI), a pioneering force since 2017, committed to propelling Turkey and the world into a future shaped by the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI). At TRAI, our mission transcends beyond national boundaries, aiming to cultivate a global AI ecosystem characterized by innovation, collaboration, and unparalleled competitiveness.

From the outset, TRAI has been at the forefront of enhancing AI awareness and development within Turkey, hosting an array of events and programs that have directly engaged with tens of thousands of individuals. Our initiatives, ranging from Turkey’s largest AI summit to regular monthly meetups, are designed to foster an inclusive community, facilitate knowledge exchange, and showcase the groundbreaking work of entrepreneurs and companies to a global audience.

We pride ourselves on being a nexus for collaboration, offering platforms that empower stakeholders to expand their networks, forge international partnerships, and drive progress. Our consulting, training, and research activities are tailored to nurture organizations and individuals poised to leverage AI’s potential fully. In partnership with academic institutions, we enrich both theoretical understanding and practical application, while our close ties with the private sector accelerate AI’s integration into industry practices.

Our global vision, “TRAI Goes Global,” underscores our commitment to extending Turkey’s innovative and competitive AI endeavors onto the world stage. We aim to foster sustainable and constructive partnerships with AI ecosystems worldwide, embracing a mindset that values technological advancement as much as the social and economic benefits it can bring.

As we continue our journey, TRAI represents not just Turkey’s ambition but a collective aspiration to shape the future of AI with a global vision. We invite global partners to join us in this endeavor, to collaborate, innovate, and together, harness the full potential of artificial intelligence for a brighter, more interconnected world.

Join us in shaping the future of AI. Be part of the Turkish Artificial Intelligence Initiative.

Our Objectives

Awareness
To contribute to the formation of a conscious society about the importance, opportunities and threats of artificial intelligence and its application potential in all fields.
Capacity
To contribute to the formation of competent people and institutions in all fields of artificial intelligence in our country, and encourage cooperation between individuals and institutions to increase knowledge and experience sharing.
Commercialization
To ensure that the activities in the field of artificial intelligence turn into employment, high added value and sustainable development in our country.
Ethic
With the development of artificial intelligence, to identify possible risks and threats, to create awareness on this issue, to contribute to the elimination of risks, if possible, and to develop the necessary legislation and rules.

TRAI Advisory Boards

The Turkish Artificial Intelligence Initiative is a multi-stakeholder organisation with broad participation, believing in open communication and sharing. For this reason, it has included all stakeholders of the subject in its processes since the day it was first established. The Turkish Artificial Intelligence Initiative has three Advisory Boards and an Investor Committee: The Advisory Board and the Investor Committee guide TRAI’s work. They contribute to the determination of the goals, objectives, and priorities of the TRAI team. Members of these boards represent TRAI in their own environment and work. Members of these committees contribute to the gathering of AI-related issues and stakeholders aiming for the development of the artificial intelligence ecosystem.

TRAI Team

Halil Aksu
Halil Aksu

TRAI Founder

Can Sinemli
Can Sinemli

TRAI Director

Emre Özcan
Emre Özcan

Board Member

Betül Kübra Ekinci
Betül Kübra Ekinci

TRAI Ecosystem Orchestrator

Esin Özkan
Esin Özkan

TRAI Academy Director

Atilla Yardımcı
Atilla Yardımcı

TRAI Academy Coordinator

Roksan Kaspi
Roksan Kaspi

Senior Consultant

Yasin Demirkaya
Yasin Demirkaya

Digital Media & Communications Lead

Mine Gürleyen
Mine Gürleyen

Member Relations Specialist

Elif Doğa Benakay
Elif Doğa Benakay

Ecosystem Builder

Alper Akça
Alper Akça

TRAI Academy Coordinator