TRANSCEND:
OWN AI,
OWN YOUR FUTURE

11-13 NOVEMBER 2025
ISTANBUL, TÜRKİYE

  
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Organized by Europe Bridge, Greece and Türkiye Chapters

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OWN AI, OWN YOUR FUTURE

Istanbul is where Europe and Asia come together, a city that connects two continents and cultures. This time, it’s bringing EO’ers from around the world together to explore the power of Al.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Start your day rowing at sunrise on the historic waters of the Golden Horn, then dive into the future with top Al experts, inspiring speakers, and fellow entrepreneurs.
In the evening, wander through the streets of Istanbul, tasting its famous street food, and end the night immersed in the magic of the Shaman Dance.

This event is all about learning, connecting, and experiencing something unforgettable. With an exciting lineup of speakers, hands-on workshops, and thought-provoking discussions, you’ll discover how Al is changing leadership, marketing, sales, HR, and business operations.

Event Details

When:
11-13 Nov 2025

Where:
Istanbul, Turkey

Venue:
The Marmara Taksim Hotel

Hosted By:
EO Turkiye

Type of Event:
Cross Chapter Event Organized by Europe Bridge,
Greece, Türkiye.

Open to:
EO Members, SLPs, Accelerators, Key Execs & Chapter Staff

Event Contact:
EO Türkiye

Ticket Price:
890 EUR

The Available Total Ticket is 150.

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Agenda

DAY 1

11 November Tuesday

  • 19:00:
    Welcome Cocktail

Okra restaurant at the roof top of The Marmara Taksim Hotel

DAY 2

12 November Wednesday

  • 06:00-07:30:
    Rowing at the Golden Horn or Running from Taksim to Galata Tower Through Historical Istiklal Street
  • 07:30-09:00: Breakfast
  • 09:00-09:10: Dillon Jearey – Opening
  • 09:10-10:10: Nik Spirin
  • 10:10-11:10: Raj Goodman
  • 11:10-11:30: Break
  • 10:10-11:10: Raj Goodman
  • 13:00-14:00: Lunch
  • 14:00-15:00: Raj Goodman
  • 15:00-16:30: Nicole Donnelly
  • 16:30-16:50: Break
  • 16:50-18:30: Tim Çakır
  • 18:30-19:30: Free Time
  • 19:30-21:30
    Street Food Tasting and Walking
  • 21:30-02:00
    Optional Bosphorus Party @Litera Teracce
    Ticket: 100 EUR
    100 EUR Early Bird until November 5 (LIMITED availability!)
    150 EUR as of November 6
DAY 3

13 November Thursday

  • 07:00-08:00
    Yoga at the Rooftop with the scenery of Bosphorus
  • 07:30-09:00: Breakfast
  • 09:00-09:05: Dillon Jearey – Opening
  • 09:00-10:30: Dillon Jearey
  • 10:30-11:20: Ahmet Goker
  • 11:20-11:40: Break
  • 11:40-12:30: Dillon Jearey Closing Remarks 
  • 12:30-13:30: Coffee & Networking

Workshop Contents

Most companies already use AI in their products and processes, yet only a few capture its full potential. To achieve meaningful ROI, AI must evolve from isolated projects to a unified enterprise AI strategy spanning data, infrastructure, operations, talent, and culture. In this keynote, we introduce The AI Factory Way – a practical blueprint for scaling intelligence across the organization and achieving operational excellence. You’ll learn how to identify high-impact opportunities, eliminate process bottlenecks, and deliver fast results through focused MVPs. We’ll discuss how to define success metrics, select and evaluate models, and choose the right deployment path. You’ll see how leading companies maximize performance through software-hardware co-optimization, improve accuracy with model fine-tuning, reasoning, in-context learning and RAG; how they combine multiple models into agentic AI workflows; and how they scale efficiently with disaggregated serving and caching. Finally, we’ll look ahead to the trends reshaping AI – multimodality, physical and edge AI, synthetic data generation, and AI for security. You’ll leave with a clear, actionable framework to move beyond incremental adoption and build scalable, enduring advantage.

Dillon Jearey pushes beyond topical and trending conversations about AI to explore the unsettling and deeply personal frontiers where artificial intelligence meets our most intimate relationships. What happens when AI companions become lovers, confidants, or even parenting partners? How do we redefine infidelity when emotions and desires are fulfilled by algorithms? Dillon confronts these powerful questions head on, using compelling real world stories and future scenarios to challenge and inspire attendees to reconsider what deep meaningful connection truly means. Thought provoking, unsettling, bold, and profoundly insightful, this talk will not only spark fierce debate but also leave the audience deeply reflective about their values, relationships, and the humanity they choose to cultivate in an increasingly AI driven world.

Agentic Al-First Mindset™️ Training – Future-Proof Your Business
– Learn the AI-First Framework to prepare your company for the next 5+ years.
– See how AI-enabled workflows & agents cut costs, save time, and unlock growth.
– Walk away with practical, ready-to-use applications for sales, ops, HR, finance, and more.
– Discover how to stay ahead of disruption—because in 3–4 years, companies that don’t act will lose both roles and competitiveness.
– Build confidence to lead your team into the AI era with clarity and momentum.

AI isn’t just another tool in your tech stack, it belongs in your org chart. But here’s the hard truth: according to a recent MIT report (“The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025”), 95% of GenAI (generative AI) pilots in companies fail to deliver measurable returns, usually because they’re disconnected from existing workflows, lack accountability, or aren’t set up for scale. In my upcoming talk, I’ll show you how to move from being part of that 95% to the rare few who succeed. Embed AI into your sales and marketing teams so it delivers real revenue, not just hype.

This isn’t theory. I’ll share real case studies from our clients. You’ll see what’s worked, what flopped, and why. You’ll walk away with a clear framework for applying AI in ways that stick: choosing the right use-cases, aligning your team, training for actual adoption, integrating AI into routines instead of treating it as a side project. If you want to stop experimenting and start scaling real results, this is the talk to attend. Register now, and learn how to be in the 5%.

Join us for an electrifying session where you’ll discover the exact blueprint that’s helping companies achieve 10x productivity gains through AI transformation. In this high-energy talk, you’ll learn the 5 critical components every organization needs to become AI-First – and why missing even ONE of them guarantees failure.

Walk away with:
– A proven framework to eliminate AI adoption anxiety in your team
– The #1 mistake that causes 87% of AI initiatives to fail (and how to avoid it)
– Real-world case studies of companies that went from AI-skeptic to AI-dominant
– Your personalized 90-day AI transformation roadmap

Whether you’re just starting or already experimenting with AI, this blueprint will accelerate your journey and help you leapfrog the competition.

In this practical, hands-on workshop, we’ll demonstrate how AI voice agents can remove bottlenecks, streamline recurring conversations, and improve performance across sales, support, booking, and operations workflows. Rather than theory or hype, we’ll guide you through building a fully functional voice agent step-by-step—no coding required.
You’ll identify a high-friction interaction in your own business, structure it into a clear call flow, connect a small knowledge source, tune tone and behavior, and test the agent live with near real-time responsiveness. We’ll also cover the key performance metrics that matter, rollout strategies for small pilots, and how to evaluate quality and escalation paths responsibly.
You’ll leave with a working voice agent, a KPI reference sheet, and a clear plan to validate impact within your organization immediately after the session.

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11 November
TUESDAY

12 November
WEDNESDAY

13 November
THURSDAY

14 November
FRIDAY

MORNING

HISTORICAL BALAT TOUR & GLASSWORKS WORKSHOP
Time: 10:00-13.00
Price: 350 EUR/Person
ONLY FOR SLPs

AFTERNOON

TURKISH HAMMAM EXPERIENCE
Time: 15:00 – 17:00
Price: 300 EUR/person
Open to ALL Participants

MUSEUMS TOUR 
Time: 13:00-17:00
Price: 135  EUR/Person
ONLY FOR SLPs

TURKISH HAMMAM EXPERIENCE
Time: 15:00 – 17:00
Price: 300 EUR/person
Open to ALL Participants

TURKISH HAMMAM EXPERIENCE
Time: 15:00 – 17:00
Price: 300 EUR/person
Open to ALL Participants

MALLS VISIT
Time: 14:00-17:00
Price: 115  EUR/Person
ONLY FOR SLPs

OLD CITY TOUR including GRAND BAZAAR TOUR
Time: 14:00-19:00
Price: 300 EUR/person
Open to ALL Participants

BOSPHORUS BOAT TOUR
Time: 16:00-18:00
Price: 165 EUR /person
Open to ALL Participants

Featured Speakers

Dr. Nik Spirin

Director of Generative AI & MLOps, NVIDIA

The AI Factory Way

How to Achieve Operational Excellence at Scale

Nik Spirin is a hands-on technology leader and Ph.D. with over 15 years of experience applying AI/ML to drive business results as a startup founder, executive, consultant, and adviser. He is currently the director at NVIDIA working on generative AI and MLOps. In the past, he worked with Fortune 500 corporations and venture capital-funded startups on AI strategies, products, and platforms, and built high-performance AI organizations up from zero multiple times.

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Dillon Jearey

Global Facilitator & AI Trainer

Love, Lies & Algorithms:

Redefining Human Connection in the AI Age

Dillon Jearey is an experienced global facilitator, MC, and AI trainer known for creating engaging, insightful experiences that help people connect with technology in meaningful ways. With a background in strategy from Harvard Business School, Dillon combines practical business insights with accessible AI training, guiding teams and leaders to embrace digital innovation confidently.
Dillon specialises in AI workshops, custom GPT development, and strategic facilitation, supporting organisations in their journey towards effective AI integration. Approachable and authentic, Dillon ensures every session is high energy, enjoyable, relevant, and actionable, making complex ideas clear and accessible for all participants.

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Raj Goodman Anand

Founder and CEO of Al-First Mindset®️

Future-Proof Your Ops

& Strategy with AI Agents

Raj Goodman Anand is passionate about AI and is a well-known name in the marketing and
tech world. He is the founder and CEO of Goodman Lantern, a B2B Content Marketing Agency
that works with innovative clients across five continents. His company stands out for supporting
women, with 70% of the team being female. Raj’s expertise comes from his engineering studies
and his deep dive into AI through a PhD program, showing his commitment to the area.
As a visionary entrepreneur, Raj has successfully founded and scaled multiple startups. He’s the
brain behind GoPinLeads, an AI-powered tool revolutionizing lead generation. His latest
venture, ClimbCode, promises to further disrupt the AI startup ecosystem with cutting-edge
solutions.
 
Raj’s ventures are characterized by innovation and success, generating substantial revenue and
attracting notable acquisitions. His contributions to the industry have not gone unrecognized,
earning him the title of BusinessWeek’s Europe’s Young Entrepreneur (2007) and a spot in
Revolution Magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in Digital (2009).
Beyond business success, Raj is an investor in Fathom AI, underscoring his commitment to
advancing AI technology. His thought leadership extends to authoring ‘The AI Era: Adapting &
Thriving’, a comprehensive e-book delving into AI’s transformative power in modern business.
A sought-after speaker, Raj has graced stages at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, the
British Library, and LSE, sharing his insights on AI’s evolving role. His work and thought
leadership have been featured in The Telegraph, Guardian, BusinessWeek, and Observer.

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Nicole Donnelly

AI Speaker, Consultant, and Educator

AI Secrets for Entrepreneurs:

Smarter Sales & Marketing in Half the Time

A seasoned entrepreneur, AI adoption specialist, and sought-after speaker dedicated to helping businesses confidently integrate AI to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and future-proof their operations. With nearly two decades of experience in business leadership and innovation, she simplifies AI for executives and teams, ensuring they leverage AI without the overwhelm.

Nicole delivers keynote speeches, hands-on workshops, and AI consulting, guiding businesses through practical, results-driven AI adoption strategies. Her expertise has helped companies save 25-80% of time on tedious tasks, upskill teams, and stay competitive in an AI-driven world.Whether you’re looking to understand AI, implement automation, or build a scalable AI strategy, Nicole is the trusted guide who makes AI approachable, actionable, and impactful.

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Tim Çakır

Chief AI Officer, AI Operator

The AI-First Revolution:

How to Transform Your Company Before Your Competition Does?

Tim Cakir is the Founder and Chief AI Officer of AI Operator, an AI Transformation Partner helping founder-led businesses move fast, work smarter, and scale with AI.
Tim’s known for cutting through the hype and delivering real results — building custom AI workstations, driving automation, and training teams to think AI-first. With a no-fluff approach and a background spanning marketing, operations, and sound engineering, Tim helps companies go from AI-curious to AI-powered.

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Ahmet Göker & Çağrı Torun

DUX Consulting

Reduce Friction, Increase Performance:

AI Voice Agents That Work

Ahmet Göker is an entrepreneur and technology leader with over 15 years of experience in the tech and business innovation space. A graduate of Koç University with a degree in Computer Engineering, Ahmet began his career in software development and digital marketing, later collaborating with more than 1,000 brands, from public institutions to global corporations.
Throughout his entrepreneurial journey, he has focused on creating technology-driven solutions across various industries. As the founder of DUX8, he accelerates AI transformation for businesses; with HeyHotel, he is redefining hotel customer relations through voice and text-based AI assistants; and with Marka Kod, he provides strategy, content, and marketing solutions to brands. His expertise in AI strategy is reinforced by
completing AI Essentials for Business at Harvard Business School Online and earning the Certified Artificial Intelligence Consultant (CAIC™) credential from the United States Artificial Intelligence Institute.
Ahmet views technology not merely as a tool, but as a strategic lever for driving sustainable growth and efficiency in business. Today, he continues to share his experience through his ventures and consultancy work, helping organizations turn innovation into tangible results.

Çağrı Torun is an entrepreneur and AI / growth strategist who helps leadership teams turn AI into measurable business results. He has founded and scaled multiple e-commerce and SaaS ventures with three successful exits. Today, as a Partner at Dux Consulting, he works with executives to identify high-ROI AI use cases, launch real pilots, and build the operating models to scale responsibly.
He holds an MBA from İstanbul Bilgi University and a BSc in Actuarial Science from Hacettepe University, and is a Certified Artificial Intelligence Consultant (CAIC™️). Based in Istanbul and working globally, he is known for translating complex AI topics into clear, actionable decisions.

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