EFE GUNES
Summary
A highly driven entrepreneur and strategic leader with a unique blend of commercial hospitality management, software development, and civic engagement experience. Possesses a deep understanding of financial markets, forex, and cryptocurrency trading, culminating in the independent development and launch of a live FinTech application, TradeHabits AI. Backed by foundational business acumen gained from grassroots experience in a large-scale multinational family restaurant chain, and currently operating an independent cafe in the UK. Demonstrated exceptional leadership and organizational capabilities through rapid progression in local politics, successfully managing high-stakes public relations and operational strategies. Disciplined and resilient, leveraging long-term dedication to martial arts and physical fitness alongside real-world business execution to excel in a rigorous undergraduate degree program.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Owner & Operator
Independent Cafe
Hebden Bridge
2026.01 - 2026.06
- Successfully established and currently managing an independent cafe venture, taking full responsibility for daily operations, financial planning, and business strategy.
- Applying years of grassroots hospitality experience to independently build a local customer base, manage inventory, and optimize service efficiency outside of the family business structure.
Founder & Product Developer
TradeHabits AI
2026.01 - 2026.06
- Conceptualized, developed, and successfully launched a live mobile application designed to provide advanced market analysis, 'whale alerts,' and expert advice for Crypto and Forex traders.
- Leveraged deep personal expertise in financial markets, technical analysis, and account management to build logic and features that deliver real-time trading signals.
- Integrated complex technologies, including automated Telegram data scraping (Python) and advanced multimodal AI models (OpenAI/Gemini APIs), demonstrating strong foundational software development skills and innovative problem-solving.
Deputy President & Head of Political and Legal Affairs
AK Party (Ataşehir District Branch)
Istanbul
2023.11 - 2026.06
- Demonstrated rapid advancement and exceptional leadership capabilities by progressing through multiple executive roles within a major political district branch at a young age.
- Key Leadership Trajectory:
- Deputy President & Head of Political and Legal Affairs: Jan 2026 – Present
- President of Youth Branches: Sep 2025 – Jan 2026
- Deputy President & Head of Political and Legal Affairs: Early 2025 – Sep 2025
- Vice President & Head of Economic and Financial Affairs: Late 2024 – Early 2025
- Board Member (Election Preparation Taskforce): Nov 2023 – Late 2024
- Program & Event Management: Successfully spearheaded and coordinated numerous high-profile political, civic, and community programs.
- Public Relations & Diplomacy: Acted as a primary liaison and key organizer for events involving high-ranking state officials, Cabinet Ministers, and Members of Parliament, requiring high-level diplomacy and operational excellence.
- Strategic Planning: Played a critical role in strategic planning, financial oversight, and legal affairs during intensive election preparation periods, showcasing strong crisis management and organizational skills.
Operations Associate
International Family-Owned Restaurant Chain
- 2026.01
- Developed comprehensive business insight by working from the ground up ('grassroots level') across all departments of a large-scale multinational enterprise boasting 55+ locations across more than 6 countries.
- Gained hands-on experience in areas ranging from customer relations and daily service operations to global supply chain management and international business development.
- Cultivated a strong work ethic, adaptability, and operational leadership skills from a young age within a highly dynamic, multinational corporate environment.
Education
High School Diploma - Intensive English Anatolian
Acarkent Doga College (IB World School)
Istanbul, TurkeySkills
- Financial & Market Analysis: Advanced Forex & Cryptocurrency Trading, Technical Market Analysis, Account & Portfolio Management
- Technology & Software: Basic Software Development, Python, Cross-Platform App Development (Expo), Firebase/Google Auth, Prompt Engineering, API Integration (OpenAI, Gemini)
- Business & Management: Entrepreneurship, Hospitality Operations, Multinational Enterprise Management, Financial Planning, Supply Chain Management
- Leadership & Strategy: Public Relations, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Political Operations, Diplomacy
- Languages: Turkish (Native), English (Advanced)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Martial Arts & Fitness (Muay Thai & Jiu-Jitsu): Active martial arts practitioner since the age of 14, combining intense Muay Thai training with Jiu-Jitsu and a consistent fitness routine. Cultivated peak physical conditioning, strategic thinking, mental resilience, and high personal discipline through diverse athletic pursuits. Martial Arts & Fitness (Muay Thai & Jiu-Jitsu): Active martial arts practitioner since the age of 14, combining intense Muay Thai training with Jiu-Jitsu and a consistent fitness routine. Cultivated peak physical conditioning, strategic thinking, mental resilience, and high personal discipline through diverse athletic pursuits.
Timeline
Owner & Operator
Independent Cafe
2026.01 - 2026.06
Founder & Product Developer
TradeHabits AI
2026.01 - 2026.06
Deputy President & Head of Political and Legal Affairs
AK Party (Ataşehir District Branch)
2023.11 - 2026.06
Operations Associate
International Family-Owned Restaurant Chain
- 2026.01
High School Diploma - Intensive English Anatolian
Acarkent Doga College (IB World School)