Aylin is a commercial photographer with a strong background in business and finance, blending creativity with strategic thinking. Specializing in weddings, events, newborn, portrait, product, architectural, and landscape photography, she has worked with Mom365, capturing newborns in hospital settings, and Orion Photo Group, photographing weddings and special events. She also volunteers as a photographer for the City of McKinney.
Her career began in finance and management, where she developed expertise in business operations, client relations, and strategic planning. As Major Account Manager at Esbank in Istanbul, she managed high-value clients like Toyota and Colgate, increasing her portfolio by 150% annually. Later, as Treasurer of the Florida Turkish American Association, she expanded fundraising efforts, grew membership, and managed financial planning for a 500+ member organization. She also worked in insurance and financial services with Farmers Insurance, assisting clients with financial planning and risk management.
Community engagement has always been a priority for Aylin. She has served on multiple Turkish association boards, including the Turkish American Student Association of Virginia Tech, Florida Turkish American Association (Treasurer), and TURANT, the Turkish American Association of North Texas (President). Additionally, she is one of the founders and the Treasurer of TAVPA, the Turkish American Visual and Performing Arts organization.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Turkish (native), Aylin excels in relationship-building, negotiation, and project management. With an MBA in Finance from Virginia Tech and a Commercial Photography certification from Collin College, she combines artistic excellence with business acumen, ensuring impactful results in both creative and commercial endeavors.