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The Future Is Bright More Than Your Expectation

As far as I know, we, TurkofAmerica, are the only Turkish-American publication that having ranks for influential Turkish-American role models from women to young people, from doctors to lawyers. The 50 Most Influential Turkish-Americans and the 30 Most Influential Turkish-American Women lists were our latest ranks which we worked very hard to create. On this issue, we hope that you will enjoy to read, we have 40 most influential Turkish-American under 40 years old. From Silicon Valley to New York finance world, TURKOFAMERICA highlights the untold success stories of young leaders of American society.

July 12, 2017
Published in Our Writers
Written by Cemil Ozyurt

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How Chobani Won the Greek Yogurt War with Experiential Marketing

Ten years ago, Greek yogurt represented less than 1% of U.S. yogurt sales. Today, it's almost half of the total market. What changed? In a word, Chobani. Launched by Hamdi Ulukaya in 2007, the Idaho-based brand introduced Greek yogurt to the American palate. Chobani now controls 38% of the Greek category, significantly outpacing former heavyweights like Yoplait and Dannon. The man responsible for Chobani's rise, perhaps just as much as the brand's founder, is CMO Peter McGuinness. Hired in 2013, McGuinness saw that the Greek yogurt market had become oversaturated.

November 30, -0001
Published in Businessman
Written by Admin TOA

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The Failed Coup in Turkey: One Year Later With Virtual Reality Experience

The Global Policy Institute, (GPI) in cooperation with BAU International University and the July 15 Foundation will hold an event on July 12, 2017, titled: The Failed Coup in Turkey: One Year Later
Reflections by eye witnesses, Turkish and American Experts. The event will provide context about the July 15, 2016 failed coup and its aftermath. This discussion will be punctuated by important eye-witness accounts, combined with broader analysis provided by Turkish and American experts. After the panel, the audience will be able to have a "virtual reality" experience that will take them to the actual events of the night of the coup attempt.

July 11, 2017

The 50 Most Influential Turkish-Americans In the U.S.

Turk of America Magazine has selected the 50 Most Influentials Turkish Americans first time ever. The list is distinctive in that it identifies Turkish Americans who are innovative, courageous, and successful in their fields. The list highlights Turkish American entrepreneurs, corporate executives, social entrepreneurs, political and civil leaders.

October 20, 2015

40 Under 40 Most Influential Turkish-Americans

On March 17th was the third annual TOA Awards in New York City. TOA Awards was organized by TOA Consulting. Together with their Philanthropic Partner Turkish Philanthropy Funds, and event partners TAIK (Turkey US Business Council) and DEIK (Foreign Economic Relations Board) for the evening, TOA was able to shape an unforgettable event for the Turkish American community of not only New York, but also California, Washington DC and many other states.

March 17, 2017

30 The Most Influential Turkish-American Women

Turkish-American women have inspired millions of Americans and now, for the first time, TURKOFAMERICA has selected a list of the most influential Turkish-American Women. To decide on which illustrious women merited inclusion on the list, the TURKOFAMERICA team has read hundreds of resumes, searched hundreds of websites, and conducted numerous interviews. The list includes extraordinary entrepreneurs and visionary CEOS, celebrity role models and pioneer philanthropists who are transforming the world. At the gala, the participants will celebrate the International Women’s Day as well.

March 17, 2016

The July 15 Coup Attempt in Turkey: One Year On

THO and a distinguished panel of experts on July 13 for a new look at the July 15 coup attempt one year later and its ongoing impact on the U.S.-Turkey relationship as well as Turkey's regional outlook. Last year's failed coup attempt, carried out by a faction within the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK), took a considerable toll on the Turkish nation and created enormous domestic, regional, and international risks.

July 10, 2017
Published in Latest
Written by Admin TOA

Amid US-Turkey Tensions, US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson Meets Turkish Leaders

US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson held talks with Turkish leaders in Istanbul on issues ranging from Syria to last year's failed coup. After arriving from Ukraine, Tillerson met with his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu yesterday and later held talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, officials on both sides said. No statement was issued after the late night talks at the Istanbul residence of Erdogan by the Bosphorus. Tillerson, the former chief executive of energy giant Exxon Mobil, earlier addressed the opening ceremony of the World Petroleum Congress, notably mentioning the defeat of last year's failed coup against Erdogan.

July 10, 2017
Published in Politics
Written by Admin TOA

Eren Ozmen and Daron Acemoglu Honored by the Carnegie Corporation of New York

Turkish American businesswoman Eren Ozmen and Academician Prof Daron Acemoglu honored by the Carnegie Corporation of New York. The Corporation, established by Scottish immigrant Andrew Carnegie, thanks naturalized citizens who make America strong. Carnegie Corporation of New York, its board of trustees and staff, invite Americans to celebrate naturalized U.S. citizens with its annual Great Immigrants tribute. The philanthropic foundation today announced the 38 individuals who will be honored on the Fourth of July when the Corporation salutes the invaluable role that immigrants play in helping to advance our society, culture, and economy. Each year since 2006, the Corporation has recognized the contributions of naturalized citizens, and for 2017, the honorees represent more than 30 different countries of origin, a wide range of personal immigration stories, and a high level of professional leadership in numerous fields.

November 30, -0001
Published in Businessman
Written by Admin TOA

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The Number of Turkish People with Anti-American Sentiments Has Increased by 28 Percent

The number of Turkish people with anti-American sentiments has increased by 28 percent in just three years, a BBC poll showed on Wednesday. Experts have claimed that the U.S.'s stance on the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) and the PKK's Syrian affiliate, the People's Protection Units (YPG), in particular have been the triggering factors for the increasing bad feeling. According to the poll conducted by GlobalScan and the Program for Public Consultation (PPC) for the British broadcaster, the ratio of Turks that view the United States negatively stands at 64 percent, compared to 36 percent in 2014.

July 8, 2017
Published in Reports
Written by Admin TOA

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Miami commission votes to cut ties with Island Gardens developer Mehmet Bayraktar

In a blockbuster decision, the Miami City Commission wants to kill the deal with Flagstone Property Group to build a $1 billion mixed-use project on Watson Island. During a special meeting on Tuesday, commissioners voted 5-0 to declare the developer in default of a ground lease allowing Flagstone to build two hotels and a luxury mall with roughly 221,000-square-foot retail and restaurant space that would complement a megayacht marina completed in 2015.

June 1, 2017
Published in News
Written by Admin TOA

Izak Senbahar's Priciest Penthouse Is Sold for $48 Million

Four years after going into contract, a mystery buyer shelled out nearly $48 million for the priciest penthouse at Alexico Group

June 24, 2017
Published in Latest
Written by Admin TOA

Comodo Names Former White House CIO as Cyber Vice President

CLIFTON, NJ June 21, 2017 Comodo, a global innovator and developer of cybersecurity solutions and the worldwide leader in digital certificates, announced today the appointment of Carlos Solari as vice president of cyber security services.