Meet your LEADERSHIP team...

Founded by industry experts with over two decades of experience, each founder bringing their own area of expertise to ensure partner success trickles down from the top, embedding it into every area of the organisation.

With experience gained from complementary industries such as hospitality, health, medical and well-being as well as tech startups, you can rest assured that you're in safe hands - together... WE ARE COGNITA

Meet your LEADERSHIP team...

Founded by industry experts with over two decades of experience, each founder bringing their own area of expertise to ensure partner success trickles down from the top, embedding it into every area of the organisation.

With experience gained from complementary industries such as hospitality, health, medical and well-being as well as tech startups, you can rest assured that you're in safe hands - together... WE ARE COGNITA
 

Meet Sarah

Sarah

Head of Operations & Co-Founder
Bringing a wealth of knowledge and industry expertise to Cognita, Sarah leads the charge in revolutionizing the healthcare industry as the Head of Operations and Quality, empowering clients and partners to take control of their businesses.

A highly qualified and accomplished professional in the field of hotel and tourism management and a true professional in dealing with supply chain management, Sarah brings a unique perspective, having spent over a decade working for TUI in various positions including years as Quality Manager. A graduate of hotel and tourism management, Sarah further advanced her skills by obtaining a degree in management science, majoring in supply chain management from Vienna University of Economics.

In her spare time, Sarah loves exploring the beautiful nature of the country with her beloved dog, Gloria and enjoys the thrill of kitesurfing.
Meet Emre

Emre

Head of Sales & Co-Founder
An experienced professional with a degree in Civil Engineering from Istanbul Technical University and an MBA from Istanbul Bilgi University, Emre has had a diverse career journey. With over 15 years of experience in the finance and banking industry, Emre has honed his analytical approach and mastered the art of scaling executive-level complex finance and sales operations while also successfully running a medical tourism company through the uncertainty of the pandemic and has a deep understanding of all aspects of the industry, from marketing and sales to operations and 3rd party management.

Co-founding Cognita, Emre lends his expertise and experience to help clients make their lives and businesses more manageable, profitable and ultimately more successful.
Meet Jay

Sertan

Head of Digital Marketing & Co-Founder
With over 20 years in web and online, Sertan has seen huge shifts in the digital landscape during his time and never ceases to be amazed at the next upcoming trend and has seen it all, from the introduction of rich media to the use of AI, he's constantly on a mission to change and adapt technology for the greater good of his clients! With multiple awards under his belt for both himself as well as the agencies and partners he represents, you can always be assured that your brand's digital strategy will be at the forefront of digital marketing.

While not fighting for even more digital real-estate and greater online visibility for his clients and partners, Sertan enjoys spending time with his family and can often be found standing at the sidelines of sports pitches watching his kids or out and about with super-pooch Mischa.
Meet Gloria

Gloria

Head of Wellness
Our beloved office pet, at 12 years old, Gloria is a mixed breed with a heartwarming story. Born to a street dog, she was fortunate enough to find a loving home having been rescued by Sarah. The two have been inseparable ever since!

Gloria is a hardworking member of the Cognita team, dedicated to collecting pets and treats from her colleagues. She can be found in the office every day, spreading love and joy to everyone around.