Early Life
Kazim Türker was born in 1954. He began his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 19 with a small clothing store in Ankara. This venture was the initial step in a career that would lead to significant wealth and influence in Turkey's business landscape.
Rise to Success
Türker's career evolved from retail to construction, marking his first major transition. He established Türkerler Holding, which grew into a diversified conglomerate with interests in construction, real estate, energy, and healthcare. A key moment in Türker's rise was his success in securing significant projects, including the Etlik City Hospital through a partnership with the Turkish government, with a total investment of $1.3 billion. Türkerler Holding also became a major player in Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects.
Key Business Strategies
A core strategy has been diversification. Türker expanded his business interests beyond construction into energy, real estate, and healthcare, creating a diversified portfolio that mitigated risks and increased opportunities. In the energy sector, Türkerler Holding owns hydroelectric, wind, and geothermal power plants with a total capacity of 534 MW. The company has also focused on renewable energy projects. Türker has also pursued strategic partnerships and acquisitions, and has expanded into real estate development with major projects like Mahall Bomonti in İzmir and Mahall in Ankara.
Philanthropy
While specific amounts are difficult to pinpoint, Türker's commitment to his country is evident, as he states that every investment made in the sectors Türkerler Holding operates in serves a bigger target.