Bulent Cansever

Bulent Cansever

Head of Strategy at Bulent Cansever
London, United Kingdom

Mentorship Connection

Accepting requests from:
Idea/Concept stage Startup stage Growth stage Mature stage
Benefits

Regular 1-on-1 calls per agreement with mentor

Unlimited chat, email, or text within boundaries.

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About

I’m an experienced strategic partnerships and telecom executive with over 20 years in the industry, including senior roles at Vodafone Group and advisory work across EMEA. My focus areas include go-to-market strategy, digital transformation, revenue growth planning, and C-level stakeholder engagement.

As part of my commitment to giving back, I offer pro bono consultancy to startups, NGOs, accelerators, and nonprofits that need support with:

Telecom market strategy and commercial modeling

Digital product positioning and monetization plans

Partnership development and ecosystem mapping

Business development and C-level pitch readiness

Operational efficiency and transformation frameworks

I’m particularly interested in supporting organizations working on connectivity, digital inclusion, emerging markets, or tech-driven social impact. I’m available for short consultations or ongoing advisory roles and happy to tailor my support based on your needs.

Mentor type

Company builder Personal growth

Spoken languages

English Turkish

Topics

Business model Communication and Marketing Competition Growth Team

Geographic focus

Africa Americas Antarctica Region Asia Europe Oceania

Sectors

Accounting services Consumer non-durables Diversified services Enterprise software HR and recruitment Legal services Marketing and PR

Mentorship motivation

  • I am looking for new investments
  • I want to give back to the startup ecosystem and entrepreneurs coming up
  • I want to scout for new opportunities in engaging as an advisor or for a board seat

I’ve mentored senior managers, early-stage founders, and telco professionals across EMEA, helping them shape commercial strategies, refine investor and partner narratives, and navigate digital transformation. At Vodafone, I coached regional teams on market expansion, product adaptation, and C-level engagement. More recently, I’ve supported executives from MEA operators as an independent consultant, guiding them through GTM execution and partnership structuring. I bring a practical, no-nonsense approach focused on clarity, impact, and real-world outcomes.