FCI appoints Betül Kurtuluş as Deputy Secretary General

As part of its structured transitional planning, FCI announces the appointment of Betül Kurtuluş to be the Deputy Secretary General, effective 25 February 2026. Betül and Neal Harm will work together for a successful transition, and FCI will operate under the leadership of Betül effective 7 March 2026.

Betül Kurtuluş brings 34 years of industry experience across multiple areas of factoring and receivables finance. She joined FCI at the beginning of 2019 and has since held senior responsibilities within the organisation, most recently serving as Director of Business Development & Strategic Marketing, who played an essential role in strengthening member engagement, expanding strategic partnerships, and enhancing FCI’s global visibility and market positioning.

The transition follows a carefully structured succession process approved by the Executive Committee. Over recent years, Betül has been closely involved in strategic and operational management to ensure continuity, stability, and alignment with FCI’s long-term objectives. This structured transition safeguards institutional knowledge while preserving the financial and operational strength of FCI.

Under Betül’s leadership as Deputy Secretary General, FCI will be managed together with the Senior Leadership Team, including Aysen Çetintaş, Education Director, and Gert-Jan Baars, Director of Operations, ensuring the continued execution of its strategic priorities, dedicated service to its global membership, and the advancement of its mission to support international trade through receivables finance.

The Chairwoman commented: “The structured transition reflects the strength of our governance and our commitment to continuity. Betül brings strategic vision, deep industry expertise, and long-standing engagement with our membership. With the support of the Senior Leadership Team, we are confident that FCI will continue to grow and evolve in the next chapter.”

FCI remains committed to stability, growth, and service excellence as it enters this next phase of leadership.

Source: FCI