ABOUT
Mehmet Hilmi Manço, Chairman and CEO of Kiminvest A.Ş., Turkiye
Mehmet Hilmi Manço is a well-known Turkish businessman, born in Ankara, Turkiye. He originates from a family with Turkish, Albanian, and Lebanese heritage, which includes the legendary Turkish national icon Barış Manço.
Hilmi’s academic pursuits after attending high school at Şişli Terakki Lisesi in Istanbul, led him to several countries, including the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and the United States.
His academic training in Europe began at the Bell’s Schools of Cambridge, followed by A-level degree studies at Concord College in Shrewsbury. After receiving an Associate of Arts degree from Leysin American College, in Switzerland, Hilmi received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and Marketing from Eckerd College, in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Hilmi Manço presently serves as the Chairman and CEO of Kiminvest A.Ş., a prominent investment and partnership firm established in Istanbul in 1987, together with his father, Ahmet Manço. The company’s core business sectors encompass:
– Chemicals & Raw Materials: Introducing and distributing industrial chemical components, such as titanium dioxide and organic pigments, into the Turkish manufacturing market.
– Industrial Machinery & Plastics: Consulting on and facilitating the supply of specialized industrial equipment.
– Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics: Managing representation and distribution channels for foreign raw material suppliers.
– Textiles: Supplying raw textile materials to localized factories.
– Business Financing & Telecommunication: Offering advisory frameworks and financing solutions.
– Real Estate & Construction: Engaging in project consultation and commercial property investments.
Furthermore, Kiminvest provides specialized services, including market entry representation, government and private tenders, and strategic planning and consultancy.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Hilmi Manço joined his family’s Geneva-based trading company in the early 1980’s after completing his university education in the United States. For over a decade, he gained expertise in international trade, focusing on pharmaceutical, chemical, and industrial materials, while working with companies across Europe, Asia, and North America.
In 1990, Hilmi relocated to Türkiye and took the helm of Kiminvest, the firm he co-founded in Istanbul with his father. With his leadership Kiminvest expanded, securing distribution rights for international brands. Notably, Kiminvest represented the US multinational firm Kerr McGee, headquartered in Oklahoma (later known as Tronox). Hence, in 1987 began Kiminvest’s 25 years of successfully marketing Kerr McGee’s raw materials in Turkiye. Hilmi has also worked with firms based in Germany, the Netherlands, Taiwan, and Australia, thus expanding Kiminvest’s partnerships.
In the 1990s, Hilmi entered into Turkiye’s growing technology sector, supplying fiber optic cable manufacturers with USA-origin raw materials—a venture he pursued for 15 years. He also became active in the growing real estate sector by acquiring, renovating, and selling over 20 properties in Istanbul.
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*Kiminvest Can Be Your Strategic Partner in Türkiye focusing on:
Market analysis and research with
– Business planning and strategy
– Regulatory compliance and licensing
– Partner identification and networking
– Product launch and marketing support
At Kiminvest, we specialize in guiding and developing your business interests.
Our core services include:
– Market Entry and Expansion: We help introduce your products to the Turkish market, providing strategic guidance to ensure successful market penetration and growth.
– Business Development: Our team offers expert advice and support to help your business thrive in the Turkish market, identifying opportunities and overcoming challenges.
– Market Research and Analysis: We provide in-depth insights into the Turkish market, helping you make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.
– Regulatory Compliance: Our experts ensure that your business complies with Turkish regulations, minimizing risks and ensuring a smooth operation.
Whether you’re looking to expand your existing business, or enter the Turkish market for the first time, we’re here to help. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us with your inquiries – we’re always happy to discuss how we can support your business goals.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!