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Board Meeting – September 26, 2024
26 September
AGENDA
TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED
- Information on the work conducted during the July-August 2024 summer
- Information on the work conducted and planned meetings regarding the “EXPERT TALKS” sessions.
- Information on the work conducted regarding the Bergama & Sardes Cultural
- Propeller Club’s calendar in 2025 and proposals for new
- The audit letter received from Sarıyer Tax Office and our response
- International Propeller Club Convention invitation email received from the President of the Propeller Club of the Port of Tampa, Florida (October 23-26, 2024)
- an exchange of views on the Propeller Club organization chart and job
- No more paper waste
- Exchange of ideas about post machine & credit card
UPCOMING MEETING DATES AND SPEAKER NAMES:
24 October 2024, Thursday Sedef Ayhan Managing Director – Maersk
28 November 2024, Thursday İlke Toptaş Country Director for Turkey Meta
19 December 2024, Monday Ali Nesin–Metin Kalkavan UPCOMING “EXPERT TALKS” DATES AND SPEAKER NAMES:
- 16 OCTOBER 2024, WEDNESDAY, 00-11.30 EMİN ÇAPA, Journalists and Television Presenters
Topic: Turkey’s future within the shifting global landscape
- 1 NOVEMBER 2024, FRIDAY, 00-11.30 PhD DUYGU ERTEN, Independent Board
Member, Global Sustainability Thought Leader
Topic: Decarbonization (Al, Construction Industry and Manufacturing)
NEW APPLICATION:
- ERİL ARMAĞAN Sponsorship: Mis Güleryüz
RESIGNED
- ASUMAN TÜRBECİ (lives abroad)
- KERİM YALMAN (work overload)
REPORT: July-August 2024
1. Digitalization:
- Association’s hard and soft copy files were categorized and uploaded to Google
- Digital subscriptions and computers were
2. Banks:
- Accounts at Garanti Bank, İş Bank, and Ziraat Bank were authorized for Buket Turan to make monthly payments.
3. Information Update:
- Members were asked to update their information via
- Information of members with incomplete details was updated through LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and phone calls.
- Information categories (such as professional information, current job position, graduation details) were expanded.
4. KVKK (Personal Data Protection Law):
- Members with missing signatures were asked to sign and send the KVKK
5. Association Dues:
- Reminders were sent via email, phone, and
- Payments were received from 16
- Before monthly meetings, participants’ dues payments are tracked, and reminders are
6. FONZIP:
- Association dues accounts were reviewed, and errors were
- Issues with missing, incorrect, and blocked email addresses of members were
7. Social Media:
- All social media accounts are now managed by the
- Members with Instagram and LinkedIn accounts were identified, and requests were sent for them to follow the association profile.
- Our LinkedIn account is followed by 160 members, and our Instagram account by 175
8. Association Meeting Calendar:
- Confirmations were received from the speakers scheduled for the monthly meetings from September to December 2024.
- The meeting schedules for 2024 and 2025 were shared with Grand Hyatt, and preliminary reservations were made.
- Preliminary work for the Bergama & Sardes trip has been carried out. The process is
- Preliminary organizational work for the “Expert Talks” meetings has been carried The process is ongoing.
- Price quotes for suppliers for the meetings from September to December 2024 were
THE INTERACTION BETWEEN HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT IN ANCIENT PERGAMON: LESSONS TO BE LEARNED FROM THE PAST?
26 September 2024- Grand Hyatt Istanbul
ABOUT FELIX PIRSON: Prof. Dr. Felix Pirson is a renowned German classical archaeologist, currently serving as the director of the Istanbul branch of the German Archaeological Institute (DAI) and leading the Pergamon Excavations since 2006. He earned his MA and PhD in classical archaeology from LMU Munich, an MPhil from Cambridge University, and a postdoctoral lecture qualification (“Habilitation”) from Leipzig University, where he is an Honorary Professor. His early career involved working as a research assistant at the Rome branch of the DAI and as an assistant professor at Leipzig University.
Pirson’s research focuses on ancient urbanism, the spatial organization of ancient cities, domestic architecture, the archaeology of the Vesuvian cities (like Pompeii and Herculaneum), and the ancient city of Pergamon in modern-day Turkey. He also explores ancient relief sculptures, particularly those depicting war and violence. His current research interests include Pergamon and Pompeii, cities and micro-regions in the ancient Mediterranean, and historical human-environment interaction.
In addition to his role at DAI, Pirson is a visiting scholar and senior fellow at various institutions, including the Institute for the Study of the Ancient World at New York University (ISAW). He has held guest professorships, including at the École Pratique des Hautes Études in Paris, and teaches at Istanbul Technical University and Leipzig University, where he became an honorary professor in 2010. He is also a member of several international archaeological institutes.
Throughout his career, Pirson has contributed to several important archaeological publications and is involved in editorial activities for multiple academic journals.
ABOUT PERGAMON: The Pergamon Excavations, under the direction of Prof. Dr. Felix Pirson, have revealed a city that was once one of the most significant cultural and political centers of the Hellenistic world. Nestled high on a dramatic hillside in modern-day Turkey, Pergamon flourished as a major metropolis during the Attalid dynasty, blending stunning architecture with artistic grandeur.
The excavation site itself is a vivid tableau of history, revealing layers of urban life over centuries. Among the most remarkable finds are the massive Altar of Zeus, with its intricate friezes depicting the battle between gods and giants, and the towering theater carved into the steep slopes of the acropolis, offering sweeping views over the surrounding valleys. Walking through the ruins, you can imagine the once-bustling agora, where citizens engaged in trade and debate, and the monumental temples dedicated to Athena and Dionysus, which showcase Pergamon’s devotion to the gods.
Pergamon is also celebrated for its vast library, said to have been second only to Alexandria’s, housing thousands of scrolls that attracted scholars from all over the Mediterranean. The site reflects the intersection of Greek, Roman, and Eastern influences, seen in the blend of architectural styles and urban planning. The ongoing excavations continue to unearth details about daily life, urban development, and the complex socio-political fabric of this ancient city. The site embodies not just the grandeur of ancient architecture but also the human stories behind the city’s rise to prominence and its role as a cultural beacon in the ancient world.
Propeller Club 2023-2025 Social Responsibility Project
The Propeller Club – Port of İstanbul (2023-2025) has initiated a cooperation Project with the Turkish University Women’s Association (TÜKD) to contribute to the education of female university students.
TÜKD, founded (1949) by the first and leading university graduates of the Republic of Türkiye, is one of the oldest associations in Türkiye. TÜKD, provides economic support as well as guidance to female university students from low-income families, with an extraordinary success rate at the annual university exam.
The female students come from very different social backgrounds and study at different universities. Their common characteristic is that they are all successful young talents. We believe that in the near future they will take part in the business world or in the social and political decision-making mechanisms of our country. As Propeller Club we have developed a project to support these young female talents with a corporate-social touch, while they are approaching to the entry level of professional world.
We host a female university student at each luncheon event. While the students have the opportunity to introduce themselves to an audience of business people, they also explore opportunities for internship and job offers.
At Propeller Club, we believe it is our duty to contribute to our society. As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye, success of Turkish women in every field is definitely our hope and aspiration for a prosperous future.
September Scholarship: Mahbub Reyhan Ay
Education
Boğaziçi University, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences Bachelor of Economics, 2nd Year
Istanbul, Turkey | 2022 – Present
Ranked 148th in the 2022 YKS (Equal Weight) across Turkey
I am currently pursuing my studies at one of Turkey’s leading institutions, Boğaziçi University. My academic journey in economics is fueled by a deep interest in understanding market dynamics and economic policies that shape societies.
EXPLORE SARDES AND BERGAMA: A JOURNEY THROUGH ANCİENT HISTORY 13-14 OCTOBER 2024
October 13, 2024, Sunday: İstanbul – İzmir – Bergama
08.00-09.15 İstanbul Airport- Adnan Menderes Airport TK2312 (Our suggested flight)
- Greeting at the airport followed by a tour of Bergama,
- Meet to Professor Felix Pirson in Bergama
- Overnight stay at D-Resort Ayvalık Murat Reis
October 14, 2024, Monday: Izmir – Istanbul
- Breakfast at the hotel,
- Drive to Salihli, Manisa; a guided tour of the ancient city of Sardes, the former capital of the Lydian Kingdom,
- Lunch in a local restaurant,
- Transfer to Izmir Airport for your return flight to
18.00-19.30 Adnan Menderes Airport- İstanbul Airport- TK2331 (Our suggested flight)
Dear Colleagues,
I am delighted to introduce our new series, “Expert Talks,” organized in collaboration with Content Sponsor, Indeks Speaker Agency and proudly hosted by Grand Hyatt Istanbul as our Venue Sponsor. This series will run in parallel to our traditional luncheons, adhoc basis until the end of our 2023-25 term, featuring expert speakers who will share invaluable insights in either Turkish or English, depending on their comfort level. Our aim is to offer professional perspectives that help us navigate and excel in today’s rapidly evolving world.
Our first event is on October 16th, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, structured as a morning coffee gathering designed to fit smoothly into your schedule. For this inaugural session, we are honored to welcome Emin Çapa, one of Turkey’s most respected journalists and television presenters. Emin’s style is as we know it—original, compelling, and thought-provoking.
Let me quote as he declares bluntly: “We are entering an era of disruptive transformation. The age of our fathers is ending, and we are witnessing the construction of our children’s age.”
With his extensive knowledge of both economics and science, Emin will take us on a fascinating journey to understand how we arrived at this pivotal moment in history and what must be done to shape the future we envision. Known for his ability to make complex subjects accessible and relevant to our daily lives, Emin will also share his thoughts on the critical decisions we must make to survive and thrive in this new reality. Drawing from his deep expertise across history, art, and literature, he offers a multidisciplinary approach that is as enlightening as it is engaging.
In this session, Emin will delve into Turkey’s future within the shifting global landscape, while also providing insights into economic trends that are set to redefine our world.
Given the exclusive nature of this event, with a limited capacity of around 35 participants, we kindly ask that you confirm your attendance as soon as possible.
A 1000 TL donation is required to secure your spot, with all proceeds going to support our association. Payments should be made via bank transfer, and we kindly request that you email your payment confirmation, as no payments will be accepted at the venue.
RSVP: Kindly confirm your attendance by emailing Ms. Buket Turan at propeller@propeller-club.org.tr
P.S: When remitting payment, please include the Name of the Member whose account is to be credited Türkiye İŞ BANKASI: Name of the account = İstanbul Limanı Propeller Kulübü Derneği
IBAN: TR 71 0006 4000 0011 2990 8625 87
As the oldest and most established business association in Turkey, it is clear that we all need to contribute. A new era and new winds call us to carry an organization as unique as Propeller into the future. Your support is incredibly important and meaningful. This project is an example of collaborations that align with the
association’s principles and values. I have no doubt that many creative ideas will come. I will be more than happy to support approaches that bring value to everyone.
I look forward to seeing you at what promises to be an insightful and inspiring discussion. Warm regards,
Yaprak Özer
Propeller Club of US, Port of Istanbul President 2023-25