Mert Onay
About Mert Onay
Mert Onay is a professional specializing in GTM strategy and business development for the EMEA region, currently employed at Taktile. He has a diverse background in research and operations, with experience at notable organizations including Rocket Internet SE and PwC, and has studied at several prestigious universities.
Current Role at Taktile
Mert Onay serves as the GTM Strategy and Business Development EMEA at Taktile, a role he has held since 2024. In this position, he focuses on developing go-to-market strategies and driving business development initiatives across the EMEA region. Taktile is recognized for its innovative approach and has gained attention during its Series A funding stage, supported by notable investors including Index Ventures, Tiger Global, and Y Combinator.
Previous Experience
Before joining Taktile, Mert Onay accumulated diverse experience across various roles. He worked as a Founder's Associate at bunch from 2022 to 2023 in Berlin. Prior to that, he was an Entrepreneur in Residence at Seven Lanes in 2018 and held positions at Rocket Internet SE as Operations at EatFirst and eCAPITAL ENTREPRENEURIAL PARTNERS AG in their Investment Team. His early career included roles as a PhD Student and Research Assistant at the University of Münster, as well as internships at PwC.
Educational Background
Mert Onay has a strong academic foundation with studies at multiple institutions. He attended Università Bocconi and Copenhagen Business School, where he gained insights into business and management. Additionally, he studied at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and the University of Münster, where he also served as a Student Assistant. This diverse educational background supports his expertise in business development and strategy.
Research and Academic Contributions
Mert Onay has contributed to academic research during his tenure at the University of Münster. He worked as a PhD Student and Research Assistant from 2020 to 2021, and previously as an Undergraduate Researcher at Coventry University in 2016. His roles in academia provided him with valuable research skills and a deeper understanding of business concepts, which he applies in his current professional endeavors.