Unlocking Global Opportunities: Turkiye – Ukraine – EU

Business Impact by Altufieva Connects International Entrepreneurs with Turkiye

On October 7, 2026, the Business Impact by Altufieva – international online networking platform – hosted a dedicated session focusing on global opportunities and business expansion in Turkiye.

The gathering brought together business leaders, founders, and regional ambassadors from across Europe and beyond to foster cross-border collaboration, share operational expertise, and establish direct partnerships.

Key Insights: Navigating the Turkish Business Landscape

The keynote address was delivered by Prof. Dr. Iryna Sekret, Board Chair of STARTINFORUM LTD and head of the IATELS Committee.

Drawing on extensive practical experience, she provided a comprehensive breakdown of the market:

• Regional Diversity: Turkiye’s economic ecosystem is highly heterogeneous; focusing solely on Istanbul or Antalya does not reflect the unique industrial capacities and market conditions found across different regions.

• The Balance of Openness and Trust: While the economy relies heavily on agile small and medium-sized enterprises, deep and reliable business relationships are rooted in personal trust and reliability (güven) rather than transactional speed alone.

• Cultural Nuances in Negotiation: Initial introductions require patience and personal engagement—such as understanding a partner’s background—before transitioning to commercial pricing and formal agreements.

• Legal and Corporate Framework: Foreign nationals can independently establish legal entities, such as a Limited Liability Company (Ltd. Şti.) with a minimum capital requirement of 50,000 liras, or a Joint Stock Company (A.Ş.). Engaging a local certified accountant is essential for compliance, and setting up a business requires distinct legal procedures separate from obtaining a residency permit.

• Industrial Hubs: Regions such as Bursa and Inegöl serve as major manufacturing powerhouses, dominating national export sectors in furniture (56%), textiles (12%), automotive components, and agricultural goods.

Global Participants and Synergistic Collaborations

The meeting featured 16 active contributors who showcased their ventures and outlined their strategic objectives:

• Oleksandra Altufieva (Opole, Poland) — Founder and host of Business Impact, leading weekly networking sessions and country-specific WhatsApp communities.

• Iryna Kolomoiets Sultan (Monza, Italy) — President of Made in Ukraine for Italy and CEO of Ecomondo Tech Srls, connecting manufacturers with European and international markets.

• Svitlana Kruogovykh (Warsaw/Kyiv) — Technical partner and automation architect, developer of the event platform and the efficiency assessment tool 20 coins.

• Vitalii Bretsko (Lviv/Warsaw) — Founder of thesis-i, specializing in custom software development, AI solutions, and robotics, including the QPick robotic arm for retail automation.

• Larysa Maksymenko (Albania) — International business consultant and fundraiser, assisting technology startups with grant acquisition and residency procedures in Albania.

• Andrii Vlasov (Ukraine) — Active ambassador focused on B2B lead generation and connecting Ukrainian enterprises with international clients.

• Nataliia Lazebnikova (Ukraine/Italy) — Promoting Effetto, a premium Ukrainian-Italian lingerie and loungewear brand featuring hand-cut artisanal lace.

• Eduard Paskariuk (Italy) — Head of construction technologies for Made in Ukraine for Italy, managing windows, solar shading systems, and building renovation projects.

• Ihor Kovalchuk (Kyiv, Ukraine) — Representative of EurHome, manufacturing energy-efficient SIP-panel building kits delivered across European markets.

• Daria Barda (Cyprus/Ukraine) — Executive and business coach specializing in strategy, leadership, and professional communication.

• Serhii Lohvinovskyi (Katowice, Poland) — Manufacturer of custom PVC-fabric structures, drop-stitch materials, inflatable attractions, and rapid-deployment military tents.

• Iryna Osiichuk (Spain) — Representing ISEMA Consulting, providing comprehensive legal, tax, and real estate guidance for clients operating in Spain.

• Olena Ohiienko (Turkey) — Business growth and venture advisor helping companies navigate transitional phases, business model pivots, and AI startup expansion.

• Valentyna Mardhanishvili (Tbilisi, Georgia) — Head of the Ukrainian House in Tbilisi, facilitating community support and international institutional cooperation.

• Serhii Lukashuk (Nicosia, Cyprus) — International tax structuring expert and partner at S. LUKASHUK & PARTNERS, specializing in cross-border corporate optimization.

Discussion and Expanding Collaboration with STARTINFORUM

The interactive discussion underscored a vital consensus among participants: sustainable international expansion requires moving beyond superficial digital outreach into deep, relationship-driven partnerships.

The members analyzed how merging localized manufacturing expertise—such as Turkiye’s industrial production and Ukraine’s engineering talent—with European compliance frameworks creates powerful competitive advantages.

Within this cross-border architecture, STARTINFORUM serves as a primary strategic anchor for companies from Ukraine, Europe, and beyond aiming to establish or scale their footprint in Turkiye.

Strategic Possibilities and Partnership Avenues with STARTINFORUM

For international enterprises, manufacturers, and technology firms looking toward the Turkish market, STARTINFORUM offers a comprehensive suite of hands-on business and project management consultancy services:

• Market Entry and Comprehensive Setup: Full navigation of the Turkish business environment, including initial market research, feasibility analysis, company registration (Limited Liability and Joint Stock structures), and mandatory liaison with local accounting and legal frameworks.

• Direct Factory Sourcing and Quality Control: Facilitating secure, vetted business trips, direct visits to industrial manufacturers, and rigorous quality inspection checks across Turkiye’s core production regions, including furniture, automotive components, agricultural goods, and textiles.

• Exhibition & Business Event Management: Organizing high-impact delegation visits, business tours, and corporate hosting across major Turkish business hubs such as Istanbul, Bursa, and Izmir.

• Cross-Border Academic and Corporate Synergy: Leveraging strong ties with educational institutions, international associations (such as IATELS), and professional development frameworks to bridge corporate growth with specialized training, business psychology, and English for Specific Purposes (ESP).

Invitation for Collaboration

The Business Impact community and STARTINFORUM actively invite forward-thinking entrepreneurs, investors, and industry specialists to participate in upcoming collaborative initiatives.

Whether your goal is entering the Turkish manufacturing sector, exploring technological integration, or expanding into new European jurisdictions, direct doors are open for joint ventures.

To connect directly with STARTINFORUM team, or to integrate your enterprise into the platform’s active international network, reach out to the organizers to schedule personal introductions.