The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu

#422 Managing Developer Teams in the AI Era: A Conversation with Will Blackburn

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we’re joined by Will Blackburn, co-founder of DevClarity, to explore how AI is transforming the management of developer teams. From his journey as a first-time CTO to building tool...

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Dec. 19, 2024

#422 Managing Developer Teams in the AI Era: A Conversation with Will Blackburn

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we’re joined by Will Blackburn, co-founder of DevClarity, to explore how AI is transforming the management of developer teams. From his journey as a first-time CTO to building too…
Dec. 17, 2024

#421 Innovating Gifting: Vera Modenova on AI, Social Commerce, and Empowering Local Sellers

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the evolution of Flowwow, a global gifting marketplace, with COO Vera Modenova. Vera shares her inspiring journey, starting as a student in a five-person startup to s…
Dec. 12, 2024

#420 From Government CTO to Cyber Defense Pioneer: How Kiran Chinnagangannagari is Democratizing Security

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Kiran Chinnagangannagari, Co-Founder, CTO, and CPO of Securin, to explore his journey from a stable role as the CTO for the State of Arizona to the exciting and c…
Dec. 10, 2024

#419 Ed Osckar’s Journey: Thriving in Entrepreneurship, and Excelling in the Competitive Cloud Market

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we are joined by Ed Osckar, CEO of Wowrack, a cloud service provider specializing in Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), hybrid cloud solutions, and managed services. From his hum…

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Mehmet Gonullu

Managing Partner, Founder @ Yassi Ventures

Igniting Tech & Venture Ecosystems | Startup Advisor | GTM Partner | Angel Investor | Podcast Host | Keynote Speaker

With over 20 years in technology, I bridge deep technical expertise with strategic business development and entrepreneurial mentorship across the Middle East, Africa, and Türkiye (META) region. My comprehensive understanding of the tech ecosystem enables me to help companies scale operations, secure investment, and achieve market leadership by leveraging my unique blend of technical knowledge and business acumen.

My impact in the META region spans from developing go-to-market strategies to identifying emerging opportunities in the tech ecosystem. Through my advisory roles, I guide companies in product development, scalability, and technological innovation, helping them build sustainable competitive advantages.

I host 'The CTO Show With Mehmet', a podcast where I explore industry trends and challenges with leading voices in technology and startups. This platform embodies my commitment to nurturing a collaborative tech community and sharing insights that empower emerging entrepreneurs.