Nilay Kimelman

Nilay Kimelman has over 17 years of experience in the tobacco industry, currently serving as the Portfolio & Strategy Director for Global Travel Retail at JTI (Japan Tobacco International) since November 2006. Previous roles at JTI include Head of Portfolio & Strategy, Camel HQ Marketing Manager, and Regional Marketing Manager, among others, showcasing a strong progression in marketing and strategic leadership. Prior to JTI, Nilay Kimelman worked as a Sales Manager at Vestel Foreign Trade from October 2005 to October 2006. Educational qualifications include a degree from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (Middle East Technical University) and further studies at Istanbul Technical University.