Defne Keser

Defne Keser is currently a Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum, contributing to a network of over 14,000 young leaders addressing global challenges. Recent experience includes a role as a Student Assistant at ifo Institute and serving as a Venture Capital Analyst at Innovis VC, where Defne also headed Brand Management in Munich. Involvement with the European Parliament included partnerships and fundraising for the European Youth Event, while previous positions featured an investment internship at Ata Portföy Yönetimi and a contributor role at The London Financial. Educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München and a secondary education from Deutsche Schule Istanbul. Defne's commitment to research on economics and peace was demonstrated during a tenure as an Ambassador at the Institute for Economics & Peace.