Kuşadası connection has begun before the summer... Several phone calls between ATA-NV and KUGİAD (Association of Young Entrepreneurs in Kuşadası) during this spring season brought a wonderful result between two organizations this summer.

Kuşadası was one of the most important stops for ATA-NV President Mr. İsmail Onat during his summer traffic in Türkiye. Plan was carefully organized between two organizations months before the summer. Both sides were excited and ready for the future opportunities that result from the possible partnership.

Kuşadası is one of the most beautiful places in Türkiye. It is one of the well-known touristic towns by the Aegean sea. This nature's beauty is also surrounded by archeological treasures.

ATA-NV President Mr. İsmail Onat scheduled his trip to Kuşadası in mid-june after his meeting with İTO in İstanbul and his short trip to Ankara. He has spent 3 days in this beautiful town and held several meetings with KUGİAD and other organizations.

Mr. Onat said: ''ATA-NV's connection has begun this spring with KUGİAD. We had several phone calls between Kuşadası and Las Vegas and visiting Kuşadası this summer was in my ''priority to-do-list''. Mr. Ali Can Turan is the architect of this meeting and as ATA-NV we are thankful to him for his great efforts. We also want to thank Mr. Mustafa Soykan for his friendly efforts on introducing us to local businesses in this beautiful town''.

Mr. Ali Can Turan is one of the most respected members of KUGİAD. He is also one of the most respected businessmen in Kuşadası. Mr. Turan has arranged a KUGİAD board meeting the same day Mr. Onat was arrived in Kuşadası.

President İsmail Onat said:''When I arrived at Kuşadası, everything was already set. Mr. Ali Can Turan has shown impressive hospitality and made my trip easier than ever. I didn't have the luxury to waste time during my trip to Türkiye and Mr. Ali Can Turan knew that already. Every second counts and we did take advantage of every second to build up the most valuable relationship(s). KUGİAD has arranged their board meeting (other members were also invited) on my first evening in Kuşadası''.

KUGİAD President Mr. Ertan Sözmener has welcomed President İsmail Onat before the meeting and they had a short talk on the opportunities both organizations could benefit. Mr. Onat has prepared a report with headlines about ATA-NV and Las Vegas for the meeting.

''We were already excited before the meeting'' Mr. Onat said. ''We were set and ready to go! Then a surprise knocked on the door. KUGİAD exceeded my expectations, they also invited Mr. Efkan Ceylan to our meeting''. Mr. Efkan Ceylan is the President of EGAFED (Federation of Young Aegean and Mediterranean Entrepreneurs Associations) and also the General Secretary of TÜGİK (Confederation of Young Turkish Entrepreneurs).

President İsmail Onat has talked about ATA-NV, business opportunities in USA and Las Vegas city. He explained how ATA-NV has been working on making Las Vegas a hub city for Turkish businesses for American market. He gave copies of his report to all members and answered several questions during the meeting.

After the meeting, President İsmail Onat said:''I will never forget beautiful Kuşadası and its beautiful people. I will never forget their amazing hospitality and friendship. Kuşadası is the cradle of new beginnings and partnerships for ATA-NV. We will always remember Kuşadası as where the new story has begun. We will always remember this... I met with wonderful people, I made new friends, brothers and sisters. I met with young businessmen who are willing to take risks for better. I met with other brave organizations who are working as volunteers for great causes. I applause for Kuşadası and its people. We owe special thanks to EGAFED President (and General Secretary of TÜGİK) Mr. Efkan Ceylan, KUGİAD President Mr. Ertan Sözmener, KUGİAD Member Mr. Ali Can Turan''.

KUGİAD and EGAFED connections are the beginning of the journey that will take place between Las Vegas and Kuşadası. We will help each other on several other grounds besides 'business relations'.

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