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İlgi Evecan Duran

Strategic Growth & Global Partnerships Advisor

Evecan Consulting AB

Ilgi Evecan is a recognised growth and innovation strategist with 15+ years of experience driving transformation across industries. Renowned for her expertise at the intersection of entrepreneurship, technology, and social impact, she has built and scaled initiatives empowering startups and fostering sustainable ecosystems. Ilgi has advised Fortune Global 500 companies, launched various corporate ventures, JVs and corporate startup programs like Pernod Ricard’s Absolut Startup Hub, and led smart city ventures in Central Asia, laying the groundwork for urban sustainability while scaling SaaS solutions across seven telco operators.

A key player in the Nordics’ entrepreneurial ecosystem, she collaborates with platforms like Tech Nordic Advocates, Time To Raise, Antler and Nordic Angels to unlock capital and networks for startups. She has supported 20+ early-stage ventures and championed gender equality through partnerships with UN Women and global NGOs. Recognised among Sweden’s Top Women Board Leaders (2023) and the Top 100 Women in Tech (2022), Ilgi bridges innovation across sectors with expertise in emerging technologies and global partnerships.

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