About Us
Real People. Real Progress.
At JourneyUP Now, we believe that every business is on a journey, one that demands clarity, adaptability, and smart decisions at every turn. We exist to be your trusted companion on that journey.
We believe technology should not only solve today’s challenges but also open the door to tomorrow’s opportunities. Since our foundation, we have been committed to empowering organizations with intelligent, secure, and future-focused solutions that bridge business and technology.
We operate at the intersection of operations, IT, and digital transformation, delivering products and services that make companies more agile, resilient, and competitive. With expertise spanning business process automation, IT management, and transformation consulting, we design ecosystems where innovation and efficiency go hand in hand.
One of our key offerings, CIO 360 (CIO as a Service), brings top-tier technology leadership to your organization without the constraints of traditional hiring. With CIO 360, companies gain strategic IT guidance, technology roadmaps, and governance frameworks, ensuring your IT decisions align with your business vision while driving growth and resilience.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to be the trusted partner that guides businesses into a digitally confident future.
Let’s build a smarter, stronger, and more resilient future. Together.
Our Values
Innovation with Purpose – Every solution is designed to create measurable impact.
Trust & Security – Reliability is at the heart of everything we deliver.
Partnership – We grow together with our clients, as true collaborators.
Excellence – From technology to execution, we aim for the highest standards.
Sectors
MEDIA
CONSTRUCTION
ENERGY
TOURISM
BANKING
PORT MANAGEMENT
REAL ESTATE
MINING
AVIATION
AUTOMOTIVE DISTRIBUTION
AUTOMOTIVE RETAIL
MANUFACTURING
Partners
Led by Executive Professionals with Proven Experience
Our leadership team brings over extensive executive-level experience across multiple companies, sectors, and disciplines. Having navigated within complex corporate environments, we understand the dynamics of real-world business challenges and we apply this deep, cross-industry expertise to deliver tailored, strategic solutions that drive meaningful results.
Teymur ŞANLILAR
Co-founder & Managing Partner
BIO
Executive Leadership | CIO, CTO, CPO, CEO
Champion of Strategic Innovation and Operational Excellence
An accomplished executive with extensive experience in leading business transformation initiatives across diverse industries. Demonstrates exceptional capabilities in strategic planning, cost optimization, and technological innovation. A respected leader with a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement, team development, project management and change management. Proven ability to align IT and business strategies to drive long-term organizational success.
Çağrı KUTLU
Co-founder & Partner
BIO
Finance Executive
Strategic Leadership in Corporate Finance and Risk Management
An accomplished finance professional with a comprehensive background in treasury operations, corporate finance, and structured finance. Brings deep expertise in enterprise-wide financial risk management, including liquidity, interest rate, foreign exchange, credit, and counterparty risk, as well as balance sheet optimization and capital structure management. Skilled in capital markets and bank relations, with a proven ability to deliver value across both buy- and sell-side environments. Recognized for developing resilient financial frameworks and cultivating strategic relationships that safeguard financial stability and support sustainable business growth.
Özgür GÜVEN
Co-founder & Partner
BIO
Technology Executive | CIO
Strategic Leadership in Information Technology (IT) Management
A seasoned IT executive recognized for driving digital transformation, building secure and scalable technology ecosystems, and aligning IT strategies with business objectives to deliver measurable growth. Expert in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, with a proven track record in restructuring IT organizations, establishing SOCs, managing M&A integrations, and leading complex data center migrations. Passionate about fostering team development, accelerating business growth through innovative technology solutions, and shaping value-driven IT strategies that ensure operational excellence and future readiness.