Building What’s Next: An Open Conversation with Can Bakır
What does it take to build what’s next?
Join Turkish Hub and the MIT Turkish Student Association for an open conversation with Can Bakır, CEO of AI Startup Factory by IsBank, on entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and the changing world of work.
As artificial intelligence reshapes how companies operate and how people build their careers, new opportunities are emerging for founders, professionals, and students. In this conversation, Can will share perspectives from his experience across technology, entrepreneurship, and the corporate world - and discuss what it takes to turn ideas into action.
Together, we’ll explore:
The future of work: How AI is changing organizations, roles, and the skills people need
AI in the corporate world: How established companies are approaching innovation and transformation
The Turkish innovation ecosystem: Opportunities for collaboration, proof-of-concept projects, and connections across the U.S. and Türkiye
Career and leadership: Navigating change, building teams, and making decisions in a fast-moving environment
Entrepreneurship: Lessons from building ventures and bringing new ideas to life
This will be an interactive conversation with time for audience questions. Whether you’re a student, founder, investor, or professional curious about what’s ahead, we’d love to have you join us.
Event format
We’ll begin with a 45-minute conversation with Can, followed by 15 minutes of audience Q&A. Afterward, guests will have time to connect and network with fellow attendees.
Whether you’re a student, founder, investor, or professional curious about what’s ahead, we’d love to have you join us.
About Can Bakır
Can is CEO of AI Startup Factory by IsBank, a two-time founder, and an Ivy League alumnus. His previous experience includes Peak Games and Mynet.
Event details
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
6:00-8:00 p.m. ET
MIT Sloan, Room E51-395
70 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA 02142
The conversation will be held in English.
We look forward to seeing you there!