Melike was born in Eskisehir and has been living in New York since 2005. She received her bachelor’s degree in Finance with a minor in Economics from Baruch College and her M.B.A. from Long Island University. Melike’s prior experiences include various positions at reputable commercial banks. Currently, she is a Portfolio Manager at Santander Bank where she personally manages a high net worth of commercial properties throughout the U.S. Melike has been actively involved in administrating successful events for non-profits and volunteering in low-income communities.