Hey! 👋
I'm Semih Yiğit, a driven professional with a passion for technology, cryptocurrency, and community engagement✳️.Hailing from Istanbul, Turkey, my journey has led me to explore diverse roles and opportunities in the ever-evolving world of blockchain and finance💲. 

With a strong background in Economics from Galatasaray University🧑‍🎓, I've had the privilege of working with prominent organizations both locally and internationally🌐. From contributing to cryptocurrency projects as a Social Media Generalist to fostering vibrant online communities as a Community Moderator, my experiences have shaped me into a versatile and adaptable team player🌀.

My journey isn't confined to the digital realm alone🤓. I've also ventured into the world of languages, bridging communication gaps as a French interpreter and mentor👁️‍🗨️.

As a founder and president of the Galatasaray University Economics Community, I've honed my leadership and coordination skills while contributing to various initiatives🌱.

When I'm not immersed in the world of finance and technology, you can find me indulging in hobbies like swimming🏊, playing the Ney🎵, or even engaging in some friendly competition through computer games🎮.

I'm excited to share my experiences, skills, and insights with you through this portfolio😊. Explore my work and feel free to connect—I'm always up for new challenges and opportunities🔗. 

Energi, Chicago/USA (Remote)
Social Media Generalist
December 2021 - February 2022

ℹ️ Energi is a cryptocurrency project that aims to scale the blockchain and develop new products in the NFT industry. During my tenure, I played a pivotal role in the following areas:

• 🌐Social Media Marketing: Worked on social media strategies, especially Twitter, Reddit, Facebook and Instagram. In addition, I took on the role of moderator on Discord. 

• 💱Sales: Contributed to sales initiatives, fostering partnerships, and expanding the project's reach to new audiences.

• 🖲️Community Moderation: Ensured a positive and informative environment within the community by moderating discussions, addressing inquiries, and resolving issues.

SpiderDAO / Integritee, Chicago/USA (Remote)
Community Moderator
July 2021 - December 2021

ℹ️ SpiderDAO and Integritee are two distinct cryptocurrency projects. While collaborating with KoinSaati, I managed their Turkish communities. Key responsibilities included:

• 🖲️Community Management: Oversaw and nurtured the Turkish communities, fostering engagement and providing assistance to community members. Also moderated AMA events.

• ⚡Collaborative Support: Worked in tandem with KoinSaati to align community efforts and deliver effective communication strategies.

KoinSaati, İstanbul/Turkey (Remote) 
Editor, Social Media Specialist, Community Manager
December 2020 - December 2021

ℹ️ Koinsaati, a Turkish cryptocurrency community and consulting company, entrusted me with diverse roles, including:

• 💻Website Editing: Contributed to wordpress website content editing and enhancement. With the devoted work of my team, we increased the site traffic by nearly 500% in a year.

• 🖱️Content Production: Created valuable and informative content to educate the community.

• 🔁Translation: Facilitated communication by providing translation services.

• 🖲️Community Management: Cultivated a sense of community by engaging with members and addressing their needs. The number of Telegram communities increased from 2,000 to 25,000 with our divoted work in a year.

Finance Office of the Presidency of Turkey, İstanbul/Turkey
French Interpreter, Host
December 2019

ℹ️ I had the privilege of serving as a French-English translator and guide during the International Congress of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, hosted by the Finance Office of the Presidency of Turkey. I provided assistance to the Minister of Economy of the Republic of Mali and his delegation.

• 🔁Translation: Provided seamless French-English interpretation.

• 🔀Culturel Liaison: Facilitating understanding and fostering positive diplomatic relations. 

Galatasaray University, İstanbul/Turkey 
French Language Mentor
September 2019 - March 2020

ℹ️ At Galatasaray University's Department of Foreign Languages, I served as a mentor to preparatory class students. My responsibilities included guiding them on utilizing the French Learning Centre and enhancing their French language skills in speaking and writing.

• 🧑‍🏫Mentoring: Guided preparatory class students in their French learning journey. 

Galatasaray University Economics Community
Founder and President
March 2020 - March 2022 

ℹ️ Galatasaray University Economics Community is a university student club. I undertook the foundation of this club and its president for 2 years. During this time, I worked on coordination and leadership in many organisations and training. 

• 🤝Organizational Leadership: Founded and established the Galatasaray University Economics Community.

• 🖲️Community Development: Developed a strong, engaged community of students interested in economics. 

Emmaus Saint-Agnant, La Rochelle/France
Volunteer Student
August 2019 - September 2019 

ℹ️ Emmaus is an international non-governmental organisation founded to combat poverty and homelessness. I worked here as a seasonal volunteer student repairing and selling second hand goods. 

• 🖲️Community Engagement: Gained valuable hands-on experience in social service and community engagement. 

Anadolu University, Eskişehir / Turkey (Remote)
Management Information Systems
September 2023 - Present (Expected Graduation: June 2027)

🖥️I am currently pursuing a degree in Management Information Systems at Anadolu University, where I am gaining in-depth knowledge in information technology, database management, and business analysis. 🧑‍💻This program complements my previous academic experiences and prepares me for a career at the intersection of technology and business.

🧑‍🎓In addition to my economics education, the skills I acquired in the courses I took increased my interest in management information systems. That's why I decided to follow this program as well. 🛤️It's a new journey for me.

Galatasaray University, İstanbul / Turkey
Economics
September 2017 - Present (Expected Graduation: June 2024)  

💲At Galatasaray University, I've been pursuing a degree in Economics, where I've had the opportunity to delve deep into economic theories, quantitative analysis, and critical problem-solving.📖 This educational journey has equipped me with a solid foundation in economics, enabling me to approach complex financial and economic challenges with confidence. 

👁️‍🗨️Additionally, the language of instruction at Galatasaray University is French. By graduating first in the preparatory class, I received a scholarship at the end of the year and was entitled to travel to France🎓.

➡️On the other hand, in addition to my academic education, I focused on further improving my social skills by taking an active part in student clubs. 🛎️In fact, together with my friends, we founded the Galatasaray University Economics Community, a student club, and hosted many events.

🖋️In addition to all these, I continue to evaluate business opportunities in different positions by developing my network at conferences and meetings I attend outside of campus.🎫

Adana Anadolu High School, Adana/Turkey
Science Sociale
September 2013 - June 2017 

ℹ️ Adana Anadolu High School is the best High School in my city with it's academic and social successes. 📚I focused on Science Sociale, a program that provided a well-rounded education with a social science emphasis. 

🧑‍🎓During my high school education, I took part in the school football⚽and volleyball teams🏐. I also frequently appeared in public at theater and poetry events🎭. In addition, I participated in the Tubitak science fair, 🥼which is the peak in this field in Turkey, in the field of social sciences. Additionally, as a member of the Turkish Scouting Federation, I took part in many social events.🌿

👑In addition to all this, I crowned my high school education by entering Galatasaray University, the 2nd best social sciences university in Turkey.

Languages:

• 🇹🇷 Turkish (Mother Tongue): Fluent in written and spoken Turkish.

• 🇬🇧 English (Professional): Proficient in both written and spoken English.

• 🇫🇷 French (Professional): Proficient in both written and spoken French.

Technical Skills:

• 🧑‍💻Software Specialist: Completed a 6-month Software Specialist Course, gaining familiarise in ASP.NET MVC, SQL, and C#.

• 🌐Solidity Blockchain Software Language: Completed a 2-week course in Solidity in blockchain development.

• 🏦Introduction to Banking Risk Management: Completed a 1-day course on banking risk management.

Soft Skills:

• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑Teamwork: Effective team player, experienced in collaborative projects and initiatives.

• 🔣Problem Solving: Skilled in analytical thinking and creative problem-solving.

• ✔️Crisis Management: Demonstrated ability to remain composed and make informed decisions during high-pressure situations.

• ⏳Time Management: Proficient in managing time and resources efficiently to meet deadlines.

• 👌Body Language: Understanding and utilization of non-verbal communication cues.

Tools & Technologies:

• ✔️Outlook: Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook for email and calendar management.

• 🔐Office Programs: Skilled in Microsoft Office programs for document creation, data analysis, and presentations.

• ⛓️SQL: Familiarised in SQL for database management.

• 💻Wordpress: Experienced in using WordPress for web content management.

Hobbies:

• 🛟Swimming: Enthusiastic swimmer, enjoying the physical and mental benefits of the sport.

• 🎵Playing Ney: Beginner Ney player, finding solace and creativity through music.

• 🎮Computer Games: Avid gamer, exploring virtual worlds and enjoying strategic challenges.

💫Thank you for taking the time to explore my portfolio. I'm always eager to connect with fellow professionals, collaborators, and enthusiasts. 📩If you'd like to get in touch, please feel free to reach out through any of the following channels:

• 📨Email: ygtsmh01@gmail.com 

• 📳LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/semihyigit/ 

✨I welcome inquiries, feedback, and opportunities for collaboration. Whether you have questions, ideas, or simply want to say hello, I'm just a message away. Looking forward to hearing from you! 👀