Fast Company CEO Council 2025: ARDVENTURE’s Vision for the Digital Future Takes the Stage
As digital transformation continues to reshape the business world at an unprecedented pace, the concept of leadership is evolving into a new dimension.
Arda Ödemiş, Chairman of the Board and CEO of ARD GRUP HOLDING, took center stage at Fast Company Türkiye’s CEO Council 2025 to share his vision for this new era.
CEO Council 2025: A Convergence of Technology and Leadership Perspectives
Held on 23 October 2025 at Grand Hyatt Istanbul – Grand Ballroom, the event featured Arda Ödemiş alongside Özgür Özvardar, CEO of Verifone Türkiye & MENA. During the “CEO Agenda” session, moderated by İlke Bozkurt, Vice President of Professional Services at Inspark, Ödemiş offered an in-depth evaluation of the role digital transformation plays in shaping corporate strategy.
Technology Investments, Artificial Intelligence, and Visionary Leadership
In his remarks, Arda Ödemiş emphasized how technology investments are redefining leadership strategies in the new era. He highlighted that visionary leadership is being reshaped in the age of artificial intelligence, and this transformation plays a decisive role in the long-term objectives of companies. He also underlined that sustainable growth depends on establishing a balanced relationship between people and technology, noting that organizations that maintain this balance will be better positioned to enhance their competitive strength.
Additionally, Ödemiş shared key insights into ARD GRUP HOLDİNG’s technology-focused growth vision, AI-driven transformation strategies, and investment plans aimed at strengthening global competitiveness.
A Premier Platform Where Technology and Leadership Meet
CEO Council 2025 served as a powerful platform for the exchange of ideas in technology and leadership. The event also hosted distinguished leaders such as:
• Ali Taha Koç, CEO of Turkcell
• Batuhan Gültakan, CEO of Getir
• Fettah Tamince, Chairman of Rixos Hotels
These influential figures shared their perspectives on current developments shaping the business landscape.
CEO Council 2025 stood out as an exclusive gathering where technology investments, AI applications, and strategic leadership converged—offering visionary insights that will shape the future of business.
