Who We Are
/ˈkaː.rum/
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trade colony or port
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ancient commercial centers in Anatolia (modern Turkey) from the 20th to 18th centuries BC (Middle Bronze Age), which paved the way for development of modern trade and economy including written trade agreements and tax free zones.
At Karum Financial Advisory, we are dedicated to accelerating growth and transforming businesses through a unique blend of strategic financial advisory and hands-on execution.
We leverage a vast network of C-level executives, advisors, industry and functional specialists. This network allows us to provide high-impact, customized solutions in M&A, growth strategy, fundraising, and finance transformation.
Karum Financial Advisory's founder, Kadir Karaman, brings over 20 years of global experience, having held senior finance roles such as Regional CFO, VP of Finance, and Finance Transformation Lead at world-renowned companies including Adevinta, Procter & Gamble, and Coty. Kadir’s proven track record includes driving financial performance, executing complex M&A transactions, leading large-scale finance transformations and building high performing finance functions as well working with top Private Equity Firms inlcuding KKR, Permira, Blackstone, TCV, General Atlantic. Combined experience of operating at market, regional, and global levels with his international experience across five countries enables him to bring depth and breadth to every client engagement. With a dual background in Industrial Engineering and an Executive MBA from HEC Paris, Kadir bridges technical expertise with strategic leadership, making him a trusted partner for scale-ups and investors alike for Fractional CFO services and Advisory Services.
We don’t just provide advice—we drive execution and deliver results. Whether you're an investor seeking actionable insights or a scale-up in need of expert financial leadership, we help unlock your business's full potential.