Ahmet Oytun Cakir

Ahmet Oytun Cakir is a lifelong F&B and hospitality innovator with deep-rooted industry knowledge. He is more than a restaurateur; he's a visionary brand builder, expansion strategist, and creative force behind some of the UAE's most exciting F&B launches. With a proven ability to take brands from concept to success and to help others do the same, his work continues to elevate Dubai's dining scene, one idea at a time.

Raised in a family of hoteliers in Bodrum, Ahmet Oytun Cakir developed an early passion for hospitality. Armed with a degree in International Economics and an MBA from Switzerland's Glion Institute, he brought a global, strategy-led mindset to every project. As Head of Operations at Sianji Wellbeing Resort, he led the property to win 21 international awards in six years, cementing its status as a leader in wellness tourism and establishing himself as one of Turkey's most influential young hospitality figures.