Manifest Executive Consultancy Solutions

Günsel Topbaş, Co-Founder of Manifest Executive Consultancy, discussed the contributions that the consultancy services offered under the Manifest Executive Consultancy umbrella make to leadership and management processes.

Topbaş stated the following:

I served as a senior executive at Citibank for about 20 years. Most recently, based in Dubai, I headed the Securities Services division—which we call “Custody”—covering the Middle East and Africa region, where I managed operations across 14 countries. During my time in Dubai, I witnessed the rapid rise of fintech and its profound impact on traditional financial institutions, prompting me to shift my career in that direction. I co-founded Manifest Executive Consultancy with a fellow banker from the industry. Our focus is fintech. Essentially, our goal—which aligns with my personal aspirations—is to act as a bridge between traditional institutions and digital entities. In this capacity, we provide digital transformation consultancy to established financial institutions and financial infrastructure providers, such as stock exchanges and their central clearing and depository organizations. We also advise fintech companies, helping them grow and institutionalize so they can reach corporate clients. Throughout this process, we engage with these innovative products and leverage our own banking and financial expertise to bring them to fruition.

A Long Journey in the World of Finance

The financial world is characterized by constant change and evolution. Serving as a senior executive at Citibank for 20 years in this dynamic sector requires a wealth of experience and knowledge. Managing operations across 14 countries in the Middle East and Africa region—based in Dubai—demonstrates the vast geographical scope of this experience. The rise of fintech and its impact on traditional financial institutions served as the inspiration for a career shift, ultimately leading to the founding of Manifest Executive Consultancy.

The Intersection of Fintech and Traditional Finance

Fintech is undergoing a major transformation driven by the digitalization of financial services. Traditional financial institutions must keep pace with this change. By bridging these two worlds, Manifest Executive Consultancy provides advisory services to both traditional and digital financial institutions. These services aim to accelerate digital transformation processes and enhance efficiency.

The Mission of Manifest Executive Consultancy

Manifest Executive Consultancy aims to act as a bridge between traditional financial institutions and digital entities. This mission is built upon supporting the digital transformation processes of financial institutions and contributing to the growth of fintech companies. The ultimate goal is to make financial services more accessible and effective.

Advisory Services for Fintech Companies

Fintech companies operate within a rapidly growing and evolving sector. Manifest Executive Consultancy provides advisory services to these companies to foster their growth and support their institutionalization, enabling them to reach a broader customer base. These services assist fintech companies in achieving their strategic objectives. Digital Transformation Support for Traditional Financial Institutions

Traditional financial institutions may encounter various challenges during their digital transformation journeys. Manifest Executive Consultancy guides these institutions through the process, helping them boost efficiency and gain a competitive edge. This transformation enables the delivery of financial services in a faster and more effective manner.

The Importance of Experience and Expertise

Extensive experience and expertise gained over many years in the financial sector provide a significant advantage during digital transformation. Manifest Executive Consultancy leverages this background to deliver superior service to its clients, enabling financial institutions and fintech companies to operate more effectively and efficiently.

Conclusion

Twenty years of experience in the financial world, the ability to provide leadership across a wide geographical area, and a mission to bridge the gap between fintech and traditional financial institutions form the cornerstones of Manifest Executive Consultancy. By guiding both traditional financial institutions and fintech organizations through digital transformation, the firm contributes to making financial services more accessible and effective, utilizing its deep experience and expertise to ensure the highest quality of service.