Ayhan HÜZMELİ

Ayhan Hüzmeli, Chairman of the Board, Troya Hotels

A third-generation member of one of Istanbul's long-established hotelier families, Ayhan Hüzmeli continues his successful career in trade and hospitality. Leading the group's activities with Troya Hotel Taksim and Hotel Troya Balat, he also serves as a Member of the Assembly of the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce and of its Hotels Professional Committee.

Born in Hatay in 1968, Ayhan Hüzmeli followed in the footsteps of his family, who entered the hotel business in Istanbul, and has been active in the sector from a young age. He applies the experience accumulated since his family began operating hotels in 1964 in his roles as Chairman of the Board and CEO of Troya Hotels.

Hüzmeli is also known for his contributions to social responsibility projects. He serves on the boards of trustees of TÜGEV (Tourism Development and Education Foundation) and the Information Technologies Foundation, and supports his club as a member of the Fenerbahçe Congress and of the 1907 Fenerbahçe Association.

Fluent in English, Greek and Arabic, Ayhan Hüzmeli communicates effectively in multicultural business and social settings, which has helped him build a strong network of business contacts in Türkiye and abroad.

Continuing to be a prominent figure in the business world through his experience, leadership and social responsibility work, he was elected Board Member at the 25th General Assembly of the Hotel Association of Türkiye on 5 May 2025.