ABOUT

With over 12 years of experience in the fashion industry, Yeliz is a well-known name in global media and luxury fashion, recognized for her influential network of media professionals, fashion journalists, and key industry leaders. As the former Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Netherlands, she redefined the magazine’s editorial direction, bringing more diverse and inclusive storytelling to the forefront while merging cutting-edge fashion narratives with high-quality journalism.

Now, as a sought-after (luxury) fashion consultant, Yeliz leverages her deep industry expertise and strategic vision to advise renowned and upcoming brands in the luxury market. She specializes in brand strategy, creative direction, and market positioning - helping brands not just stay ahead of trends, but define them and set new industry standards. As an expert in strategic brand positioning, she ensures that brands gain maximum visibility, particularly within high-impact media and influential fashion circles. Yeliz is known for her sharp eye and intuitive coaching of female founders - guiding them to step into greater visibility, own their narrative, and elevate their presence with confidence and power. In addition to her consultancy work, she founded FI Business Academy - a platform dedicated to empowering ambitious women through knowledge, visibility, and connection. With a podcast, masterclasses, and live talks, FI shares real-world insight and inspiration to help more women lead, grow, and stand out in their industries. Supporting women to step into greater visibility and own their space isn’t a side note - it’s at the core of everything she does.

Beyond her consultancy work, Yeliz is also a dynamic speaker, sharing insights on the power of fashion, women’s empowerment, and diversity and inclusion - key themes that have shaped her career and influence in the industry.