Letter of Support for Eray Sertaç Ersayın’s Candidacy for WDO President Elect,
To the WDO Secretariat and Members,
On behalf of YEKON – the Creative Industries Council Association of Türkiye – we are honored to express our wholehearted support for the candidacy of our President, Eray Sertaç Ersayın, for the position of President of the World Design Organization (WDO).
Mr. Ersayın has been a visionary leader in Türkiye and beyond, known for his unwavering commitment to uniting diverse creative disciplines, fostering cross-sector collaboration, and advancing the role of design and creativity in business, innovation, and public policy. His efforts have been pivotal in shaping Türkiye’s national strategies for the creative industries and in positioning design as a key driver of sustainable economic growth.
Among his many achievements, he played a leading role in the founding of the Istanbul Creative Hub—a pioneering platform that promotes interdisciplinary innovation and global engagement. Through his leadership in national and international platforms, Mr. Ersayın has consistently exemplified inclusive, future-oriented, and globally connected design leadership.
We firmly believe that his extensive experience, strategic vision, and ability to bridge cultures, industries, and global creative communities make him exceptionally well-suited to guide WDO in its next phase of impact. His presidency would mark a strong step forward for WDO’s mission to promote design for a better world.
As YEKON, we offer our full and enthusiastic support for Eray Sertaç Ersayın’s candidacy and are confident that his leadership will contribute significantly to the continued growth, influence, and global relevance of the World Design Organization.
Sincerely,