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military_tech AHILIK HERITAGE FROM 1970 TO THE PRESENT

Our Presidents, Past and Present

The centuries-old Ahilik tradition of the Konya Goldsmiths and Jewelers Association was built under the leadership of our esteemed presidents, who instilled trust and honesty in our tradesmen. This cherished legacy, inherited from the past, is carried into the future today with the same determination.

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IN OFFICE (2025 — Present)
Tahir Azman
Current President

Tahir Azman

Chairman of the Board

calendar_today 2025 — Ongoing

"As the association's management, with the mandate given to us by our members, we will provide every convenience in protecting the rights of our colleagues and resolve problems with faster, more practical solutions. So that the services required do not remain limited to the association's activities alone, we will serve our Konya, our fellow citizens and our profession with the most honest and upright approach."

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history Our Former Presidents (1970 — 2025)
Yusuf Yaşar

Yusuf Yaşar

2020 - 2025

Chairman of the Board

Took office in 2020 and served as President of the Konya Goldsmiths and Jewelers Association until 2025.

Mehmet Kuşdemir

Mehmet Kuşdemir

favorite Deceased
2018 - 2020

Chairman of the Board

Championed the vision of keeping the Ahilik culture of Konya's jewelers alive and passing on traditional ethical values to young jewelers. Passed away from Covid-19 while in office. May he rest in peace.

İsmail Karagöz

İsmail Karagöz

2015 - 2018

Chairman of the Board

Served as president of the association from 2015 to 2018. Worked actively on sector reliability and on combating counterfeit and low-karat gold.

Mehmet Tüfekçioğlu

Mehmet Tüfekçioğlu

2014 - 2015

Chairman of the Board

Carried out successful work to maintain price consistency in Konya's jewelry sector, prevent unfair competition and ensure that jewelers were actively represented in cooperation with the chamber of commerce.

Mustafa Dolmacı

Mustafa Dolmacı

2011 - 2014

Chairman of the Board

Served as President of the Konya Goldsmiths and Jewelers Association from 2011 to 2014, working to resolve tradesmen's problems and to strengthen solidarity within the sector.

Ziya Özboyacı

Ziya Özboyacı

2008 - 2011

Chairman of the Board

Served as president of the association from 12.02.2008 to 27.01.2011 and carried out various sector projects aimed at protecting the rights of our tradesmen.

Mithat Soral

Mithat Soral

2002 - 2008

Chairman of the Board

Served as president of the association from 25.04.2002 to 12.02.2008 and took important steps towards the development and institutionalization of the jewelry profession.

Mustafa Sevi

Mustafa Sevi

2002 - 2002

Chairman of the Board

Held the presidency of the association for a short period from 06.03.2002 to 24.04.2002, coordinating the unity of the tradesmen during this time.

Rıza Yüzer

Rıza Yüzer

favorite Deceased
1987 - 2002

Chairman of the Board

Served continuously as president of the association for more than 14 years, from 25.12.1987 to 04.02.2002, and played a key role in strengthening the association's institutional structure.

Ahmet Yüzbaşıgil

Ahmet Yüzbaşıgil

1987 - 1987

Chairman of the Board

Served as president of the association from 09.06.1987 to 01.12.1987.

Ali İlhan Baştaş

Ali İlhan Baştaş

1985 - 1987

Chairman of the Board

Served as president of the association from 21.10.1985 to 13.05.1987.

Fahrettin Süleyman Odak

Fahrettin Süleyman Odak

favorite Deceased
1985 - 1985

Chairman of the Board

Served as president of the association from 20.06.1985 to 23.09.1985.

Ali Onüçyıldız

Ali Onüçyıldız

favorite Deceased
1970 - 1985

Honorary President & Founder

Our founder and honorary president, who laid the foundations of our association and took the first steps towards institutionalization by uniting the jewelers under one roof. Served with great dedication for 15 years.

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