Tolga Dizmen

Tolga Dizmen

From event designer to COO to AI powered operator. Helping others make the leap.

Articles

Shake Up: Our Own Sprint Method
This is the story of how we adapted Shape Up and what we learned about optimism, focus, and iteration.
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Shifting Gears: The Dynamic COO Role in Startups
I explore the evolving role of the COO in the modern tech and startup landscape. I talk about various COO roles, such as Data-Driven Strategist, a Guiding Hand, and an Integrator.
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A Non-Techie's Guide to Thriving at Hackathons
I'm not an engineer (developer) or a designer. Yet, this year, I took part in two hackathons and came home with prizes from both. You can do it too. Trust me, it's not that hard.
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Projects

Vibe Coding 101
I create YouTube videos teaching beginners how to build real applications using AI-powered coding tools. No prior programming experience needed.
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Vibe Coding 101 Workshops
I run a hands-on online program for beginners since July 2025. Each cohort is two weeks long and includes 6 hours of live workshops.

Experience

COO | Talent Protocol

tech data blockchain

Board Member | Toyi

toy design education

Fin & Ops Director | ATÖLYE

design consultancy community

Lecturer | Istanbul Bilgi Uni.

event design education

Co-founder | showhow

event design