Bulent Tastan

Bulent Tastan is a seasoned computer science professional with extensive experience in software engineering, entrepreneurship, and business leadership. Tastan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Bogazici University and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Computer Science from the University of Central Florida.

Tastan has worked with some of the top tech companies in the world, including Facebook, Amazon, and Microsoft, and has also been a founder and co-founder of various businesses such as Immerse: Audio-Only Language Exchange, Planogy, OceanTree Co., and MeSize. His passion for technology and entrepreneurship has led him to be a Fellow at On Deck, where he advises and collaborates with other tech founders.

Tastan's latest venture, Immerse: Audio-Only Language Exchange, is a platform that offers a new way to learn languages by connecting people through audio-only conversations. His skills in software engineering and entrepreneurship have allowed him to create successful businesses that tackle complex problems while staying innovative and creative.