With the objective of developing high-caliber executive conferences based on an exclusive marketplace platform, Atil Ural co-founded the company business factors in 2008 together with Alexander Stärke.
Honorary Professor Atil Ural brings more than 20 years of experience in the development, positioning and execution of international conference and exchange formats. As Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in Germany and President of the Board of Directors in Switzerland, he is responsible for the strategic direction of the conference portfolio, operational structures, as well as global sales and marketing strategy. In addition, he serves as CEO and shareholder of U&W Investment Holding GmbH and acts as a strategic investor, focusing on the sustainable development and long-term growth of his portfolio companies.
He is an Honorary Professor of Business Analytics at the European School of Data Science and Technology. A key pillar of his work is the consistent internationalization of the conference portfolio, which he actively positions on the global stage. In this context, he cultivates and expands strong relationships with international decision-makers from business, politics and institutional sectors, thereby fostering connections that enhance exchange between global markets and Germany as a business location. Through his extensive experience, he has built a far-reaching international network and continuously establishes platforms that enable high-level executive dialogue. His events regularly bring together influential stakeholders from diverse sectors, creating an environment for direct exchange and long-term collaboration.
Another strategic focus lies in the expansion of new thematic areas, particularly within the defense sector. In this field, Atil Ural has deliberately developed a network and established platforms that connect representatives from governments, military organizations, industry and politics. The objective is to structure dialogue on security and geopolitical issues while promoting cross-sector collaboration.
Furthermore, he regularly represents his companies at international conferences, industry events and exclusive networking gatherings, engaging with senior decision-makers across various contexts. His work is characterized by the integration of economic, political and institutional perspectives on a global scale.