Blend360, a premier data science and AI solutions provider, has announced that co-founder Ozgur Dogan has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer. Dogan, who has been instrumental in developing the company’s AI and advanced analytics capabilities since its inception, transitions into the role as enterprises globally accelerate their shift from AI experimentation to full-scale production. He previously served as President of the Americas, where he led the company’s global services and AI-powered solutions organization.
Co-founder Ozgur Dogan is appointed CEO of Blend360.
The leadership change occurs during a period of rapid enterprise investment in AI and modern data platforms.
Blend360 currently employs over 1,300 professionals across North America, Europe, India, and Latin America.
Co-founders Patrick Hennessy and Tim Berry remain committed to the firm, focusing on board-level management and growth.
Dogan is recognized as a member of the WSJ Tech Council and a top influential practitioner by DataIQ.
Since the founding of Blend360, Dogan has played a central role in aligning data science, engineering, and consulting to deliver measurable business outcomes. His background includes serving as Chief Marketing Officer of the NASDAQ-listed e-commerce firm Hepsiburada and leading the Data Solutions Group at Merkle. His expertise in scaling large-scale analytics solutions is now positioned to drive Blend360’s innovation and partnership strategies during a critical era for agentic AI and enterprise data transformation.
The leadership transition comes at a time when Blend360 has reached a significant scale, now working with Fortune 1000 and high-growth companies worldwide. The company’s integrated approach allows clients to move beyond pilot programs into enterprise-wide deployments that enhance productivity and competitive advantage. Dogan’s appointment is intended to strengthen this momentum, ensuring that the firm continues to provide high-impact, actionable AI solutions for a diverse global clientele.
"We've established a reputation for scaling AI in meaningful ways for our customers, and we're seeing strong momentum as demand continues to accelerate," said Dogan. "At Blend, we've built a world-class global team operating at the intersection of data science, engineering, and business strategy, delivering real, measurable outcomes. I'm excited about the value we can create for our customers — and we have a lot planned."
Former CEO Patrick Hennessy and co-founder Tim Berry will continue to work closely with the leadership team, focusing on operational priorities and long-term scaling efforts. The founders expressed significant confidence in Dogan’s ability to lead the company forward, citing his deep technical expertise and client-centric approach.
"This is a major milestone for Blend, and one we mark with real pride," said Hennessy. "Blend is fortunate to have exactly the kind of leader this moment calls for — a world-class AI practitioner who is equally driven by the people he leads and the customers he serves. In today's rapidly evolving AI landscape, we're confident he's the right leader to accelerate what we've built and deliver on the opportunity ahead."
Blend360 is a premier data science solutions provider, committed to co-creating meaningful impact for its clients through the power of data science, AI, technology, and people. With a mission to fuel bold visions, Blend tackles significant challenges by seamlessly aligning human expertise with artificial intelligence. The company is dedicated to unlocking growth and fostering innovation, paving the way to value for its clients by harnessing world-class talent and a data-driven strategy. By blending in, Blend ensures its clients stand out, making the world a better place through the transformative potential of data science.
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