In the heart of Istanbul, where the Bosphorus bridges continents and histories collide, Uğur Akkuş is scripting a modern saga of ambition and patriotism. As the founder of A&S Investment Holding Company, a multi-million-dollar empire nestled in the iconic Trump Towers, Akkuş is not merely a businessman—he is a visionary architect reshaping Turkey’s economic destiny. With investments spanning manufacturing, tourism, finance, and cutting-edge technology, his ventures are as diverse as the nation he champions. But beyond boardrooms and balance sheets, Akkuş’s true mission pulses with a deeper rhythm: to elevate Turkey into a global powerhouse, fueled by innovation, education, and unyielding national pride.
The year 2022, declared by Akkuş as the “Year of Investment in Turkey,” marks a pivotal chapter in this story. He observes a seismic shift in global trade dynamics—China’s manufacturing stronghold waning under embargoes and pandemic disruptions, shipping costs skyrocketing tenfold. In this turbulence, Akkuş spies opportunity. “Turkey is the perfect solution,” he asserts, his voice brimming with conviction. Positioned at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, the nation’s geographic and strategic allure is undeniable. As global corporations pivot, Akkuş positions A&S as a conduit for this incoming tide of capital, foreseeing a decade where wealth migrates from conflict-ridden regions to Turkey’s stable shores.
Yet Akkuş’s foresight extends beyond borders. Amid the chaos of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, he envisions a future where Turkey plays a central role in reconstruction. While aiding Ukrainian refugees, his team quietly drafts blueprints to revive Ukraine’s decimated industries—food, textiles, construction. “When peace returns,” he says, “we’ll be ready to rebuild.”
The pandemic, too, became a canvas for Akkuş’s resolve. While others faltered, he transformed crisis into catalyst. Confronting Turkey’s mask shortage, A&S birthed Istanbul’s largest PPE manufacturer overnight, supplying hospitals from Ankara to New York. “We didn’t pause,” he recalls. “We asked: How will Turkey emerge stronger?” His answer lay in harnessing the nation’s young, educated workforce—a generation primed to drive a digital revolution.
Enter Bitmoneycoin.com, A&S’s audacious leap into blockchain. Set to launch as Turkey’s first national cryptocurrency, the platform promises to democratize finance, offering discounts, airdrops, and venture funding for tech-savvy entrepreneurs. Akkuş’s eyes sparkle as he describes it: “This isn’t just currency—it’s a gateway for Turkey to lead the digital age.” Through the Ascoin Invest Program, profits will seed innovations by young Turks, blending profit with purpose.
Akkuş’s journey is rooted in legacy. A third-generation magnate, he inherited not just a knack for trade but a philosophy of service. Fluent in four languages and seasoned through roles in international councils, he melds global acuity with local passion. “Business is my way of giving back,” he reflects, his accolades—including Best Businessman and CEO of 2022—testament to a career woven with integrity and foresight.
Today, as the world steps into a “new normal,” Akkuş’s Turkey stands poised. A&S’s portfolio burgeons, from manufacturing hubs to crypto exchanges, each venture a thread in the nation’s rising tapestry. Yet for Akkuş, the metrics of success transcend profit. “True wealth,” he muses, “is a thriving Turkey—a beacon of stability, innovation, and hope.”
In the glow of Istanbul’s skyline, Uğur Akkuş is more than a CEO. He is a patriot-prophet, charting a course where tradition and tomorrow converge. And as 2022 unfolds, the world watches—ready to witness the awakening of Turkey’s economic renaissance, one visionary investment at a time.
