User:Yagmurcanbaz/Memduh Erdal

Memduh Erdal is a businessman who was born on March 20, 1935 in Ortaköy, Northern Cyprus. He studied at Ortaköy Secondary School until 1947. His own company, Memduh Erdal Co. Ltd. It was founded in 1952. He served as the Director of the Cyprus Credit Bank Board of Directors and also the General Secretary for many years. He has been the founder and Chairman of the Board of Girne American University since 1987. U.C.N.C., a private university founded in 1985. He is on the Board of Trustees of the Institution. AWARDS

Erdal was presented with the Silver Medal for his Services by Queen Elizabeth II in 1958.

Other rewards are listed below.


 * '20. The Order of the "Important Persons of the Century" was awarded by I.B.C. (International Biographical Center)
 * In 1999, he was awarded the "Man of the Year" by the Order of Memory, A.B.I. awarded by. (American Biographical Institute of U.S.A)
 * International 'Honorary Award' given by I.B.C.
 * The first five-hundredth of the millennium, I.B.C. given by.
 * Awarded the Order of Remembrance by the A.B.I.
 * The 'Man of the Year 2000' medal was awarded by the A.B.I.
 * The International Man of the Millennium was awarded by I.B.C.
 * His commendable achievement in education was awarded the Golden Order by the I.B.C.
 * Awarded the Global Torch of Inspiration by the A.B.I. (in 2000)
 * Awarded by the A.B.I for its key role in professional performance and leadership in education.
 * Certified professional management and business practice society (in the UK)
 * He was awarded the Golden Order in 1995 by the Ski Experts in Turkey.
 * In 1999, he was awarded the Order of Merit by the A.B.I.
 * Awarded the 20th Century Medal of Merit by the A.B.I. (USA)
 * The medal, which expresses the privilege of exemplary human being bearing the seal of President in the fields of Business and Education, was given by the A.B.I.
 * In 2004, the Gold Medal was awarded in memory of the WBF (World Budo Federation) 2nd World Championship.
 * TRNC Teakwondo-Karate-Aikido-Kurash-Wushu Federation was awarded the 'Outstanding Service Certificate' at the 30th Anniversary celebrations.
 * Awarded as an honorary member by the "International Union of Diplomats" recognized by the United Nations.

EDUCATION:

He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Southeastern University Washington D.C. in 1992. His Ph.D. article about his character states:

Most importantly, as the Founder and Chairman of Girne American University, you have dedicated yourself to providing better and quality education to the students of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. With the educational model of this institution you have established, you have provided students in this region with the opportunity to express themselves in a unique way to the International cultures and educational atmosphere. Your success in striving despite political, economic and logistical obstacles demonstrates your determination to expand western education opportunities to the Eastern Mediterranean.

ACHIEVEMENTS:

Mr. Erdal received a letter and an engagement award, to be invited to the Presidential Palace by the President of Turkey. At the same time, he received a text on Cyprus from Secretary Clinton, which was a response from the United States. Seen in his biography:


 * - '20 in the I.B.C's edition. "Important Persons of the Century"
 * - 'The First Five Hundred People in the Millennium' appeared on Page 2 of the magazine published by I.B.C.
 * - Named one of the Five Hundred Influential Leaders by the A.B.I.
 * - It was published in the European Businessmen's Catalogue as a full page in 1995. 'Who is Where, What Is He Doing'
 * - Who's Who in Today's Turkey, 1999.
 * - He was elected as a World Citizen in 2002, representing the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus by the A.B.I. ,
 * - He was awarded the 'One World-Diverse Yet Interwined Gold Medal for Turkey' by A.B.I.
 * - Selected as one of the '100 Most Extraordinary Men of 2007' by I.B.C UK.

EXPERIENCE:

He has been a member of the Council of Northern Cyprus for 16 years, and at the same time, he acted as the mayor of Northern Cyprus Nicosia for a while. He is a member of the Girne Rotary Club and also a Member of the Board of Directors. He is a lifetime member of the World Institute of Achievement. (July, 2000) He is a Board Member of Cyprus Credit Development and Investment Company Ltd. He is the director of Universal Brands Group – Continental Associate- Royal DF Operations – Selective Cosmetics – Cosmopolitan

Cosmetics – Desinator Accessories – Cksperactive companies, Chairman of Future American College, Primary School.

PERSONAL:

Memduh Erdal is married to Sermin  Hanım and they have a son  and a daughter. Memduh Erdal also has five grandchildren. Hunting, water skiing, swimming, sailing, skiing, surfing and shooting are among his hobbies. He is fluent in English and Turkish and can speak fluently.