# Leadership Change at KTSD: Nilgün Dayıoğlugil Appointed President

> A new era begins at the Cosmetics and Cleaning Products Industrialists Association (KTSD) as Ahmet Pura is named Honorary President after 27 years of leadership.

Published: 2026-04-06T13:59:00+00:00
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The Cosmetics and Cleaning Products Industrialists Association (KTSD) officially entered a new phase following its **7th Ordinary General Assembly**, held in Istanbul on **March 25, 2026**. During the meeting, long-serving Chairman **Ahmet Pura** transferred his role to **Nilgün Dayıoğlugil**.

By unanimous decision of the General Assembly, Pura—who has played a key role in shaping the association for **27 years**—was awarded the title of **Honorary President** in recognition of his contributions to the sector.

### Strong Leadership with Global Industry Representation

The new Executive Board, which will serve until **March 2028**, consists of senior representatives from leading multinational companies in the sector.

The new leadership team includes:

- **Nilgün Dayıoğlugil** (Avon International) – President

- **Melike Özener** (P&G Türkiye) – Vice President

- **Mehmet Fuat Morgül** (Hayat Kimya) – Vice President

- **Özlem Arız** (Kimberly-Clark Europe) – Vice President

**Ebru Şenel Erim** (Unilever) has been appointed as Secretary General, while **Eser Arıcı Kıroğlu** (ABC Detergent) will serve as Treasurer.

### Focus on Sustainable Growth and Public Engagement

In the new term, KTSD aims to strengthen its strategic dialogue with public authorities and prioritize the sector’s **sustainable growth objectives**.

Newly appointed President Nilgün Dayıoğlugil emphasized her commitment to carrying forward the institutional legacy built under Ahmet Pura’s leadership with the same vision and determination.

### Strengthening Global Representation

With its renewed leadership, KTSD will continue to enhance Türkiye’s production capabilities and industry standards in cosmetics and cleaning products on international platforms.