Muge is the executive director of employer relations at the Kelley School of Business, where she oversees employer engagement across programs through a consultative portfolio management approach. She leads a team of industry-specialized professionals, cultivating strategic partnerships that connect top employers with students.
Her team collaborates with undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs to support students in pursuing opportunities ranging from internships to executive roles. She works closely with employers to develop customized recruiting strategies tailored to their needs—whether for internships, full-time positions, leadership programs, or experienced hires. By aligning employer engagement efforts with student career goals, she fosters pathways for long-term success.
Prior to joining Kelley in January 2019, Muge served as the human resources director at Liberty Mutual in Istanbul, overseeing all people functions and enhancing the employee experience. With over a decade of management and human capital consulting experience, she has advised clients across five continents on corporate strategy, organizational effectiveness, M&A, and post-merger integration. She holds degrees from Uludag University and Istanbul Technical University.
Muge is passionate about making work better for people and people better at work through transformational leadership. She fosters an inclusive culture where individuals can maximize their potential and is committed to building meaningful connections that create impactful career experiences for students, employers, and professionals alike. She is driven by a passion for helping people recognize what is possible and empowering them to achieve it.