Biography
Deniz Sahenk, at 80 years old, is a Turkish businesswoman primarily known as the widow of Ayhan Sahenk, the founder of Doğuş Holding. Her source of wealth is diversified, stemming from her late husband's business ventures, which span various sectors including finance, media, tourism, and real estate. While she doesn't hold an active role in the conglomerate, her financial standing is significant. In 2015, she was ranked as one of the world's richest individuals by Forbes, with a net worth of $1.3 billion. Her career has been intertwined with Doğuş Holding, one of Turkey's largest corporations. She is also a shareholder of Garanti BBVA, where most of her fortune derives. Her children, Ferit and Filiz Sahenk, are also billionaires.