Berna Oztinaz currently serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Genel Energy, an independent oil and gas exploration and production company based in London. In this role, she oversees Global HR, IT, and ESG functions. Berna has executive experience at companies including Genel Energy Plc., DeFacto, STFA Holding, Enerjisa Holding A.Ş., and Kordsa Global, where she managed various functions such as strategy, HR, brand management, industrial relations, business excellence, and culture transformation. She has also held board positions at Ayedas Electricity Distribution Company and Toroslar Electricity Distribution Company and currently serves on the board of Passage A.S. and HR Tech Solutions. 
Berna is the first female President of the European Association of People Management (EAPM) and the first female board member representing Europe in the World Federation of People Management Associations (WFPMA). 

She holds academic qualifications in Business Administration from Istanbul University and an Executive MBA from Sabancı University. 

With a global perspective, experience in diverse cultural environments, and a professional background covering industries like Energy (Oil and Gas), Electricity, Retail, Manufacturing, Tech, and Construction, Berna excels in guiding businesses through challenging periods and leading successful organizational transformations.
Berna's voluntary work focuses on enhancing leadership practices and fostering collaboration among people management professionals globally. Her dedication lies in leadership studies and practices, and she has focused on strategy development, stakeholder relations, people management, culture, change management, and diversity and inclusion.

Enthusiastic about catalyzing positive change and fostering growth, Berna is a firm believer in the power of individuals to create a meaningful impact and elevate the world around them.