Mr. Ferhat Demir who is from Nusaybin, Mardin moved to İzmir in 1992 and started working at his brother’s company. He worked in the management department and as a craftsman for 15 years and improved himself in professional life. Mr. Ferhat Demir, having equipped himself with his experience, made the decision to start his own business.
Mr. Ferhat Demir returned to Mardin in 2016 and supported creating employment in the region through the government supports. İlkfa Tekstil carries out contract manufacturing and production of trousers for various brands. Mr. Ferhat Demir’s goal is to establish his own brand and operate in the international arena. As both the owner and chairman of the company, Mr. Ferhat Demir learned about the FOSTER Project Employment Committed SME Finance Support Programme through KOSGEB.
With this financial support, he purchased machinery, provided employment, and expanded his business line. Mr. Ferhat Demir states that the two Turkish citizens and two foreigners under temporary protection, whom they employed thanks to the project, have made a great contribution to the growth of the company thanks to their experience and hard work.
Looking to the future, the company plans to establish a new firm. Mr. Ferhat Demir mentioned that their new facility, currently under construction, will be operational within four months. Their goal is to reach 250 employees, aiming to grow both in terms of workforce.
