We are in Dubai again in 2025. This time, the award belongs to Saledo!

Duygu Yılmaz Köksal returned in 2025 to the University of Wollongong in Dubai—where she completed her master’s degree in 2010—this time as the recipient of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Award.Being honored by the university she graduated from for her work in entrepreneurship made this moment feel like a meaningful reunion in her journey.

Coming together under the same roof with the rector, academics, alumni, and key figures of the entrepreneurial ecosystem deepened the significance of this special night even further. The award represents more than an individual achievement; it reflects the value placed on innovation and purpose-driven growth.

Saledo, which focuses on local production and upcycling, continues to attract global attention. We take great pride in carrying the spirit of entrepreneurship beyond graduation and expanding our impact in sustainable and innovative food systems.