Burak Çakmak built his career at the intersection of fashion, business, and sustainability. After studying business administration, he held leadership roles across global fashion companies including Kering, where he helped shape sustainability strategies for some of the world's most influential luxury brands. His ability to bridge commercial success with responsible innovation established him as one of the industry's foremost authorities on the future of fashion.

Over the past two decades, Çakmak has become a leading global voice in fashion education and sustainable innovation. In 2021, he was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Fashion Commission of Saudi Arabia, where he has led the country's efforts to build a world-class fashion ecosystem, launching initiatives in designer development, manufacturing, education, and investment as part of Saudi Vision 2030. Before this, he served as Dean of Fashion at Parsons School of Design, transforming its curriculum to place sustainability, technology, and entrepreneurship at the centre of fashion education. Today, he continues to champion the growth of Saudi Arabia's fashion industry while fostering international collaborations, supporting emerging designers, and positioning the Kingdom as an increasingly influential player in the global fashion landscape.