Ozan Atsiz

Ozan Atsiz is an Associate Professor and Institute Director at Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University's Faculty of Tourism. With a doctorate in Tourism Management from Istanbul University (2020), he has established himself as a leading researcher in heritage tourism, cultural experiences, and the sharing economy within tourism contexts. His academic career shows steady progression from research assistant positions at Istanbul University (2014-2017) and Yozgat Bozok University (2017-2022) to his current role as Associate Professor (2023-present).

• Current Position: Associate Professor and Institute Director, Faculty of Tourism, Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University
• Previous Positions: Doctor Lecturer (2022), Research Assistant at Yozgat Bozok University (2017-2022), Research Assistant at Istanbul University (2014-2017)
• Education: Doctorate in Tourism Management (2020, Istanbul University), Master's in Tourism Guidance (2016, Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University), Bachelor's in Tourism and Hotel Management (2014, Anadolu University)

Professor Atsiz's research primarily examines tourist behavior in cultural destinations, with particular emphasis on meal-sharing platforms, heritage site experiences, and sustainable tourism practices. His work frequently employs innovative methodologies including netnography and content analysis of online reviews to understand how tourists engage with cultural heritage through both physical and virtual experiences. He has made significant contributions to understanding local-guided tours in the sharing economy, virtual heritage tourism, and post-pandemic tourism recovery.

His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output with multiple articles in top-tier SSCI-indexed journals across 2022-2025, showing particular strength in analyzing the intersection of technology, culture, and tourism experiences. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications for tourism destination management.

• 2024 Academic Performance Award from Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University

As Institute Director, Professor Atsiz leads research initiatives focused on regional tourism development, particularly in Cappadocia. He teaches courses including World Heritage Sites, Natural and Cultural Heritage of Cappadocia, Tourism Economics, and Tourism Sociology, reflecting his expertise in cultural and heritage tourism. His work connects academic research with practical tourism development strategies for Central Anatolia's unique cultural landscape.