Neslihan Ataselim

From her start as an Assistant PM through being a Director of Hospitality, to her current role as Vice President and Director of Operations, Nes has demonstrated exemplary commitment and growth over two decades in the construction industry. We could not be prouder Nes has dedicated her career and future with Vanguard. A firm, conscientious and steady leader, her ability to zoom in on granular details while focusing on the big picture at hand allows Nes to resolve challenges with a minimum of fuss. In addition, Nes explores ways our company can modernize, improve our process, or add more talent. She converts our client’s dreams into reality by delivering the highest standards of service. Nes utilizes her training as a yoga instructor to help maintain her calm.

“In yoga, you move very fast from one pose to the next. Some you stay in longer. My favorite is the extended side angle bind. You need to be flexible, twist and stretch, and also be strong to hold it. It’s difficult yet also relaxing, like running a project. Everything moves
fast but at the same time, you focus on certain things to anchor the job. Coming out of that pose, I feel different. Finishing jobs can be tough, but I always feel tremendous satisfaction afterwards.
—Nes Ataselim

Nes holds a BA in Business Administration from Dokuz Eylul University and an MBA in Financial Management from Pace University. Through PWC Professional Women in Construction, she mentors young professionals in the industry. Recently, Nes read 10% Happier by Dan Harris, a memoir about meditation and mindfulness. Harris suggests letting go of one’s ego can reduce stress in one’s life. A few people who work in construction could benefit from this book.