Dr. Aslı Elif Tanuğur Samancı, a successful female entrepreneur, was honored with an award at the Future Promising Entrepreneurs Competition! In 2024, the third edition of GVG24 gathered technology-focused entrepreneurs from across Turkey to identify the future leaders in the field. Dr. Samancı, a respected food engineering specialist, served as a jury member at the event and received the StartUp Başakşehir Special Award.

The Eurasian Quality Awards winners were announced by the Eurasian Consumers Protection Association in 2024! BEE&YOU was honored with an award for earning the love of consumers with its emphasis on beekeeping activities, sustainability, and product reliability.

The Eurasian Quality Awards winners were announced by the Eurasian Consumers Protection Association in 2023! BEE&YOU, celebrating its 10th year, was honored with an award for earning the love of consumers with its emphasis on beekeeping activities, sustainability, and product reliability.

BEE&YOU FOUNDER AND CEO, MS. ASLI SAMANCI, FEATURED IN ACQUISITION INTERNATIONAL We are excited to share that Acquisition International has published an article highlighting the inspiring journey of Dr. Asli Samanci, the founder and CEO of BEE&YOU. The article explores the origins of BEE&YOU and its impact on the immune support industry. "Dr. Asli Samanci, a mother to a child with autoimmune disease, started BEE&YOU to create a natural and effective solution. She sourced raw propolis and developed her own product, which yielded remarkable results for her child. This led to the establishment of BEE&YOU in 2013, aiming to provide top-quality immune enhancement products. BEE&YOU has gained prominence in the industry, with over 10 years of sales and numerous awards. The brand's "Contracted Beekeeping" model ensures high-quality and sustainable bee products sourced from trusted beekeepers. BEE&YOU supports 5,000 contracted beekeepers and maintains 500,000 beehives. Dr. Asli Samanci's dedication to natural remedies has earned global recognition for BEE&YOU. The brand offers the highest quality immune support products, improving the lives of individuals and families." The article in Acquisition International showcases the achievements of Ms. Asli Samanci and the impact of BEE&YOU. Through her journey, she has revolutionized the immune supporting industry and inspired entrepreneurs worldwide. BEE&YOU continues to make a significant difference by offering natural products of the utmost quality. Discover our article by clicking on this link: www.acquisition-international.com/issues/issue-9-2023/

BEE&YOU Rhinapi Nasal Spray Shines at Pharmaceutical Industry Awards! BEE&YOU has achieved another significant success with its outstanding achievements in the field of research and development (R&D) and innovation. BEE&YOU Rhinapi Nasal Spray eraned the approval of the jury by making it to the finals in the "Innovation/Application of the Year" competition at the prestigious Annual Pharmaceutical Industry Awards. BEE&YOU Rhinapi Nasal Spray is a 100% natural nasal spray containing patented pure Anatolian propolis, glycerin, eucalyptus, and hypertonic saline solution. Classified as a medical device, BEE&YOU Rhinapi Nasal Spray is available for sale in 14 countries. Suitable for continuous use due to its lack of pharmaceutical ingredients, it is used in the treatment of nasal congestion and runny nose associated with conditions such as sinusitis, cold, allergic, and non-allergic rhinitis.

AMERICA'S PATENTED PROPOLIS PRODUCER BEE&YOU HONORED WITH INNOVATION AWARD In a culminating event dedicated to unraveling the potential of innovation, which took place in Istanbul, we have witnessed firms gathering on a special occasion. At the prestigious InovaLIG Champions Award Ceremony, attended by 2,500 companies from different sectors, pioneering female entrepreneur and propolis producer BEE&YOU, cofounded by Dr. Aslı Samancı, came out on top in the Innovation Cycle category. Dr. Aslı Samancı, CoFounder and General Manager of BEE&YOU, Becomes the Recipient of the First Prize in the Innovation Cycle Category! Upon accepting the award, Dr. Aslı Samancı shared her profound excitement and pride, stating, "Maintaining our steadfast belief in the role of innovation in shaping the future, we remain committed to contributing to our industry and country. Innovation Week, designed to explore the power of innovation and inspire, has become an unforgettable source of success and motivation for us. Having initially secured the second-place award in İnovaLIG in 2016, we proudly claim the first-place award as BEE&YOU commemorates its 10th year. Our next target is the championship! As a company exporting to 36 countries, we diligently work, achieve significant milestones, and stand firm in our belief in the power of innovation. We labor in the same hive, growing and strengthening in unison. On our journey to establish Anatolian Propolis as a global brand, this esteemed award is a source of immense pride and joy for us all. Where there are bees, there is life!" BEE&YOU, Making Waves in 36 Countries! Founded by Dr. Aslı Samancı, who has received over 80 national and international awards in a decade, BEE&YOU proudly operates as an R&D center specializing in bee products. At the BEE&YOU R&D and Innovation Center, collaborative academic and clinical studies are conducted with experts in various scientific disciplines, including food, chemistry, pharmacy, and pharmacology. Each of the 100+ innovative products developed is 100% natural. Championing the "Contracted Beekeeping" model for fair trade, BEE&YOU facilitates the global distribution of bee products, including propolis, royal jelly, pollen, bee bread, and bee venom. With 5,000 contracted beekeepers and 550,000 beehives spanning Anatolia, BEE&YOU ensures the highest quality bee products. Operating in food, nutritional supplements, dermo-cosmetics, and medical devices, BEE&YOU proudly sells its products from hive to table and guarantees the production of high-quality bee products. As BEE&YOU continues its mission to establish Anatolian Propolis as a global brand, it proudly sells value-added Anatolian bee products to 36 countries, including the USA, Italy, the UK, South Korea, the Netherlands, and Germany.

Recipient of the Most Innovative Bee Product Award: Anatolian Propolis Nasal Spray! The 2nd Agriculture, Food, and Gastronomy Innovation Summit, held in Istanbul on November 2-3, played host to the most innovative products, bringing together key figures from the agriculture, food, and gastronomy sectors, including public officials, industry leaders, academics, healthcare professionals, financial experts, and notable names in gastronomy. During the award ceremony at the summit, a total of 42 different categories were recognized, with evaluations conducted for 32 companies with 37 products/ventures under the Agri Plus Awards and 72 companies with 179 products/ventures under the Food Plus Awards. In the category of the Most Innovative Bee Product, the award went to the Bee&You Rhinapi Nasal Spray. The product features an Anatolian propolis nasal spray. Dr. Aslı Samancı, the developer of the formula and CEO of BEE&YOU, emphasized the importance of innovative products in her speech at the award ceremony, stating: “BEE&YOU Rhinapi Nasal Spray is a 100% natural nasal spray containing Anatolian propolis, eucalyptus, glycerin, sea salt, and deionized water. It is used to treat nasal congestion and runny nose caused by conditions such as sinusitis, cold, and flu. This product, with its Anatolian propolis nasal spray feature, falls under the category of medical devices. BEE&YOU Rhinapi Nasal Spray is the result of a 4-year R&D effort and has been subject to two scientific studies to date. The first study demonstrated that BEE&YOU Rhinapi supports wound healing in nasal epithelial cells and can be used post-rhinoplasty surgery. The second study revealed an increase in overall life quality and a reduction in symptoms in 10,000 allergic rhinitis patients following the application of BEE&YOU Rhinapi.”

BEE&YOU Achieved A Significant Success at the 28th FOODTECH VINARIA AGRA Fair, Winning an Innovation Award! During the event attended by officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry, Dr. Aslı Samancı's innovative product, BEE&YOU Vitamin C Propolis Shot, received great acclaim from the jury members. BEE&YOU Vitamin C Propolis Shot: Naturally Boosting Your Immunity! BEE&YOU Vitamin C Propolis Shot is an innovative product that combines Anatolian propolis with high polyphenol content and unique vitamins. Each bottle contains 1000 mg of vitamin C, 1000 IU of vitamin D3, 10 mg of zinc, and 500 mg of pure Anatolian propolis. This product provides excellent nutritional support by combining valuable vitamins and minerals with the unique benefits of Anatolian propolis. The perfect harmony of natural orange juice and raw honey offers consumers a delightful drinking experience. The natural vitamin C in BEE&YOU Vitamin C Propolis Shot plays a role in the normal functioning of the immune system.

SUCCESSFUL WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR DR. ASLI SAMANCI, WINS THREE AWARDS IN ONE NIGHT! The Sustainable Product Summit and Feed the Future Award Ceremony took place with a magnificent turnout in Istanbul. This summit shed light on products at the heart of the food industry that nourish the future. The winners among 364 applications were announced at the Feed the Future Award Ceremony. Dr. Aslı Samancı, President of the Sustainable Agriculture and Ecology Association (SURTARDER), emphasized the importance of the project, saying: "In line with our mission to promote nutritional literacy both nationally and internationally, the Education in Health and Food Literacy Integration Project (ESEN) implemented with the support of the Turkish Ministry of National Education is a community health project supported by decision-makers and significant community leaders. Within the scope of the ESEN Project, we aim to provide nutrition education during critical learning periods to train tomorrow's leaders and instill healthy eating habits in future generations. The fundamental goal of the ESEN Project is to contribute to the widespread promotion of health and nutrition literacy and to educate children and young people, the most valuable assets of society, as advocates of public health. Today, at the 'Feed the Future' awards held under the theme 'Nourish the Future,' the recognition of this significant civil society project with an award is a source of great joy and pride for us."

Successful Woman Entrepreneur Dr. Aslı Samancı, Awarded with BEE&YOU APIBEAUTY Vitamin C Facial Serum! Among the 58 names deemed worthy of awards in the competition featuring 364 applications across 33 different categories, Dr. Aslı Samancı stood out. Dr. Samancı was honored in the "Skin Care Product" category with the BEE&YOU APIBEAUTY Vitamin C Facial Serum developed at the 10,500 square meter BEE&YOU Propolis Research and Innovation Center. CEO of BEE&YOU, Dr. Aslı Samancı, who also exports these products to 36 countries, stated, “Innovation, naturalness, and science are at the core of our products. I am very pleased to see these fantastic products being valued both internationally and in our country. We will continue to work diligently like bees to illuminate the future. Our primary goal is to share the unique healing powers of bees with the world and prioritize sustainability in doing so, because where there are bees, there is life!”

Successful Woman Entrepreneur Dr. Aslı Samancı, Awarded with BEE&YOU Collagen Shot! Among the 58 names deemed worthy of awards in the competition featuring 364 applications across 33 different categories, Dr. Aslı Samancı stood out. Dr. Samancı was honored in the "Food Supplement" category with the BEE&YOU Propolis Collagen Shot developed at the 10,500 square meter BEE&YOU Research and Innovation Center. The CEO of BEE&YOU, Dr. Aslı Samancı, who also exports these products to 36 countries, stated, “Innovation, naturalness, and science are at the core of our products. I am very pleased to see these fantastic products being valued both internationally and in our country. We will continue to work diligently like bees to illuminate the future. Our primary goal is to share the unique healing powers of bees with the world and prioritize sustainability in doing so, because where there are bees, there is life!”

DR. ASLI SAMANCI RECEIVES AN AWARD WITH HER POSTER STUDY ON ORAL CARE WITH ANATOLIAN PROPOLIS IN PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY PATIENTS AT THE CONGRESS! The 4th International Mediterranean and 3rd International 8th National Pediatric Nursing Congress took place recently. Bee Products Specialist and Food Engineer Dr. Aslı Samancı was honored with an award in the category of "Randomized Controlled Trials" for her scientific poster titled "Does Oral Care with Anatolian Propolis Affect Oral Mucositis Development in Pediatric Oncology Patients?" The Congress, organized by Atatürk University Faculty of Nursing, was held with significant participation from June 1st to June 3rd. Numerous new scientific posters were presented, and current developments and research were discussed. The Congress provided a productive platform for experts and academicians worldwide to share their experiences and engage in valuable knowledge exchange. Among the many new poster presentations, the scientific poster study titled "Does Oral Care with Anatolian Propolis Affect Oral Mucositis Development in Pediatric Oncology Patients?" stood out as one of the most noteworthy works of the Congress. The clinical study, conducted by Bee Products Specialist and Food Engineer Dr. Aslı Samancı, aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Anatolian propolis in combating oral mucositis, a common and negatively impacting condition in children undergoing cancer treatment. Reducing the effects of oral mucositis is of significant importance in improving the quality of life for cancer patients undergoing treatment. Considering the fact that this article will be published in a peer-reviewed journal, it is very valuable in terms of contributing to the scientific literature. Dr. Aslı Samancı's scientific poster study presented at the Congress, based on this innovative clinical research, was honored with an award in the "Randomized Controlled Trials" following evaluations.

Award for Patented Anatolian Propolis at Sustainable Food Awards! At the 2022 Sustainable Food Awards organized by the Sustainability Academy, companies contributing to sustainability were honored. BEE'O was awarded in the SME category for its contribution to sustainability with the BEE'O Propolis Water-Soluble Drops, produced using its developed patented extraction technology.

Dr. Aslı Samancı, the female entrepreneur and cofounder of BEE&YOU, received the gold medal at the 8th International Invention Fair (ISIF) 2023. BEE&YOU won the first prize with its patented and award-winning extraction method by competing against 424 patents from 22 countries! The ISIF fair is Turkey's first and only international invention fair that brings national and international participants together for research and innovation activities. This year's fair took place from April 27th to May 1st at Istanbul Ataturk Airport, where innovative companies worldwide gathered. Seven companies from I.T.U. won awards at the fair, including BEE&YOU, whose cofounder and CEO, Dr. Aslı Samancı, received the first-place award from the international jury. Dr. Aslı Samancı, a food engineer and cofounder of BEE&YOU, which produces Anatolian propolis using the "Contracted Beekeeping" model, explained the high-quality extraction process of Anatolian propolis achieved through their patented extraction technology. She said, "When I was looking for a solution for my son's immunity problem, I decided to produce propolis myself. However, when propolis is consumed in raw form, its bioavailability is only about 2%. Therefore, it needs to be extracted using a suitable solvent. After intensive research, we developed an extraction method that provides the highest bioavailability of valuable phenolic and flavonoid compounds in propolis. We received a patent for this method in the U.S. However, we must thank the Anatolian geography for its contribution because one-third of Europe's plant diversity is in our region. Therefore, we believe we have the most valuable geography for quality in producing bee products. At BEE&YOU, we blend Anatolian propolis extracts obtained through the "Contracted Beekeeping" model from all over Anatolia in our R&D Center and standardize the total phenolic and flavonoid amounts and total antioxidant capacities to obtain our patented Pure Anatolian Propolis Extract (A.P.E.) ®. Each batch of product produced in our facility maintains these standardized amounts, and the quality and assurance of each batch of products are ensured through a three-stage inspection before reaching your table. Moreover, our "Contracted Beekeeping" model enables traceable production from the beehive to the table, supporting the quality and reliability of the final product." Dr. Aslı Samancı, the founder and CEO of BEE&YOU, expressed her gratitude for receiving the award. "Our award-winning and patented extraction method, developed through intensive R&D and innovation studies at I.T.U., has once again been recognized internationally with the 8th ISIF 2023 International Invention Competition. This valuable award we received at ISIF 2023, organized in collaboration with the International Federation of Inventors' Associations (IFIA), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the Turkish Technology Team Foundation, is very precious to us. I thank the esteemed jury members who deemed us worthy of this award. All our achievements are a source of motivation for us. With firm steps, we continue our journey to introduce this healing power from bees to the whole world. This valuable award that we received at the ISIF 2023 Invention Competition proves our national and international success."

Dr. Aslı Samancı, a successful female entrepreneur and the producer of patented Anatolian propolis in the United States, has been awarded as one of the world's best CEOs in the competition organized by the renowned UK magazine CEO Today. She has written her name in golden letters by making a great impact with her entrepreneurial story in one of the UK's most important business magazines, CEO Today. She was among the best CEOs at the CEO Global Awards 2023, where many successful CEOs from all over the world competed. The CEO Today Global Awards winners were determined through an evaluation process conducted by the expert team of the CEO Today magazine.

WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR DR. ASLI SAMANCI'S 100% NATURAL SKINCARE PRODUCT RECEIVES AN AWARD IN AMERICA! In the highly competitive 2023 Mindful Awards, Woman Entrepreneur Dr. Aslı Samancı's BEE&YOU APIBEAUTY Anti-Aging and Wrinkle-Reducing Facial Serum has been honored with the "Facial Cleansing Product of the Year" award in the Personal Care category. Inspiring products celebrated at the 2023 Mindful Awards! The 2023 Mindful Awards recognized companies that promote sustainable business practices, prioritize natural, GMO-free, or organic ingredients, are transparent with consumers, value fair trade, and positively impact people and the planet. With hundreds of products competing in various categories, such as food, beverages, healthy snacks, supplements, leadership, home, and personal care, successful female entrepreneur Dr. Aslı Samancı emerged as the winner with her BEE&YOU APIBEAUTY Anti-Aging and Wrinkle-Reducing Facial Serum in the United States as the "Facial Cleansing Product of the Year." The evaluation criteria at the Mindful Awards focused on "mindfulness"! Candidates were rigorously analyzed, evaluated, and scored by a jury panel representing a combination of marketing and culinary experts in the industry. The comprehensive criteria included impact value, transparency, innovation, health, taste, and reliability. The evaluation process ensured fairness, honesty, and impartiality. The winners were celebrated with enthusiasm. Achieving success in natural food and supplements, now crowned with 100% natural dermo-cosmetic products! Dr. Aslı Samancı, the developer of the award-winning 100% natural skincare product formulation and Founder of BEE&YOU, expressed her happiness about the award, saying, "As a food engineer dedicated my life to bees and bee products, I achieved my doctoral research in Biology, specifically focusing on developing skincare products with bee venom and other bee products. Leveraging my expertise in this field, we started developing 100% natural skincare products containing propolis, royal jelly, bee venom, and raw honey at BEE&YOU, Europe's biggest propolis production, innovation, and R&D center. We embarked on this journey to crown the trust, satisfaction, and success we have achieved in the natural food and supplements sector with 100% natural dermo-cosmetic products. Currently, we sell our products to 30 countries." Successful Woman Entrepreneur Dr. Aslı Samancı: "We hold a leading position in the industry as the sole patented propolis producer in America with our brand BEE&YOU." Now, we are intensifying our efforts to penetrate the American market more strongly with our skincare products. The 70+ national and international awards we have received are a testament to our success!" she said. Our goal is to raise mindfulness among larger audiences! BEE&YOU Co-Founder, Agricultural Engineer, and Beekeeping Specialist Taylan Samancı stated, "We operate with a consciousness that adds value to bees, their importance for our world, sustainable farming and beekeeping activities, and the beekeeping profession. We aim to further develop our activities in these areas and reach wider audiences. Our collaboration with associations during the devastating forest fires in Mugla last year aimed to raise awareness and reach a wide audience. The fascinating Anatolia can produce enough Anatolian propolis to meet global demand. With this awareness, we continue our efforts and celebrate our achievements through the awards we have received."

WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR, PRODUCER OF PROPOLIS, AMONG TOP 50 MOST POWERFUL BUSINESS WOMEN… Known for her impressive achievements in the past years and the first 4 months of 2023, possessing leadership skills, capable of making quick and accurate decisions, achieving great successes by taking calculated risks, upholding ethical values, being a good communicator, and having a creative and innovative mindset, Dr. Aslı Samancı, the Founder and General Manager of BEE&YOU, has been included in Fortune Magazine's list of Top 50 Most Powerful Businesswomen.

AMERICA’S ONLY PATENTED PROPOLIS PRODUCER BEE&YOU, WINS INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENT TASTE AWARD AND A SILVER MEDAL! BEE&YOU Propolis Elderberry Kids Shot, which is a favorite of children with its easy-to-drink and unique taste, won the silver medal in the "Excellent Taste" category at the Mediterranean Taste Awards Competition, which independent jury members judged among hundreds of products worldwide! The Mediterranean Taste Awards Competition aims to present the passionate producers who create food and beverage brands with excellent taste to the global food community through a transparent evaluation process. BEE&YOU Propolis Elderberry Kids Shot, which is a favorite of children with its easy-to-drink and unique taste, won the silver medal in the "Excellent Taste" category after long-term evaluations by independent jury members in the Mediterranean Taste Awards Competition, which had entries from hundreds of products worldwide! DECISION ANNOUNCED: “EXCELLENT TASTE” After the multi-stage jury evaluations, BEE&YOU was awarded at the Mediterranean Taste Awards competition it participated in, thus making its name known to the world. BEE&YOU Propolis Elderberry Kids Shot, produced specifically for children and has a patented formula and innovative value, was awarded the silver medal in the "Excellent Taste" category.

BEE&YOU Collagen Shot, which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, was chosen as a finalist in the Innovation category by independent jury members at Natural & Organic Products Europe, an international natural and healthy products fair held in London in April 2023.

BEE&YOU, cofounded by Dr. Asli Samanci, participated in the Innovation Competition with BEE&YOU APIBEAUTY Anti-Acne Serum, one of its new products, at the Natural & Organics Products Europe held in London in April 2023. BEE&YOU APIBEAUTY Anti-Acne Serum, which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, was awarded the first prize in the Best Skin Care product category in the Innovation Competition by independent jury members at the Natural & Organics Products Europe.

BEE&YOU Has Won Silver Medal at 2023 Delicious Living Beauty & Body Awards! BEE&YOU has recently received three prestigious awards at the 2023 Delicious Living Beauty & Body Awards. Bee&You APIBEAUTY Anti-Aging Face Cream won a silver medal granted through public voting!

BEE&YOU Has Won Gold Medal at 2023 Delicious Living Beauty & Body Awards! BEE&YOU has recently received three prestigious awards at the 2023 Delicious Living Beauty & Body Awards. Bee&You APIBEAUTY Anti-Aging Face Cream won a gold medal granted through public voting!

BEE&YOU Has Won Gold Medal at 2023 Delicious Living Beauty & Body Awards! BEE&YOU has recently received three prestigious awards at the 2023 Delicious Living Beauty & Body Awards. Bee&You S.O.S Intensive Care Cream won a gold medal granted through public voting!

According to the records of 2022, BEE&YOU is recognized by the Istanbul Aquaculture and Animal Products Exporters Association as one of top 10 exporters of honey products.

America's Propolis producer BEE&YOU won the jury's special award at the SIAL Food Fair 2022, the heart of the food industry, with its innovative product Propolis Shot with Multivitamins! The multivitamin containing Anatolian propolis vitamin C, vitamin D3, and the mineral zinc. These valuable minerals and vitamins are combined with Anatolian propolis, in a unique taste. BEE&YOU Propolis Shot, is an Innovative product with a patented formula containing Anatolian Propolis Extract with high polyphenol content and unique vitamins in a single bottle. Each bottle contains 1000 mg of vitamin C, 1000 IU of vitamin D3, 10 mg of Zinc, and 500 mg of pure Anatolian Propolis extract. Zinc and Vitamins C and D are integral parts of the immune system.

BEE&YOU Has Won the Gold Award at The Mediterranean Taste Awards! BEE&YOU was awarded at The Mediterranean Taste Awards in the Excellent Taste category with BEE&YOU Propolis Carob Raw Honey Spread.

Dr. Asli Samanci, co-founder and CEO of BEE&YOU, was deemed worthy of the Female Entrepreneur Award in the Sustainability Category! Dr. Asli Samanci, co-founder and CEO of America's Propolis brand BEE&YOU was awarded the Women Entrepreneur Award in the Sustainability category at the 69th Congress of the World Association of Women Entrepreneurs (FCEM) held in November! The FCEM World Conference was hosted in Marrakech, Morocco, this year. Dr. Asli Samanci, an expert in bee products and Food Scientist (M.Sc.), was rewarded a highly prestigious female entrepreneur award in the "Sustainability" category at the international level.

CO-FOUNDER AND CEO OF BEE&YOU FOOD SCIENTIST DR. ASLI SAMANCI WAS SELECTED AS ONE OF THE 100 LEADING WOMEN! Dr. Asli Samanci was awarded by the International Women's Forum (IWF)! Co-Founder and CEO of BEE&YOU Food Scientist Dr. Asli Samanci, who was selected as one of the 100 leading women within the scope of IWF's "Women Leaders in Decision Mechanisms Project", which focuses on women who inspire their environment with their leadership and pioneering characters in their fields in both the public and private sectors spoke at the award ceremony held in October. She said: “I am proud to be a part of the International Women's Forum, an international communication and interaction network that aims to develop women's leadership across different cultures, geographies, and careers by bringing together effective women who have achieved leadership and pioneering positions in different fields. All the work we have done in the field of female entrepreneurship being heard and making a sound in the international arena is very valuable. It is very important both for the promotion of our country and for the announcement of female power to the whole world. I am very happy to have received this award from a women's forum with the title of female leader. I have always dreamed of working in the field of international women's entrepreneurship around the world. This was an opportunity for me. As former IWF President Kim Campbell said in a speech, ‘IWF is a platform for women who are too busy to join an organization.’ From now on, I will try to better represent our country in the world by attending all international meetings and participating in international projects.”

Golden Leader Award Goes to Dr. Aslı Samancı The 2022 Golden Leader Awards, likened to the Oscar of the business world, were presented with a total of over 46,000 individual votes. BEE&YOU General Manager Dr. Aslı Samancı ranked among the most admired 50 CEOs based on the results of the public vote.

The Sustainable Product Summit organized by the Sustainable Product Platform featured the Feed the Future competition with the goal of "nourishing the future." At this summit, 350 products competed as contestants across 33 categories. As a result of the long-term evaluations by 75 expert jurors, a closed vote determined the award winners. BEE&YOU UP Propolis Bee Bread Tablet was selected as the winner in the Functional Food category.

At the Sustainable Product Summit organized by the Sustainable Product Platform, product safety, and innovative sustainability support contributed to consumer health were evaluated. Products/companies or organizations that act by feeling responsible for using scarce resources participated. In the contest organized within the scope of the Sustainable Product Summit, 350 different products competed in 33 different categories. The evaluations of 75 valuable jury members resulted in a closed ballot, together with the Feed the Future Award Ceremony organized at the same summit, and the awards of products contributing to the future and consumer health were found by their owners. In the Skin Care category, Bee&You ApiBeauty Anti-Wrinkle Anti-Aging Eye Contour Serum was awarded! Woman Entrepreneur BEE&YOU CEO Dr. Aslı Samancı, who was granted in 3 different categories at the competition, said, "These awards, which are a great source of motivation for us, advise us to continue working like bees! Thanks to everyone who contributed and our valuable jury members who deemed us worthy of these awards."

BEE&YOU, Turkey's first and only domestic, patented Anatolian Propolis Producer, was honored with awards at the Feed the Future Awards Ceremony! The Sustainable Product Summit, organized by the Sustainable Product Platform, welcomed participants who have made successful contributions to product safety, consumer health, and sustainability through innovative perspectives and responsible actions using limited resources. In the competition held as part of the Sustainable Product Summit, 350 different products competed in 33 different categories. After extensive evaluations by 75 expert and esteemed jury members, a closed voting process took place, and the awards for future-oriented products contributing to consumer health were announced at the Feed the Future Awards Ceremony held during the same summit. Among the awards recipients was BEE&YOU in the Honey and Bee Products category, honored for its BEE&YOU Throat Spray! Dr. Aslı Samancı, the CEO of BEE&YOU and a female entrepreneur who received awards in three different categories, concluded her remarks by saying, "These awards, which are a great source of motivation for us, inspire us to continue working like bees! We extend our infinite gratitude to everyone involved and the esteemed jury members who deemed us worthy of these awards. Remember, where there are bees, there is life!"

The International Mugla Beekeeping and Pine Honey Congress, which has been organized since 2008, is a congress that creates a difference among beekeeping congresses in the world and embraces the entire sector and met in November at the Marmaris Grand Yazıcı Club Turban Hotel in 2022. 'The Turkey Beekeeping Awards,' considered the most prestigious awards in the beekeeping sector, brought beekeepers together from all over the country. The "Turkey Beekeeping Awards," sponsored by the Turkey Bee Breeders Central Union, were given at this congress. In the innovation competition organized within the scope of the congress, Bee&You Collagen Shot, the new member of the Bee&You Shot family, was deemed worthy of the first-place award among bee products! Bee&You Collagen Shot, without additional sugar, contains 6500 mg type 1 and type 3 collagen, 132 mg vitamin C, and 500 mg Anatolian propolis. Bee&You Collagen Shot, flavored with pomegranate juice, cherry juice, raw honey, and cinnamon, contains natural vitamin C that plays a role in normal collagen formation required for the normal function of the skin.

With the bee products we developed, we won three prizes. We collected all the prizes in the innovation category at the "Turkey Beekeeping Awards" organized under the Turkey Bee Breeders Central Union sponsorship! At the award ceremony organized within the scope of the 7th International Mugla Beekeeping and Pine Honey Congress under the support of the Turkey Bee Breeders Central Union, the Bee Sculpture, which is a unique design of TAB, was given to participants, institutions, and sector representatives, thanking them for their contributions to the beekeeping sector of the country. In the innovation competition organized within the scope of the congress, Bee&You UP D3 + K2 Vitamin Propolis Drops was deemed worthy of the third place award among bee products. Bee&You UP 30% D3 + K2 Vitamin Propolis Drops contain 1000 IU D3 vitamin and 18.75 mcg K2 vitamin in 20 drops.

Within the 7th International Muğla Beekeeping and Pine Honey Congress, we won 3 awards at the "Turkey Beekeeping Awards"! With our value-added bee products, we were honored with three awards at once, winning all prizes in the innovation category! BEE&YOU S.O.S Intensive Care Cream, one of our skincare products, received the silver medal in this prestigious competition. At the award ceremony organized as part of the congress, sponsored by the Central Union of Turkish Beekeepers Associations, thanks were given to the representatives and the institutions for their contributions to the Turkish beekeeping sector. A bee sculpture specially designed by the Central Union of Turkish Beekeepers Associations was presented to them.

BEE&YOU, Turkey's first and only innovation award-winning local propolis producer, has received the "Most Innovative Bee Product" award at the Food Innovation Competition! Among the innovative products evaluated in 29 categories at the Food Innovation Competition, BEE&YOU was honored with the "Best Bee Product Award " award for its Bee Venom Anti-Aging Face Cream. Dr. Aslı Samancı, the Founder of BEE&YOU, stated, "We are delighted and proud to receive this award in the category of the most innovative bee product. Our goal is to offer 100% natural, local, innovative, and value-added bee products to our consumers, which are produced from what nature provides us. Every award we receive on this journey is a proof of our success. Where there are bees, there is life!"

BEE&YOU Pine Raw Honey which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, won a Gold medal in the Quality Awards category by independent jury members at London International Honey Awards in 2022.

BEE&YOU Propolis Royal Jelly Raw Honey Mix which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, was chosen as a finalist in the Best New Food Product category by independent jury members at Natural & Organic Products Europe, an international natural and healthy products fair held in London in 2022.

BEE&YOU Anti-aging Set which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, was chosen as a finalist in the Best New Facial Skincare category by independent jury members at Natural & Organic Products Europe, an international natural and healthy products fair held in London in 2022.

BEE&YOU Propolis Raw Honey Throat Spray which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, was chosen as a finalist in the Best New Supplement Product category by independent jury members at Natural & Organic Products Europe, an international natural and healthy products fair held in London in 2022.

Additionally, she is a member of the IHC and ISO Royal Jelly Honey Pollen Propolis Commission. In 2021, she obtained a Ph.D. in Biology with a thesis on "Developing Creams with Bee Venom and Other Bee Products." Currently, Dr. Aslı Samancı serves as the CEO and Co-founder of BEE&YOU. While searching for a solution to her son's immune problem, Dr. Aslı Samancı, the female entrepreneur, said, "Starting from the age of 11 months, my son used to have a high fever every two months, requiring constant administration of antibiotics. We were left without a cure when he turned five and developed a severe antibiotic allergy. The doctor informed us that my son had a fragile immune system. My concerns over my son's health led me to research scientific studies and medical publications. I discovered that propolis and royal jelly are globally used to strengthen the immune system and combat recurring infections naturally. However, I learned they were not produced in Turkey but imported from China. Motivated by this knowledge, primarily for the benefit of my son, I decided to produce them myself. After using the propolis extract and royal jelly I produced for six months, my son's fever and allergies disappeared, and his immune system significantly improved. Witnessing this healing effect, I embarked on a journey to share it with all mothers. In 2013, with my husband, Agricultural Engineer Taylan Samancı, and esteemed mentor Prof. Dr. Dilek Boyacıoğlu, we established our company through an R&D project at Istanbul Technical University's ARI Technopolis. We aimed to produce propolis not previously manufactured in Turkey, using the "Contracted Beekeeping" model and developing a processing method suitable for human consumption." A recipient of numerous national and international awards, Dr. Aslı Samancı, the female entrepreneur, continues her entrepreneurial journey, which initially involved ten beekeepers and has now expanded to include 5,000 contracted beekeepers. With a 10,500 square-meter facility, over 200 employees, 5,000 contracted beekeepers, and 550,000 beehives, Dr. Aslı Samancı has become Turkey's largest propolis, royal jelly, pollen, bee bread, and raw honey producer. Under the BEE&YOU brand domestically and internationally, she offers over 100 dietary supplements and skin care products containing propolis, royal jelly, raw honey, bee bread, pollen, and bee venom. These products are meticulously processed to preserve their nutritional content and biological activity, adhering to the principle of "from beehive to table." With exports to 30 countries, including Korea, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Sweden, Italy, the United Kingdom, Austria, Qatar, France, Dubai, and Cyprus, Dr. Aslı Samancı confidently works to establish Anatolian Propolis as a global brand.

So, who is Dr. Aslı Samancı, the female entrepreneur? Dr. Aslı Samancı is a Food Engineer and Biologist and one of the founders of BEE&YOU, Turkey's first and only domestic propolis producer. She graduated from Istanbul Technical University's Food Engineering Department in 1996 and subsequently worked as a manager in the bee products industry for many years. In 2006, she achieved her master's degree in the same department, focusing her thesis on "Origin Identification in Honey." Dr. Aslı Samancı has been involved in numerous national and international projects related to bee products. In 2013, after successfully addressing her 5-year-old son's immune system problem using the propolis extract she produced, she embarked on an entrepreneurial journey and established her own company. With over 20 years of experience in the bee product industry, Dr. Aslı Samancı also holds an MBA in International Marketing Strategies for Bee Products. She is dedicated to bees and bee products, authoring several books on the subject and contributing significantly to scientific literature through academic publications.

According to the records of 2021, BEE&YOU is recognized by the Istanbul Aquaculture and Animal Products Exporters Association as one of the biggest exporters of honey products.

Dr. Aslı Samancı, a female entrepreneur and the Co-founder and CEO of BEE&YOU, was recognized as one of Turkey's Most Powerful 50 Businesswomen by Fortune Turkey in 2021. This prestigious list showcases accomplished businesswomen with remarkable achievements, leadership skills, the ability to make prompt and accurate decisions, a willingness to take calculated risks leading to significant successes, ethical values, effective communication, and a creative and innovative mindset. So, who is Dr. Aslı Samancı, the female entrepreneur? Dr. Aslı Samancı is a Food Engineer and Biologist and one of the founders of BEEO, the first and only domestic propolis producer in Turkey. She graduated from Istanbul Technical University's Food Engineering Department in 1996 and subsequently worked as a manager in the bee products industry for many years. In 2006, she achieved her master's degree in the same department, focusing her thesis on "Origin Identification in Honey." Dr. Aslı Samancı has been involved in numerous national and international projects related to bee products. In 2013, after successfully addressing her 5-year-old son's immune system problem using the propolis extract she produced, she embarked on an entrepreneurial journey and established her own company. With over 20 years of experience in the bee product industry, Dr. Aslı Samancı also holds an MBA in International Marketing Strategies for Bee Products. She is dedicated to bees and bee products, authoring several books on the subject and contributing significantly to scientific literature through academic publications. Additionally, she is a member of the IHC and ISO Royal Jelly Honey Pollen Propolis Commission. In 2021, she obtained a Ph.D. in Biology with a thesis on "Developing Creams with Bee Venom and Other Bee Products." Currently, Dr. Aslı Samancı serves as the CEO and Co-founder of BEE&YOU. While searching for a solution to her son's immune problem, Dr. Aslı Samancı, the female entrepreneur, said, "Starting from the age of 11 months, my son used to have a high fever every two months, requiring constant administration of antibiotics. We were left without a cure when he turned five and developed a severe antibiotic allergy. The doctor informed us that my son had a fragile immune system. My concerns over my son's health led me to research scientific studies and medical publications. I discovered that propolis and royal jelly are globally used to strengthen the immune system and combat recurring infections naturally. However, I learned they were not produced in Turkey but imported from China. Motivated by this knowledge, primarily for the benefit of my son, I decided to produce them myself. After using the propolis extract and royal jelly I produced for six months, my son's fever and allergies disappeared, and his immune system significantly improved. Witnessing this healing effect, I embarked on a journey to share it with all mothers. In 2013, with my husband, Agricultural Engineer Taylan Samancı, and esteemed mentor Prof. Dr. Dilek Boyacıoğlu, we established our company through an R&D project at Istanbul Technical University's ARI Technopolis. We aimed to produce propolis not previously manufactured in Turkey, using the "Contracted Beekeeping" model and developing a processing method suitable for human consumption." A recipient of numerous national and international awards, Dr. Aslı Samancı, the female entrepreneur, continues her entrepreneurial journey, which initially involved ten beekeepers and has now expanded to include 5,000 contracted beekeepers. With a 10,500 square-meter facility, over 200 employees, 5,000 contracted beekeepers, and 550,000 beehives, Dr. Aslı Samancı has become the largest producer of propolis, royal jelly, pollen, bee bread, and raw honey in Turkey. Under the BEE&YOU brand domestically and internationally, she offers over 100 dietary supplements and skin care products containing propolis, royal jelly, raw honey, bee bread, pollen, and bee venom. These products are meticulously processed to preserve their nutritional content and biological activity, adhering to the principle of "from beehive to table." With exports to 30 countries, including Korea, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Sweden, Italy, the United Kingdom, Austria, Qatar, France, Dubai, and Cyprus, Dr. Aslı Samancı confidently works to establish Anatolian Propolis as a global brand.

BEE&YOU Raw Chestnut Honey which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, won a Gold medal in the Quality Awards category by independent jury members at London International Honey Awards in 2021.

A Proud Award from TOBB for BEE&YOU! As the first and only local producer of Anatolian Propolis with an Innovation Award in Turkey, we ranked 5th among Turkey's fastest-growing 100 companies, as announced by TOBB today! At the ceremony held with the participation of our Minister of Trade, Mr. Ruhsar Pekcan, and TOBB President, Mr. M. Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu, BEE&YOU, founded at Istanbul Technical University ARI Teknokent with a project grant of KOSGEB in 2013, has made the importance given to domestic production with its innovative and value-added products and the principle of from hive to table with the Contracted Beekeeping Model, which is the first and only one in Turkey. In our journey, where we have been deemed worthy of 34 different awards on national and international platforms, we are experiencing the pride of adding another one to our awards. As BEE&YOU Family, we are delighted to be among the top 5 of Turkey's fastest-growing 100 companies, as announced by TOBB today. On the journey of making Anatolian Propolis a global brand, we thank our valuable consumers for always being by our side and trusting us! Where there are bees, there is life!

In 2021, the Student Club of the ITU Graduates Association organized the Different Futures Summit event. On the first day of this enjoyable event, Dr. Aslı Samancı, Founder and CEO of Bee&You, took part as a speaker in the entrepreneurs panel! Speaking about her entrepreneurial journey that started with propolis, Samancı concluded by emphasizing the importance of bees for a sustainable world: "If there were no bees, people could live for only four years on Earth. All the fruits, vegetables, and legumes needed for healthy nutrition naturally pollinate through bees flying from flower to flower, reaching our tables. So, where there are bees, there is life!"

A Proud Award from TOBB for BEE&YOU! As the first and only local producer of Anatolian Propolis with an Innovation Award in Turkey, we ranked 5th among Turkey's fastest-growing 100 companies, as announced by TOBB today! At the ceremony held with the participation of our Minister of Trade, Mr. Ruhsar Pekcan, and TOBB President, Mr. M. Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu, BEE&YOU, founded at Istanbul Technical University ARI Teknokent with a project grant of KOSGEB in 2013, has made the importance given to domestic production with its innovative and value-added products and the principle of from hive to table with the Contracted Beekeeping Model, which is the first and only one in Turkey. In our journey, where we have been deemed worthy of 34 different awards on national and international platforms, we are experiencing the pride of adding another one to our awards. As BEE&YOU Family, we are delighted to be among the top 5 of Turkey's fastest-growing 100 companies, as announced by TOBB today. On the journey of making Anatolian Propolis a global brand, we thank our valuable consumers for always being by our side and trusting us! Where there are bees, there is life!

According to the records of 2020, BEE&YOU is recognized by the Istanbul Aquaculture and Animal Products Exporters Association as one of the biggest exporters of honey products.

Eurowoman Business Award Goes to Aslı Samancı The Eurowoman Business Awards ceremony, held as part of the Eurowoman Global Business Women's Forum in 2020, honored Aslı Samancı, the founder of BEE&YOU, with the 'Business Award' presented by the Eurowoman Global Business Women's Forum.

BEE&YOU Highland Flower Raw Honey which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, won a Gold medal in the Quality Awards category by independent jury members atLondon International Honey Awards in 2020.

BEE&YOU Pine Raw Honey which competed with hundreds of products worldwide, won a Gold medal in the Quality Awards category by independent jury members at London International Honey Awards in 2019.

According to the export registration figures of BEE&YOU for the year 2019, the company has been recognized as the 7th Most Exporting Company in the Exportation of Honey Products category by the Istanbul Aquaculture and Animal Products Exporters Association.

BEE&YOU Returned from IBS Mother-Baby Child Fair with an Award, Bringing Together the Best! The 8th edition of the IBS Mother-Baby Child Fair, organized with the theme "Motherhood is Natural," brought together sector leaders. The event, held from December 13 to 15, attracted over 100,000 visitors. BEE&YOU Propolis Syrup, which won the Mothers' Choice Product of the Year Award via popular vote, left an impression at the fair with participation from 286 companies. Positioned differently within the sector, BEE&YOU has increased its awards through the projects and success it has achieved, like developing innovative products. Dr. Aslı Samancı, BEE&YOU CEO and Food Engineer stated they pioneer many innovations and creative initiatives, saying, "We're steadily progressing toward making Anatolian propolis a global brand... Leveraging the 'from hive to table' principle, we transform bee products into value-added goods, making nature's power more easily accessible through our 100% natural products and quality focus."

Regarding the award received, Dr. Samancı said, "At the 8th edition of the IBS Mother-Baby Child Fair, we enjoyed three wonderful days with our visitors. Another reason for our happiness is that with BEE&YOU Propolis Syrup, we earned the Mothers' Choice Product of the Year Award among 286 participating companies. As the BEE&YOU family, we approach child nutrition with a mother's sensitivity, offering our 100% natural, nourishing products. Therefore, this public-voted award holds deep significance for us."

BEE&YOU Chosen as a Finalist at Sustainable Food Awards! Several companies worldwide have been recognized for their efforts in contributing to building a sustainable food industry at the 2019 Sustainable Food Awards in Amsterdam. BEE&YOU was selected as a finalist in the New Sustainable Product category with the Bee&You Propolis Royal Jelly Pollen Tablet in this competition.

An Award for BEE&YOU from the Economic Summit! BEE&YOU Returns with an Award from the Economic Summit! BEE&YOU, America's only patented propolis producer, has been honored with the "Istanbul Golden Values" award for its outstanding achievements in innovation. At Istanbul Economic Summit's Istanbul Golden Values Award Ceremony, which rewards brands that create added value for our country, BEE&YOU, the first and only locally produced propolis with an innovation award, was crowned with the "Istanbul Golden Values" award for its exceptional achievements in innovation. The "Istanbul Economic Summit and Istanbul Golden Values Award Ceremony," held under the theme of "Setting the Roadmap for Emerging from the Global Crisis," occurred on Friday, December 14, 2018, at Ciragan Palace.

BEE&YOU returned with an award from the IBS Mother Baby Child Fair, which brings together the best... The 8th edition of the IBS Mother Baby Child Fair, themed 'Motherhood is in Nature,' brought together leaders in the industry. The event, which took place between December 13-15, hosted over 100,000 visitors. BEE&YOU Propolis Raw Honey Cough Syrup made its mark on the fair by winning the Mother's Choice Product of the Year Award through public voting, competing against 286 participating companies.

BEE&YOU Earns a Spot on the FoodTech 500 List with Innovative Propolis Extraction and Processing Methods! Foodtech 500 is a global competition created by Forward Fooding and inspired by the Fortune 500. It covers the most promising ventures in innovation and aims to bring together capabilities in food-technology-sustainability to enhance the food industry. This year, the FoodTech 500 list opened its doors to Innovative Entrepreneurial Companies that unite agriculture, food, and technology, aiming to find sustainable solutions to food problems. The companies featured on this year's list span a wide range, including food, technology, agriculture, and consumer applications, with each company on the list having entrepreneurial and social assistance success. BEE&YOU, with its 100% natural, innovative products, continues to grow rapidly in both the United States and 13 other countries. All products of BEE&YOU are derived from natural bee products, including 100% natural, pure, protective, and additive-free propolis, royal jelly, pollen, bee bread, raw honey, tablets, syrups, sprays, mixtures, and drops, among other innovative value-added products, and the company develops new products every day. The General Manager of BEE&YOU, Aslı Samancı, expressed her feelings: "We are very excited to be included in such a prestigious list as FoodTech 500, inspired by the worldwide Fortune 500. As a Food Engineer, I have dedicated my career to producing health-beneficial bee products by blending nature and science. This path has allowed me to protect bees and beekeeping and introduce completely natural and pure Anatolian Propolis to the world. Our products protect the ecosystem and offer consumers nutritious and innovative alternatives. Therefore, we believe that we align with the mission of Foodtech 500. Our experienced team is wholeheartedly committed to the mission of synthesizing science and nature to offer healthy and delicious bee products to consumers. We extract Propolis most efficiently with our patented formulas, combine it with other valuable bee products such as raw honey, pollen, bee bread, and royal jelly, and present them to consumers. The resulting products are highly pure, natural, and nutritious.

BEE&YOU proudly presents the new award in 46th Apimondia International Beekeeping Congress 2019, one of the most prestigious congress of the world. BEE&YOU won a Bronze Medal with BEE&YOU Raw Pine Honey in the International Bee Products Design category.

Aslı Samancı, the CoFounder of BEE&YOU, has been honored with the 'Business Award' presented by the Eurowoman Global Business Women's Forum in 2019. According to the statement from BEE&YOU, the EUROWOMAN 2019 Business Awards ceremony, held as part of the Eurowoman Global Business Women's Forum for the 7th consecutive year, took place in Istanbul. At the ceremony where businesswomen at the European level were awarded in 5 different categories, Aslı Samancı, a highly regarded food engineer and propolis expert, was deemed worthy of the 'Business Award' for creating significant global impact with her business model.

Aslı Samancı, the CEO of BEE&YOU, attended Turkey Women Entrepreneurs Meeting! Hosted by the Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) and the Confederation of Tradesmen and Craftsmen of Turkey (TESK), the "Turkey Women Entrepreneurs Meeting" took place. On International Women's Day, March 8th, the meeting was attended by Emine Erdoğan, the wife of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Aslı Samancı, the Co-Founder and General Manager of BEE&YOU, which has garnered great attention with its entrepreneurial story, was also present at this meaningful event. By starting her entrepreneurial journey based on her son's immunity issues, the successful businesswoman was selected as the "Promising Woman Entrepreneur" at Turkey's Woman Entrepreneur competition organized by Ekonomist, Garanti Bank, and the Turkish Women Entrepreneurs Association (KAGİDER) in 2016. Following this competition, Samancı's company experienced significant growth, exporting to 14 countries and successfully entering CVS, a pharmacy chain with 28,000 stores in the United States, in 2019.

BEE&YOU proudly announces its outstanding success in the renowned INOVALIG innovation development program! After securing second place in the Innovation Results Category in 2017, we have once again made our mark by earning the esteemed 27th place in the Innovation Cycle category this year. As a testament to our commitment to innovation, we have been honored with the prestigious Outstanding Success Certificate. We are thrilled to continue pushing the boundaries of creativity and excellence in the industry. Thank you for your unwavering support!

According to the export registration figures of BEE&YOU for the year 2018, the company has been recognized as the 10th Most Successful Exporting Company in the Exportation of Honey Products category by the Istanbul Aquaculture and Animal Products Exporters Association.

BEE&YOU Named Winner of the 2018 Eco Excellence Awards BEE&YOU was announced as the 2018 Eco-Excellence Awards TM winner in the “Nutrition” and “Wellness” categories. BEE&YOU Royal Jelly Raw Honey Mix for Kids was chosen as a winner of “Wellness: Best Alternative Remedy” category. The awards, sponsored by NCW Magazine and now in their 8th edition, recognize excellence in social and environmental sustainability for products, services, companies, and websites across the whole foods, health, and wellness industries.

BEE&YOU Named Winner of the 2018 Eco Excellence Awards BEE&YOU was announced as the winner of the 2018 Eco-Excellence Awards TM in the “Nutrition” and “Wellness” categories. BEE&YOU Propolis Raw Honey Mix was chosen as a winner of “Nutrition: Raw & Fermented Foods” category. The awards, sponsored by NCW Magazine and now in their 8th edition, recognize excellence in social and environmental sustainability for products, services, companies and websites across the whole foods, health and wellness industries.

BEE&YOU is delighted to share the exciting news that Bee&You Royal Jelly Raw Honey Mix for Kids has earned a spot as a finalist in the Children’s Products category! Informa Exhibitions recently unveiled the finalists for the prestigious seventh annual SupplySide CPG Editor’s Choice Awards. The SupplySide editorial team handpicked five outstanding consumer packaged goods (CPG) products for their noteworthy achievements in innovation and market impact across 28 categories. After extensive research, review, and tastings of nearly 600 nominations, the SupplySide and INSIDER editors identified 140 truly remarkable products dedicated to enhancing consumer health.

BEE&YOU is delighted to share the exciting news that Bee&You Royal Jelly Raw Honey Mix for Kids has earned a spot as a finalist in the Children’s Products category! Informa Exhibitions recently unveiled the finalists for the prestigious seventh annual SupplySide CPG Editor’s Choice Awards. The SupplySide editorial team handpicked five outstanding consumer packaged goods (CPG) products for their noteworthy achievements in innovation and market impact across 28 categories. After extensive research, review, and tastings of nearly 600 nominations, the SupplySide and INSIDER editors identified 140 truly remarkable products dedicated to enhancing consumer health.

BEE&YOU Won Best Game Changer Award! BEE&YOU has been honored with three international awards in a competition where finalists were selected by an independent panel and winners were chosen through public voting. On a day dedicated to honoring companies that make a difference and contribute innovative ideas, BEE&YOU was recognized with the Best Game Changer Award at the Game Changers Awards Ceremony.

BEE&YOU Won Best New Brand Award! BEE&YOU has been honored with three international awards in a competition where finalists were selected by an independent panel and winners were chosen through public voting. On a day dedicated to honoring companies that make a difference and contribute innovative ideas, BEE&YOU was recognized with the Best New Brand award at the Game Changers Awards ceremony.

BEE&YOU Won Best Technological Innovation Award! BEE&YOU has been honored with three international awards in a competition where finalists were selected by an independent panel and winners were chosen through public voting. On a day dedicated to honoring companies that make a difference and contribute innovative ideas, BEE&YOU was recognized with the Best Technological Innovation Award at the Game Changers Awards ceremony.

BEE&YOU Secures First Place in the Sustainable Business Awards BEE&YOU, led by Dr. Samancı, achieved first place in the "Sustainable Innovation SME" category at the Sustainable Business Awards. Their groundbreaking utilization of the Contracted Beekeeping model for domestic propolis production in Turkey and their development of an extraction method to preserve the maximum antioxidant properties of propolis earned them this prestigious recognition. The Sustainable Business Awards aim to establish and promote sustainable business models within Turkey's corporate landscape, highlighting companies that have excelled in their endeavors and inspiring others as role models. The fifth edition of the awards ceremony, held at Fairmont Quasar Istanbul, saw the presentation of awards across fourteen different categories, as assessed by a panel of thirty-one jury members. BEE&YOU, the pioneering producer of propolis through the first and only Contracted Beekeeping model in Turkey continues to make strides in sustainable practices. Their propolis, which is 100% locally sourced and has been recognized with an innovation award, reinforces their commitment to sustainability. Dr. Samancı, a distinguished Food Engineer and accomplished businesswoman, leads the BEE&YOU team. With the Sustainable Business Award, their national and international accolades total twenty-three. Turkey has over 150,000 beehives and more than 500 contracted producers. The Brand Manager and Food Engineer, Dr. Ece Özdemir, received the award on behalf of BEE&YOU. Dr. Özdemir emphasized that they introduced domestic propolis production through the Contracted Beekeeping model, a precious bee product that had not been previously produced in Turkey. She sincerely thanked the Sustainability Academy for organizing this prestigious event and the esteemed jury members for recognizing their achievements. Dr. Özdemir stated, "We export Anatolian propolis to 10 countries and are making significant strides towards establishing BEE&YOU as a global brand." She added: "With our network of 150,000 beehives and over 500 contracted beekeepers across Turkey, supported by a team of 80 experts consisting of food, chemical, and agricultural engineers, we ensure the delivery of these valuable products from the hive to consumers with utmost naturalness and purity. Turkey ranks as the world's second-largest beekeeping country regarding hive count. However, the production of other bee products besides honey was virtually nonexistent in Turkey. In 2013, under the name BEE&YOU, we pioneered the domestic production of these products through the Contracted Beekeeping model, introducing bee products such as royal jelly, bee bread, pollen, and propolis to our beekeepers. We developed an innovative extraction method to obtain the maximum nutritional components from propolis, marking Turkey's first domestic propolis production. Our award-winning extraction method has been acknowledged and honored with numerous national and international awards.

BEE&YOU won the first place prize. BEE&YOU has produced value-added propolis products for nine years while preserving propolis' nature and biology. Bee&You, which pioneered propolis production, was deemed worthy of the innovation award with its innovative product BEE&YOU Water Soluble Propolis Drops in the product category. The 5th SME and Entrepreneurship Awards Ceremony of KOSGEB, which offers services and support to develop the competitive power of SMEs and spread the entrepreneurship culture, was held on March 1st at the KOSGEB Headquarters Building in Ankara. BEE&YOU CEO and Food Engineer Aslı Samancı expressed her excitement about the award: "We received our first support from the KOSGEB R&D project when we founded our company in 2013. Therefore, this award is significant and valuable for us. I feel great pride and joy to receive this award. We will continue to move forward daily with greater belief in making Anatolian Propolis a global brand.

BEE&YOU was chosen as a finalist at the Nutraingredients Awards! BEE&YOU is proud to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in the Editor Innovation Awards category with Bee&You Propolis Extract in this competition!

In 2018, successful women entrepreneurs, educators, and academics shared their inspiring stories with students as part of a program called "Excellent Women, Excellent Works" organized by the Industrial Engineering Excellence Club of Ondokuz Mayıs University's Faculty of Engineering. Among the guests was Aslı Samancı, cofounder and CEO of Bee&You, who was selected as "Turkey's Promising Woman Entrepreneur" by Garanti Bank. She recounted how discovering propolis and royal jelly could help cure her son's antibiotic allergy inspired her to launch Bee&You to make these natural remedies more accessible to mothers. Dr. Aslı Samancı, the cofounder of Bee&You, shared her entrepreneurial story at an event for successful women entrepreneurs, educators, and academics. Dr. Samancı recounted how discovering that propolis and royal jelly could help cure her son's antibiotic allergy inspired her to found Bee&You to make these natural remedies more accessible. As a producer of patented propolis products with innovation awards, Dr. Aslı Samancı emphasized that Bee&You's ongoing research and development initiatives and fast growth enable further innovation in natural health solutions.

Dr. Aslı Samancı, Founder and CEO of BEE&YOU, attended the 4G Entrepreneurship Congress organized by the Business Club on December 15-16-17, 2017. The Business Club presented a thank-you plaque to Aslı Samancı for her contributions to the 4G Entrepreneurship Congress. Entrepreneurship Story of BEE&YOU Founder and CEO, Dr. Aslı Samancı! BEE&YOU was established in 2013 at Istanbul Technical University ARI Technopolis by Dr. Aslı Samancı, a Food Engineer and Propolis Expert, Mr. Taylan Samancı, an Agricultural Engineer and Beekeeping Expert, and Prof. Dr. Dilek Boyacıoğlu, a faculty member at the Istanbul Technical University Food Engineering Department. It was established to produce propolis, which had not been previously made in Turkey, through the "Contracted Beekeeping" model. Driven by her son's immunity issues, Dr. Aslı Samancı took the lead in the domestic production of propolis, which was previously imported from China. She has been honored with numerous national and international awards in the fields of R&D, innovation, entrepreneurship, and export for the propolis. She initiated domestic production using the extraction method she developed at ITU ARI Technopolis. With expertise in bee products, BEE&YOU produces propolis, royal jelly, pollen, bee bread, raw honey, and 100% natural mixtures, tablets, drops, and sprays under the international brand BEE&YOU. We sell our products to South Korea, Japan, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Sweden, the United Kingdom, France, Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, taking confident steps towards making Anatolian propolis a global brand. We are the best propolis producer in the USA, with 5,000 contracted beekeepers, 550,000 beehives, a 115,000-square-foot facility, and a team of 200 experts.

According to the export registration figures of BEE&YOU for 2017, the company has been recognized as the 7th Most Successful Exporting Company in the Exportation of Honey Products category by the Istanbul Aquaculture and Animal Products Exporters Association.

BEE&YOU's Propolis-Pistachio-Raw Honey Spread won the Gold Medal by the World Beekeeping Federation! BEE&YOU's natural product, which combines Pistachio, Raw Honey, and Anatolian Propolis, was honored with the first place gold medal at the World Beekeeping Awards, held every two years by Apimondia.

The Grand Award Ceremony of the Turkey Entrepreneurship Summit, organized by Para Magazine, was held at Borsa Istanbul. On November 22nd, during the ceremony, Dr. Samancı, the co-founder and General Manager of BEE&YOU, received the prestigious Entrepreneurship Award in the E-commerce category for their BEE&YOU brand. They were honored with a prize of $500,000 at the Entrepreneur Awards. Dr. Samancı, the visionary behind establishing domestic propolis production in Turkey, has successfully created a brand by introducing the "Contracted Beekeeping" model for the first time in the country. Their efforts have led to the importing of Anatolian propolis to numerous countries, including Europe, Korea, and Saudi Arabia. Expressing her joy about the award, Dr. Samancı remarked, "Thanks to the strength of domestic production, we have made propolis, previously imported to our country, exportable for the first time. Through our ongoing R&D endeavors at Istanbul Technical University, we continue to enhance the value of our brand and strive for further growth. Each accolade we receive holds immense value, and every recognition fuels our determination. Our ultimate goal is to reach a broader audience with Anatolian propolis and transform it into a globally recognized brand."

BEE&YOU's Wildflower Raw Honey won the Gold Medal by the World Beekeeping Federation! BEE&YOU's natural product, which sourced from the fascinating Anatolia, was honored with the first place gold medal at the World Beekeeping Awards, held every two years by Apimondia.

BEE&YOU Received the International Award at the Fancy Food Show in the USA! The BEE&YOU Propolis Hazelnut Cocoa Raw Honey Spread, produced with the mission from hive to table, was honored with the first-place award in the New Product category at the Gourmet Specialty Products Innovation Awards, known as the Oscar of Food. After a 12-day evaluation by 62 Specialty Food Experts in the field of gourmet specialty products, the BEE&YOU Propolis Hazelnut Cocoa Raw Honey Spread was crowned with the first-place award out of 3000 products.

SBS Inc., under the brand BEE&YOU, has been awarded as the E-Export Champion in the 16th edition of the "Export Stars/Turkey's Hidden Champions" competition, organized in collaboration with DHL Turkey, sponsored by Akbank and Turkcell. At the award ceremony held on Wednesday, September 27, with the participation of Minister of Economy Mr. Nihat Zeybekci, at Hilton Bomonti Hotel, BEE&YOU co-founder and CEO Aslı Samancı received the award on stage from Hakan Güldağ, the Editor-in-Chief of DÜNYA Newspaper. Dr. Samancı, who initiated domestic propolis production in Turkey for the first time through the "Contracted Beekeeping" model, replacing the imported propolis from China, is now introducing Anatolian propolis to the world. Dr. Samancı expressed her excitement during the event with the following words: "We have started local production of a product that was previously imported into our country, propolis, and now we can export it. Currently, through the R&D studies we conduct at Istanbul Technical University, we are shipping Anatolian propolis, which preserves its natural nutritional content and biological activity, to many countries from Europe to Asia. With our efforts in the export field, we are presenting Anatolian propolis to the world. Being appreciated by such esteemed institutions is very valuable and a vital source of motivation for us.

BEE&YOU Founder and CEO Dr. Aslı Samancı Receives a Prestigious Award! On April 11, 2018, the Denizli Businesswomen's Association organized the "Pamukkadın" awards for women in the business world. The award ceremony took place at the Denizli Chamber of Commerce. It was attended by Ayşen Zeybekçi, the wife of the Minister of Economy Nihat Zeybekçi, Denizli Metropolitan Mayor Osman Zolan, Merkezefendi District Governor Şükrü Görücü, Pamukkale District Governor Hayrettin Balcıoğlu, President of the Denizli Chamber of Commerce Uğur Erdoğan, President of the Denizli Exporters' Association (DENİB) Süleyman Kocasert, President of the Denizli Business Women's Association (DİKAB) Nilgün Ök, Chairman of the Republican People's Party (CHP) Merkezefendi District Tolga Varlıker, and Nurcan Dalbudak, the President of the AK Party Women's Branch in the province. At the ceremony, Dr. Aslı Samancı, the CEO and Co-founder of BEE&YOU, was honored with the Innovative Businesswoman of the Year award. Dr. Samancı received the award from Süleyman Kocasert, the Vice Chairman of the Turkish Exporters Assembly and President of DENİB. Successful businesswomen from Denizli were recognized in four different categories at the ceremony. During the event, Nilgün Ök, the President of DİKAB, Süleyman Kocasert, the President of DENİB, Uğur Erdoğan, the President of the Denizli Chamber of Commerce, and Osman Zolan, the Mayor of Denizli Metropolitan Municipality, delivered speeches. Dr. Aslı Samancı, a Food Engineer and the CEO of BEE&YOU, explained how she started producing propolis, which had not been previously made in Turkey, using contract beekeeping methods and how she succeeded in transforming it into innovative, natural, and healthy products for export. Samancı stated that the natural propolis products they produce are popular in the USA and receive attention in South Korea, Europe, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. She emphasized that they are taking confident steps toward making Anatolian Propolis a global brand.

Aslı Samancı, Founding Partner/CEO of BEE&YOU, received the Elele AVON Women's Awards 2017 Entrepreneur of the Year Award! This year, Aslı Samancı won the first-place award in the 'Entrepreneur of the Year' category at the 4th Elele AVON Women's Awards. After founding her company at Istanbul Technical University ARI Teknokent, Dr. Samancı pioneered local production in Turkey with the 'Contracted Beekeeping' model and sold Anatolian propolis to many countries from America to Europe, from Korea to Saudi Arabia. She is progressing steadily toward making Anatolian Propolis a global brand

BEE&YOU, Turkey's first and only domestic propolis producer, received the second prize at INNOVATION! BEE&YOU, produced with a mission of delivering health from the hive to the table, was crowned with the second prize in the Innovation Results category at the Turkey Innovation and Entrepreneurship Week. The awards of the Turkey Innovation and Entrepreneurship Week, which played a significant role in promoting the culture of innovation in our country and were organized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM) under the coordination of the Ministry of Economy, were presented at the Istanbul Congress Center. During the award ceremony, BEE&YOU was honored with the second prize in the "Innovation Results" category of INNOVATION. Dr. Aslı Samancı, Co-founder and CEO of BEE&YOU, received the award from the Minister of Economy, Nihat Zeybekçi, the Minister of Youth and Sports, Osman Aşkın Bak, and the President of TİM, Mehmet Büyükekşi. Among nearly 1,000 applications, BEE&YOU was deemed worthy of the award and is produced at Istanbul Technical University's Arı Teknokent. BEE&YOU, manufactured under the supervision of expert food and agricultural engineers, contains Turkey's first and only domestic propolis, which TÜBİTAK, TTGV, and TÜSİAD have awarded for innovation. BEE&YOU developed an extraction method at Istanbul Technical University's Arı Teknokent to preserve the beneficial components within propolis to the maximum extent, as raw propolis cannot be consumed directly. Introducing the "Contracted Beekeeping" model for the first time in Turkey, BEE&YOU exports Anatolian propolis to various countries in Europe, Korea, and Saudi Arabia. Alongside INNOVATION, BEE&YOU has been honored with 11 national and international awards, making significant strides toward establishing Anatolian propolis as a global brand.

Bee&You founder and Agricultural Engineer Taylan Samanci was honored with the first place prize in the "Business, Economy and Entrepreneurship" category of the annual "Ten Outstanding Young People of the World" competition organized by the International Young Leaders and Entrepreneurs (JCI) Association. BEE&YOU pioneered propolis production through the 'Contracted Beekeeping' model. BEE&YOU exports value-added propolis products, preserving propolis' natural constituents and biological activities. It is steadily progressing towards making Anatolian Propolis a global brand. Agricultural Engineer Taylan Samanci continues developing traceability for bee products and good farming practices through the BEE&YOU brand, contributing to the industry and research through his work.

BEE&YOU, renowned for its commitment to preserving the inherent natural qualities from hive to table in delivering its products to consumers, received a prestigious recognition during Turkey Design Week, a collaborative event organized by the Ministry of Economy and the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM). BEE&YOU was honored with the Design Award in the "Packaging and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods" category at the esteemed Design Turkey 2017 Industrial Design Awards ceremony. BEE&YOU was established in 2013 by Dr. Aslı Samancı, a Food Engineer; Dr. Taylan Samancı, an Agricultural Engineer; and Prof. Dr. Dilek Boyacıoğlu, a faculty member at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Food Engineering. With the support of KOSGEB and an R&D project at Istanbul Technical University's Arı Teknokent, they aimed to produce propolis, which had not been previously manufactured in Turkey, using the Contracted Beekeeping model and developing processing methods to make it suitable for human consumption. BEE&YOU continues to offer products containing propolis, royal jelly, honey, and pollen, following the "from hive to table" principle while preserving their nutritional content and biological activity.

As SBS Scientific Bio Solutions, we were honored with the "BEETECH" award in 2016 for intellectual property rights by Istanbul Technical University ArıTeknokent. This recognition followed a two-year R&D project at ArıTeknokent that yielded the products we developed and our national and international registration applications. We launched initially using the "Contracted Beekeeping" model in Turkey.

BEE&YOU Received an Award from the European Union! BEE&YOU has been honored with the Eco-Efficiency Award from the European Union for its contributions to the development of beekeeping worldwide through the Contracted Beekeeping Model!

On April 21, 2016, we qualified for the finals of the 12th Technology Awards competition organized by TUBITAK, TTGV and TUSIAD with our propolis R&D project. As a result, we were honored with the Micro Scale Enterprise Process Category award.

With the cooperation of KAGİDER, Garanti Bank, and Economist Magazine, BEE&YOU was awarded the "Most Promising Woman Entrepreneur of Turkey" category award in the 2016 Turkey's Woman Entrepreneur Competition. This award recognizes Dr. Aslı Samancı, one of the co-founders of BEE&YOU. Dr. Aslı Samancı is a Food Engineer and Biologist. She cofounded BEE&YOU, Turkey's first commercial producer of pure Anatolian propolis. After graduating from Istanbul Technical University's Food Engineering Department in 1996, she worked for 18 years in the bee products industry. During this time, she also completed her master's degree at ITU. She led numerous national and international projects focused on products like honey, royal jelly, and propolis. Determined to start her own company based on this experience, Dr. Aslı cofounded BEE&YOU with her husband, Agricultural Engineer Mr. Taylan Samancı, and Professor Dr. Dilek Boyacıoğlu at Istanbul Technical University ARI Technopark in 2013. Using the "Contracted Beekeeping" model, BEE&YOU sources honey, royal jelly, and propolis from 550,000 beehives. Thanks to Dr. Aslı's expertise in developing processes to make propolis suitable for human consumption, BEE&YOU provides natural and healthy products to consumers in various innovative formulations.

BEE&YOU receives the Fastest Growing New Venture Company Award from Borsa Istanbul Private Market! The first anniversary of Borsa Istanbul Private Market, where entrepreneurs and companies with growth potential meet investors without going public, and the official opening of the Global Entrepreneurship Week was held at Borsa Istanbul in November 2015. Tuncay Dinç, the CEO of Borsa Istanbul, and influential figures such as Sezai Hazır, the President of the Habitat Association and the International Entrepreneurship Center, attended the ceremony. The fastest-growing venture companies of the year were announced at the event. BEE&YOU, cofounded by Aslı Samancı, a Female Entrepreneur who achieved the first local propolis production in Turkey with her patented extraction technology and the Contracted Beekeeping model implemented for the first time in the country, was honored with the Fastest Growing New Venture Company award at this ceremony! BEE&YOU Co-Founder and General Manager Aslı Samancı stated, "From starting our journey with ten beekeepers to now continuing with 5000 contracted beekeepers, BEE&YOU is still Turkey's first and only innovation award-winning, patented, and domestic propolis producer. Our motivation on this path comes from the national and international awards we have received!"

For participating in and contributing to Turkey's 2nd Procurement, Gastronomy and Technical Platform Meeting, OSMED presented our company with a thank you plaque.

ITU Seedbed presented a thank-you plaque to one of our co-founders, Prof. Dr. Dilek Boyacıoğlu, for her contributions toward fostering technology-based entrepreneurship!

CarrefourSa presented a thank-you plaque to our women entrepreneur founder, Dr. Aslı Samancı!

In our ongoing efforts to introduce the beneficial properties of Anatolian propolis and raw honey globally, one of our founders, Prof. Dr. Dilek Boyacoğlu, has been honored by the Turkish Honey Association. She received a certificate of appreciation from them for her contributions to advancing apitherapy and the honey industry in Turkey.

At BEE&YOU, we appreciate the support of partners like the Turkish Honey Association as we educate people worldwide about the healing gifts from bees. Under Prof. Boyacoğlu's guidance, we will continue working with groups that advocate for beekeepers and honey producers. By promoting traditional remedies alongside modern research, we hope to help thriving rural communities and unlock broader opportunities for Turkey's natural exports.

Dr. Dilek Boyacıoğlu, Co-founder of BEE&YOU, was presented with a plaque of appreciation from the Faculty of Naval Architecture at Istanbul Technical University for her contributions to the project development of Istanbul Technical University Student Social Facilities.

During the opening speech of the İŞKAD Women Entrepreneurship Awards ceremony, which numerous guests attended, Berman Mantı, the President of Adana Business Women's Association (İŞKAD), presented a plaque of gratitude to Dr. Aslı Samancı for her contributions to the award ceremony with her success story, slides, presentation, and speeches. Dr. Aslı Samancı, the Founder and CEO of BEE&YOU, stated, "With the 'Contracted Beekeeping' model that we implemented for the first time in Turkey, we ensure traceable production from the beehive to the table under controlled conditions. We work directly with beekeepers in different regions of Turkey under the supervision of agricultural engineers and beekeeping experts in our expert team, providing them with training and material support. Through the implemented Contracted Beekeeping Model, we achieve 'Fair Trade.' The propolis collected from contracted beekeepers is extracted using the R&D method developed at Istanbul Technical University ARI Technopolis and transformed into innovative, value-added new products. By exporting our products to 30 different countries, we are confidently taking steps to make Anatolian propolis a global brand."

BEE&YOU, a part of Global Wellness Day, was presented with a plaque to express gratitude for its contributions to changing the lives of millions of people worldwide.

Valuing BEE&YOU's Occupational Health and Safety Akkaş Group presented a congratulatory plaque to BEE&YOU, expressing appreciation for its commitment to occupational health and safety. "We congratulate your commitment to occupational health and safety and wish you continued success in your work without any accidents."

Dr. Aslı Samancı, Founder of Bee&You, Participated in the Pioneer Business People Symposium! Dr. Aslı Samancı, Founder of Bee&You, participated in the symposium organized with the contributions of the International Universities Union. A plaque of thanks was presented to Dr. Aslı Samancı, a Woman Entrepreneur and co-founder of Bee&You, for her contributions. The "Pioneer Business People Symposium" organized at Double Tree By Hilton (Pialepaşa) with the efforts of Goncagül FEYMAN, founder of FEYMAN TV, producer and presenter of the "A World of Business" program, brought together "Pioneer Business People" and aimed to create and develop business collaborations through their knowledge, experience and future projects by getting to know each other better among partners and participants. It aimed to form and develop business partnerships related to their knowledge, experience, and future projects.