Embedding Sustainability at the Core of Business Governance
Illac empowers and inspires businesses to integrate sustainability into their core strategy, policies, and operations, backed by scientific evidence, real-world experience, and delivered by world-class experts.
What we do
Our Difference
Science-Informed
Our work is grounded in robust, peer-reviewed research and supported by collaborations with leading academic institutions and think tanks.
International Experience
With projects spanning Europe, MENA, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia, we adapt global frameworks to meet local realities.
Business Acumen
Our experts bring decades of experience in corporate leadership, investor relations, and sustainability reporting, ensuring practical and actionable solutions.
International Standards
Our services align with global frameworks, including the UN SDGs, IFC Performance Standards, OECD Guidelines, and EU sustainability directives, ensuring the highest level of compliance and impact.
Founded in 2003 in the UK, by Dr. Ararat and A.J. Merrell, ILLAC advises executives creating value for all stakeholders and contributing to a more sustainable world through sound governance and effective environmental and social policies. Focusing on Turkey and emerging markets, our advisors blend academic rigor with practical international experience to deliver measurable results.