Yilmaz Baburhan Arslan ’19

The Hill Society International
Member Profile
Yilmaz B. Arslan ’19

What was your focus at Syracuse University and what are you doing now?

I earned my B.A. in Economics from the College of Arts & Sciences in 2019, driven by a fascination with the intersection of markets, mobility, and human behavior. Today, I channel that curiosity into three ventures that move people—both literally and digitally:
United – A global ground transportation and airport hospitality network, operating across three continents and expanding.
Resfor – An AI-powered reservation platform that helps restaurants fill seats and manage waitlists in real time.
BoB Technology – Developer of fully autonomous parking ecosystems, transforming concrete lots into smart, revenue-generating hubs.

What is your favorite SU memory?

Saturday nights in the Carrier Dome, losing my voice as the Orange took the court—then losing the rest of it dissecting the game with friends at diners on Marshall Street. Those shared moments forged lifelong bonds and taught me that community is built one cheer—and one cup of Dome popcorn—at a time.

Why is it important to give back to Syracuse University?

Every breakout I’ve experienced began with a professor’s challenge or an alum’s advice. Giving back feels like revenue-sharing—the way an economist should: returning both intellectual and financial dividends to the place that gave me my original “seed round.”

What does being a member of The Hill Society International (leadership giving) mean to you?

A university’s greatest asset isn’t its endowment—it’s its alumni network. The Hill Society proves that the ’Cuse family doesn’t just reminisce; it reinvests. My membership is a handshake across generations, paying forward the mentorship and momentum that were once gifted to me.