Founded in 1930 by Yakup Başaran in Trabzon, Başaran Investment Holding started with hazelnut trading and grew into a diverse company. Their branch Başaran Gıda, part of the second generation, became a major hazelnut exporter. They expanded into construction with Başaran Gayrimenkul Yatırım ve İnşaat, focusing on strategic investments.
In the third generation, company is led by Hüseyin Başaran Başaran Gıda. They're now Turkey's top hazelnut processor. Moreover, the company invests in various sectors like finance, energy, construction, cement, tourism, aviation, and yachting. Moreover they are known for its innovative approach. It continues to contribute to Istanbul and Turkey through construction projects. The unique architecture of their buildings is designed by Beril Başaran Artebel Design.