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TechstarsAccelerator Mentor / Advisor
Jun. 2024Committed to increasing entrepreneurship all over the world since 2006 through access to accelerator programs and venture capital funds, driven by a philosophy of Give First. Participating founders receive a 3-month, mentorship-driven accelerator program, a $120K investment, and access to the global network of Techstars.
Founder InstituteStartup Mentor / Advisor
Jan. 2023Active supporting the world’s most proven network for turning ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses with its proven Equity Collective. Since 2009, structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,500 entrepreneurs with chapters across 100 countries, raising over $1.85BN in funding.
Concept Design AcademyExecutive Director / Host & Curator
Jan. 2020Tokyo, JapanThe Concept Design / Academy / is your personal network to empower your career and drive your business from anywhere in the world. Gain access to a powerful resource for knowledge that will support your career goals and business objectives across a variety of disciplines. Our content and toolkits cover critical thinking, strategic planning, branding, communications, human resources and organizational development. The transformational frameworks you will encounter here are derived from extensive experience directing advertising campaigns, marketing promotions and digital media initiatives across numerous industries. These include fast-moving consumer goods, fashion and lifestyle, beverages and liquor, music & entertainment, talent & recruitment, and travel & tourism.
United International Business SchoolsProfessor
Oct. 2016Tokyo, JapanDedicated to cross-cultural education with a global perspective, the United International Business Schools organization (UIBS) is an independent and accredited private higher education institution with campuses in Europe and Asia. UIBS offers flexible business and management studies at the Graduate/Master/MBA and Postgraduate/Doctor/DBA level.
日経ビジネススクールLecturer, Nikkei Business School (日経ビジネススクール)
Jul. 2016Tokyo, Japan日経ビジネススクールがかかげる「変革と活力をもたらす人材の育成」は、「３×４×５のフレーム」で実現できると考えます。
「３」はカバーすべき３つの領域、「４」は意識すべきキャリアステージ、「５」は求められる資質であり、最終的に日経ビジネススクールで身に付けていただきたいコンピテンシーです。
Concept Design I/OMarketing Director @ Spin The World
Jan. 2016Tokyo, JapanStrategy and planning for comprehensive channel marketing, brand activation and consumer engagement programs for lifestyle brands such as Penelope Bourbon, Tequila Rose, Tarantula Tequila, Usquaebach Whisky, Conjure Cognac, Martin Millers Gin, Malecon Rum, and Crystal Head Vodka.
New York UniversityLecturer, NYU School of Professional Studies
Aug. 2015Tokyo, JapanCreation and instruction of programs for professionals working in global multinational corporations, covering topics across Leadership, Team Management, Negotiation Skills and Business Strategy. These programs are designed to provide practical skills and knowledge to immediately enhance the business performance and career progress of all participants.
AdPeople WorldwideBusiness Director
Jan. 2014 - Dec. 2014Tokyo, JapanDevelopment of effective communications solutions and marketing promotions enabling global clients to keep pace and effectively engage in one of the world’s most demanding business landscapes (B2C / B2B).
WundermanPlanning Director
Jan. 2013 - Dec. 2014Tokyo, JapanCreative ideation and methodology development across traditional and digital account planning — combined with data analytics — to lead insights and campaign development for domestic and multinational corporations (B2C / B2B).
Temple University JapanLecturer, Certification Program in Branding and Communication
Jan. 2005Tokyo, JapanSenior Instructor for two certificate programs: Branding & Communications, and Strategic Internet Communications, providing professionals with essential knowledge that can be readily applied through the evaluation, development and execution of corporate strategy and marketing campaigns.
Concept Design I/OStrategist / Consultant / Lecturer
Jan. 2000Tokyo, JapanPrincipal and founder of Concept Design, a network of creative professionals experienced in traditional and interactive design, marketing consultation, project management, and event production services.
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