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• Leading the transformation and modernization of everyday work for 4 Mil+ people by delivering specialized solutions to 25+ Fortune 500 clients including US Navy, Microsoft, Giant Eagle, Western Digital, Federal.
• Workplace culture transformation and modernization strategies delivered to clients include: - Modernization: Shifting to a 'virtual first' office to save $89 mil in leases for 22,000+ employee company. - Community.
• Developed 3 new tools to bridge employees with IT & HR & Leadership utilizing modern technology, including SmartPersonas™, the Workplace Employee Experience Score (WEE Score), & the 'A Better Way to Work' Podcast.
• Manage and oversee efforts of a global team.

Seattle, Washington USA

• Led the company’s rapid global growth & diversification of its foreign market entry and sales business. Specialized in turning foreign products into mainstream US brands + ensuring profitable global expansions.
• Responsible for corporate growth strategy and P&L, plus all partnerships & reporting.
• Secured a $120 Mil joint venture with Australia’s #1 fresh meals brand for US launch.
• Negotiated 5 agreements with international brands for exclusive manufacturing and sales.
• Led the USA market entry and business launch of Japan's #1 noodle brand + UK's #1 fundraising brand.
• 日本語対応 Doing business in English and Japanese.

Seattle, Washington USA

• Led the introduction & sales of new products from 750 companies to Costco Wholesale specifically for consumers living in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Spain, France, & 13 countries throughout Latin America.
• 40% YOY growth by pioneering the sales broker model in Asia for the company.
• $200 million increase in revenue by securing 75 new customers within 24 months.
• Guided new product introductions globally, and managed daily sales across 45 locations.
• Sold 181 new items to Costco in 1 week by creating and leading the "Asia Vendor Showcase" sales week.
• Responsible for leading the overall conception, naming, packaging, pricing, promotion and distribution of such products as Honest Earth Mashed Potatoes in Australia and Super Bean snacks and Healthy Noodle in USA.

Boise, Idaho USA

• Grew distribution from 0 to 5,000+ retail outlets worldwide by guiding the brand positioning and retail strategy. Selected retail targets, trade shows, and marketing alliances to secure rapid growth in a saturated space.
• Grew startup revenue from $0 to $12 Mil prior to company’s successful acquisition.
• Steered and set the initial product lineup for males, plus the strategic addition of 3 new products. for females.
• Conducted technical evaluation of manufacturing materials & consumer acceptance testing of finished goods.
• International expansion to 4 continents by guiding packaging, branding, and pricing.

Phoenix, Arizona USA

• Designed a foreign outreach strategy, which yielded 100+ new relationships in 4 countries in first 30 days.
• Re-structured and optimized operations, resulting in increased sales performance by 30% year-over-year.
• Launched new digital and print messaging, leading to 20% increase in customer interactions.
• Oversaw relationships with 2,700+ global companies and managed a multi-cultural team.

Phoenix, Arizona USA

• Created and engineered the School’s inaugural global conference for alumni, corporate clients, and donors.
• Oversight of all event elements including sales, logistics, content, and sponsorship for two global events.
• Secured 110 speakers, 36 global sponsors, and 1,600 attendees between both US and German locations.
• Guided outreach and sales efforts that delivered $350,000 in sponsorships, and $270,000 in ticket sales.
• Supervised a permanent team of 8 which grew to 80 for each event in addition to 120 student volunteers.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

• Managed the $75 million buy-on-board dining + inflight merch. business, while enhancing offerings pre-IPO.
• Developed a new $7 million onboard power at your seat amenity option, pricing strategy, and revenue plan.
• Led the creation, production, and distribution to 160 countries of a new web, print and TV branding campaign.
• Managed the re-design of the business class booking experience, attracting 20+ million visitors per month.

Boise, Idaho USA

• Led the creation of 24 unique brands and pricing strategies for each project within the $1.3 billion portfolio.
• Directed the $250,000 monthly paid media strategy as well as all earned & owned media for each project.
• Guided the firm’s inaugural $90 million project and delivered $5.8 million in pre-sales within 30 days.
• Managed the acquisition of Shadow Valley Golf Course which added 83 employees and $2 million in sales.
• Oversaw a team of 10, and dozens of external consultants, and had P&L responsibilities for all 24 projects.

Houston, Texas USA

• Cultivated 45 companies to launch new business in Japan; exceeded office goals by 33% annually.
• Developed and solidified a two-year official trade relationship between Texas, USA and Shimane, Japan.
• Assisted Chili’s Restaurants and Whole Foods Markets in formulating their Japan market entry strategies.
• Delivered 300+ presentations pitching Japan as an FDI destination with a 70% new client conversion ratio.

Nagoya, Japan

• Official representative and foreign liaison for the City; hosted 200+ high profile delegations.
• Promoted Nagoya as host city of the 2005 World Expo and assisted the City’s global PR and tourism campaigns.
• Grew City’s global profile by securing Torino, Italy as sister city, & by luring 3 new airlines to serve Nagoya.
• Conducted daily business in Japanese and produced all official Japanese-to-English media.

Salt Lake City, Utah USA

• Generated $1.2 million in sales; consultant to 50, Asia-to-US and US-to-Asia, new market entry projects.
• Lead consultant for startups including Kelzyme, the first calcium for both humans and animals in Asia.
• As a consultant, managed broadcast TV logistics for the 2002 Winter Olympics for Japan’s Fuji Television.

Mba In Global Management

#1 Ranked MBA for International Management #2 Ranked for "Best Alumni Network"

Bachelor, Japanese Language And Hospitality Industry Management

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