Hi, I'm Aki Akimoto - GM at Wavenet Japan/ Ex-Googler/EX-LinkedIn/ Board member at Team WADA
I thrive on building bridges between cultures and driving growth through innovative marketing. My passion lies in leveraging digital strategies to elevate businesses, especially in tech and education, where I excel at creating impactful connections and expanding market reach globally.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Spearheaded market growth in Japan and Europe for WaveNet Technology.
Drove global marketing initiatives at Google for over seven years.
Can provide strategic marketing guidance for tech startups and navigating global markets.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Marketing Roles
Began career in integrated and internet media planning at ADK, building a strong base in advertising and communication strategies.
✦ Media Planning
✦ ADK
✦ Advertising
Global Tech Marketing Leadership
Drove marketing initiatives at Google for over seven years across Japan, Portugal, and Lithuania, gaining extensive international experience.
✦ Global Marketing
✦ Tech
Platform and Business Development
Managed growth and strategy at LinkedIn for over four years, focusing on professional networking and market expansion.
✦ Business Development
✦ Japan Market
Current General Management & Advisory
Currently leading WaveNet Technology's Japan and Europe markets, alongside advisory roles and academic pursuits in strategic advisory and education.
✦ General Manager
✦ WaveNet Technology
✦ Advisory
✦ Academia
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global Market Navigator
Expertise in driving cross-border business and market expansion
✦ Spearheading market growth in Japan and Europe for WaveNet Technology.
✦ Facilitating cross-border business development between Taiwan and Japan.
✦ Leveraging deep understanding of diverse cultural and business landscapes.
Digital Marketing Architect
Designing and implementing data-driven marketing strategies
✦ Developing branding solutions and content strategies for diverse clients.
✦ Executing digital marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility and results.
✦ Expertise in digital, global, and integrated media planning.
Cross-Industry Innovator
Applying marketing acumen across Tech, Education, and Healthcare
✦ Proven track record in industries including Tech, Telecoms, Education, and Healthcare.
✦ Adapting marketing strategies for sectors from CPG to Plastic Surgery.
✦ Bridging the gap between marketing power and educational/hiring advancements.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking to connect with innovators shaping the future of global business and technology.
✦ Eager to explore collaborations that leverage marketing for educational and HR sector advancements.
✦ Looking to expand my network with professionals passionate about cross-cultural business strategies.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic marketing guidance to tech startups and established companies.
✦ Provide insights into navigating and succeeding in the Japanese and European markets.
✦ Share expertise on building effective brand solutions and digital marketing campaigns.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging trends in educational technology and HR solutions.
✦ Connecting with potential partners for cross-border business ventures.
✦ Finding opportunities to contribute to global initiatives focused on career development.