We aim to increase the network of Leaders & Readers through interviews with key people at top international companies and with ambassadors to Japan.
We seek to promote mutual understanding, exchanges and commercial connections between Japan and the rest of the world by appreciating the outlooks of people outside such careers.
At home in the classroom, be it in London or Tokyo
Kirsten O’Connor
Kirsten O'Connor on her dedication to education and leading FEW Japan
Longtime work for chamber evolves into leading role
Sally Townsend
Sally Townsend on her dream job and representing Australia, New Zealand
‘Zest for life’ shapes over 30 years of work, play in Japan
Fabrice Tilot
Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce’s Fabrice Tilot’s time abroad
Bridging cultures through ‘food diplomacy’ and more
Peter Tan Hai Chuan
Singaporean Ambassador Peter Tan Hai Chuan on growing up with Japan
Hopes firm for continued partnership amid COVID-19
Richard Court
Ambassador Richard Court reflects on his and Australia’s ties to Japan
A leap from academia to first Armenian ambassador
Grant Pogosyan
Grant Pogosyan on bridging cultures, establishing the Armenian embassy
Unique programs target a broad spectrum of viewers
David Macdonald
Discovery Japan’s David Macdonald looks to expand reality TV in Japan
Guided by an ever-present curiosity in business, travel
Neri Miclaus
Piaggio Group President Neri Miclaus on building an international career
An ongoing pursuit of collaboration, innovation
Giorgio Starace
Italian Ambassador Giorgio Starace on the legacy of Japan-Italy relations
Olympic prep underway for fully booked Conrad
Neil McInnes
General Manager Neil McInnes on the 2020 Games as a ‘defining moment’
Long road ahead in push for globalized education
Bruce Stronach
Temple University Japan Dean Bruce Stronach on challenges in higher ed
Final post informed by nearly 20 years in Japan
Singtong Lapisatepun
Ambassador Singtong Lapisatepun on the future of diplomatic relations
