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.
Navigating and advancing a unique domestic market
Magnus Hansson
Jaguar Land Rover Japan’s Magnus Hansson on cross-regional challenges
Global ambitions defined by empathy, opportunity
Thorsten Poehl
Boehringer Ingelheim’s Thorsten Poehl on fostering organizational change
Integrated resorts: A game of calculated risk in Japan
Ted Chan
Galaxy Entertainment Group’s Ted Chan on gambling, hospitality in Asia
Diversity amid enhancing innovations in technology
John Harrington
Nokia Japan’s CEO John Harrington on 5G capabilities and digitization
Ardent drive to promote Poland-Japan exchanges
Jacek Izydorczyk
Jacek Izydorczyk shares his areas of interest and objectives as ambassador
Ambition and experience lead to ideal circumstances
Mark Dearlove
Mark Dearlove shares insight on the financial industry and living abroad
Reputation and success developed via resilience
Antony Tran
Antony Tran’s flexible approach to photography extends to work practices
Preserving ancient history while looking to the future
Ayman Aly Kamel
Egyptian Ambassador Ayman Aly Kamel on cross-cultural collaboration
‘Busy and exciting’ times predicted for EU-Japan ties
Patricia Flor
EU Ambassador Patricia Flor reflects on her career and upcoming events
ESG-centered values drive management, strategies
Dave Muenz
Dave Muenz aims at promoting globalization and sustainable lifestyles
Partnership echoes ‘build global, live local’ mantra
Tom White
Tom White of Uber on growing the company across markets and borders
Diplomatic career offers a variety of opportunities
Jorge Toledo Albinana
Jorge Toledo’s growing reputation in diplomacy leads him back to Japan
