Message from Shunji Hidaka to the Investors, CEOs, and BODs pursuing business success in Japan,

With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by IT/Ad tech venture companies entering Japan, I confidently possess the knowledge and insights needed to overcome these hurdles and drive business success. In the digital business sector of this country, I stand as one of the most knowledgeable individuals, equipped with a clear and objective understanding of the necessary steps to address these challenges.

Kindly considering my background and professional experience, as well as the contents I am about to discuss here, if given the opportunity to expand your business in Japan, I'm fully ready to meet your expectations. With that in mind, I would like to convey this sentiment as a message.

My strength lies in having experience with both major Advertising Agency's Programmatic Ad division and overseas Venture companies including Startups. By leveraging my personal network within the industry and my experience of witnessing foreign companies attempting to enter the Japanese market from both the inside and outside, I promise to commit to the success of your business in Japan.

For instance, venture companies entering Japan from overseas often struggle to understand the intricate and sometimes seemingly irrational business practices in Japan. Many board members, including CEOs, CROs, and investors of ventures with headquarters in the US, UK, or regional headquarters in APAC such as Singapore, find it challenging to grasp the specific aspects of doing business in Japan. As a result, misunderstandings can arise between them and the local business managers responsible for the Japan operations. Both the headquarters and the Japanese business managers end up going through unnecessary struggles in order to resolve these issues. Again, I have a clear and objective understanding of what needs to be addressed and how to overcome these challenges in order to lead the business to success. I can confidently assert that I am one of the individuals most knowledgeable about this in the digital business in this country.

At present, I am actively involved as a consultant for international ad tech ventures that are establishing their presence in Japan. In this role, I focus on enhancing customer development, providing sales leadership, and managing marketing PR activities. Working alongside a team of highly experienced professionals, including individuals who have previously held prominent positions like Country Manager, Head of Marketing, and Sales Lead in similar organisations, we bring extensive expertise in introducing and launching companies in the Japanese market. Our team is well-equipped to facilitate the successful launch of your products and services, and accelerate your marketing efforts, thereby allowing your Japan team to concentrate on driving business growth and closing deals within the country.

Lastly, I have a particularly strong network with major advertising agencies in Japan, including Dentsu, Hakuhodo, and ADK groups. As a specialist in Japan Go-To-Market, I promise to leverage all the assets gained from these unique experiences as well as these unique assets to bring profitable results. Therefore, I sincerely request that you entrust me with the opportunity to expand your business in Japan. So, I would like to express this sentiment as a message to you all. I believe we can discuss the details in person or online under the appropriate NDA contract, so I look forward to hearing from all of you.

Shunji Hidaka ,Principal, Greatworth Associates
: shunji.hidaka@gwa.co.jp
: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shunji-hidaka-4956a927/

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