David Nishijima

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About David Nishijima

Leads strategy development, ideation, scouting and incubation of services, applications and vehicle features to enhance the user experience for connected, autonomous and electric vehicles as well as mobile devices. Seeks out and establishes new business relationships with both startups and established companies for implementation in next-generation products and services, and project management of proofs-of-concepts/prototypes on new innovation for the automotive industry. David has two decades of experience in the automotive and ICT industries in the Silicon Valley. Previously, he established Toyota’s first local research center, and led technology research and planning (employee No. Skilled in clarifying issues, advocating solutions, mobilizing cross-functional support and facilitating decision-making in complex situations. Areas of expertise: strategic planning, program/project management, technology and market research, business development, corporate development, general management, multi-cultural communications, intellectual property rights, and export control compliance. In-depth understanding of Japanese business practices and culture.