David Sen

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About David Sen

Assistant Director, Investment and Credit Division, JICA 2025 - Deputy Assistant Director, Investment and Credit Division, JICA 2023 - 2025 Principal, Investment, Seiho Investment Works Incorporated 2022 - 2023 Conducted business, financial, and technological due diligence on startups in areas such as Digital Transformation (DX), SaaS, and Deep Tech sectors including Biotech, SpaceTech, AI, and Robotics. Also responsible for assessing company valuations, evaluating investment returns, and making investment decisions as an investment manager. Led end-to-end investment operations, including designing investment structures, drafting term sheets, and negotiating terms with startups and co-investors. Supported portfolio companies in developing capital strategies, business plans, and corporate strategies to enhance long-term growth. Associate, Investment, Seiho Investment Works Incorporated 2020 - 2022 Engaged in sourcing startup investment opportunities and conducting comprehensive business and financial due diligence. Staff Member, Product Planning, Toyota Motor Corporation 2018 - 2020 Conducted macro and micro-level analyses to develop strategic product positioning and concepts aligned with market trends and business goals. Reviewed and evaluated product addition proposals for the mid-term portfolio submitted by country and regional offices, ensuring alignment with the overall technology development roadmap and efficient corporate-wide resource allocation.