Junichi Shibuta

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About Junichi Shibuta

Global executive with 40 years of leadership experience in business development, digital transformation, and cross-border investment. Former President of Mitsui & Co. Italia S.p.A and Mitsui Comtek Corp.(USA), with deep expertise in AI, IoT, big data, and SaaS ventures. Led GRID Inc. as COO and Board Director through its successful IPO on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. I specialize in scaling businesses through innovation, strategy execution, and hands-on leadership across Asia, Europe, and North America. Proven track record in startup acceleration, corporate venture capital, and multinational team management. Currently advising tech startups in Semiconductor for optimization, SaaS, and supply chain optimization. Passionate about building bridges between Japan and the global innovation community. Let’s connect to explore leadership, advisory, or collaboration opportunities. Core Competencies: Expertise in building and managing high-performance sales teams and international distribution networks. Strong capabilities in business analysis, strategic planning, and hands-on execution in dynamic environments. Proven success in project management, particularly in launching new businesses and developing technology products. Effective decision-making in corporate strategy, marketing, and solution-driven client engagement. Specializations: Executive Management, Business Development in Big Data, IoT, and AI, Strategic Sales & Marketing, IPO Readiness, Business Valuation, Wireless & Electronics, System Integration, Global Team Leadership.