Ken Inoue
About Ken Inoue
Ken Inoue is the General Manager for Japan at mmhmm and All Turtles, with extensive experience in managing Japan-entry strategies for IT companies. He has held various leadership roles in finance and operations across multiple organizations, including Globis Capital Partners and Evernote.
Current Role at All Turtles
Ken Inoue serves as the General Manager for Japan at All Turtles, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he focuses on the company's strategic initiatives and operations within the Japanese market. His responsibilities include overseeing local team management and driving the company's growth in Japan.
Previous Experience in Technology and Finance
Ken Inoue has extensive experience in the technology and finance sectors. He worked at Globis Capital Partners as Principal from 2002 to 2008, where he contributed to investment strategies in Tokyo. He then served as Director/CFO at Tonchidot Corporation from 2009 to 2012, followed by a role as General Manager for APAC & Japan at Evernote from 2012 to 2017. His career also includes a position as Executive Officer at Zopa Japan in 2007-2008.
Education and Expertise
Ken Inoue holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Keio University, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration from Stanford University Graduate School of Business from 1995 to 1997. His expertise includes managing Japan-entry strategies for IT companies and forming business alliances within the APAC region.
Background in Banking and Advisory Roles
Before transitioning to the technology sector, Ken Inoue worked at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation as a Manager from 1992 to 2000. He has also served as an Advisor at Tellus since 2018, where he provides strategic insights based on his extensive background in finance related to internet, mobile, and cloud services.
Legal and HR Management Skills
Ken Inoue possesses a strong background in legal and HR management within the IT industry. His experience in these areas complements his roles in various companies, allowing him to navigate complex regulatory environments and manage human resources effectively.