Shizu Okusa
About Shizu Okusa
Shizu Okusa is the Founder and CEO of Apothékary™, having previously founded JRINK, which was acquired in 2019. With a background in finance, she has held positions at Goldman Sachs, the International Finance Corporation, and various investment firms.
Work at Apothékary
Shizu Okusa serves as the Founder and CEO of Apothékary™, a role she has held since 2020. Under her leadership, the company focuses on creating wellness products that blend traditional herbal remedies with modern science. Apothékary™ aims to provide consumers with natural solutions for health and wellness, emphasizing the importance of holistic approaches to well-being.
Previous Experience at JRINK
Before founding Apothékary™, Shizu Okusa was the Founder and CEO of JRINK, a company she led from 2012 until its acquisition in 2019. Based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, JRINK specialized in cold-pressed juices and wellness shots, promoting healthy living through nutritious beverages. Her tenure at JRINK spanned seven years, during which she contributed to the growth and development of the brand.
Finance Background
Shizu Okusa has a strong background in finance, having worked at Goldman Sachs as a Bank Loan Distressed Investing professional from 2010 to 2012 in the Greater New York City Area. Additionally, she served as a Private Equity Associate at the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for 11 months in 2013 in Washington, DC. Her early career included roles as a Summer Analyst at West Face Capital and the CPP Investment Board in Toronto, Canada.
Education and Expertise
Shizu Okusa earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree from The University of British Columbia. Her academic focus was on Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law. This educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of both the finance and wellness industries.
Volunteer Experience
In addition to her professional roles, Shizu Okusa contributed as an Investment Advisory Volunteer Consultant at TechnoServe in 2011. This six-month position took place in Maputo, Mozambique, where she provided advisory services aimed at enhancing investment strategies for local enterprises.