Koichiro Kawakami
About Koichiro Kawakami
Koichiro Kawakami is a Senior Manager at Bristol Myers Squibb's Digital Hub, with a background in marketing, design thinking, agile, and IT for digital transformation initiatives.
Title: Senior Manager, Digital Hub
Koichiro Kawakami currently serves as the Senior Manager at the Digital Hub of Bristol Myers Squibb. He began this role in August 2020. As Senior Manager, he is responsible for overseeing digital transformation initiatives, utilizing his expertise in marketing, design thinking, agile methodologies, and IT.
Professional Background: Bristol Myers Squibb
Since August 2020, Koichiro Kawakami has been working at Bristol Myers Squibb as the Senior Manager of the Digital Hub. In this role, he leverages his skill set to drive digital transformation efforts within the company. With expertise in marketing, design thinking, agile, and IT, he plays a crucial role in modernizing and enhancing the digital capabilities of the organization.
Previous Experience: Pfizer
Koichiro Kawakami worked at Pfizer from 2016 to 2020 in different capacities. From 2019 to 2020, he held the role of Go to Market, Customer Engagement Manager. Before this, from 2016 to 2019, he was part of the Center of Excellence for Integrated Marketing. Both positions were based in the 23 wards of Tokyo, Japan.
Career at IREP Co., Ltd.
From 2014 to 2016, Koichiro Kawakami was involved in Global Business Strategy at IREP Co., Ltd. He contributed to international strategic planning and execution efforts designed to expand the company's global footprint. This role was also based in the 23 wards of Tokyo, Japan.
Role of CIO & CTO at ALAYA INC.
Koichiro Kawakami held the dual roles of Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at ALAYA INC. from 2005 to 2012. During his seven-year tenure, he managed technology and information strategies, overseeing various IT projects and technological initiatives.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication
Koichiro Kawakami earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mass Communication from 成城大学. He completed his studies in this field from 1999 to 2003. His academic background has contributed to his proficiency in marketing and communications, areas that have been integral to his professional roles.