Kenichi Nonomura
About Kenichi Nonomura
Kenichi Nonomura is a Managing Director and 共同代表 at IDEO in Tokyo, Japan, with a strong background in venture design and support for startups through his role as Partner and Founding Member at D4V. He has extensive international experience and a solid educational foundation, holding an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor's degree in Policy Management from 慶応義塾大学.
Work at IDEO
Kenichi Nonomura has held multiple positions at IDEO, contributing to the organization’s growth and innovation. He served as Senior Director from 2019 to 2020 in Tokyo, where he focused on bridging creativity with business to drive successful change. Prior to this role, he worked as Director from 2015 to 2018, and as Executive Director in 2020. His tenure included positions as Business Designer and Project Lead from 2012 to 2014, and as a Summer Associate in 2011. Nonomura played a key role in expanding IDEO Tokyo's business by exploring collaboration opportunities with various organizations.
Education and Expertise
Kenichi Nonomura holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Policy Management from 慶応義塾大学, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in management and policy, which he applies in his current roles. Nonomura has expertise in venture design and actively supports startups and entrepreneurs through his work at D4V.
Background
Kenichi Nonomura has lived in several major cities worldwide, including London, New York, Boston, and Singapore. This diverse experience contributes to his global perspective and understanding of various markets. He has a background in management, having previously served as Country Manager at Toyota Motor Corporation's headquarters, where he oversaw product portfolio, pricing, supply and demand, and public relations for multiple Latin American countries.
Current Role at D4V
Since 2016, Kenichi Nonomura has been a Partner and Founding Member at D4V (Design for Ventures) in Tokyo. In this role, he focuses on supporting startups and entrepreneurs in Japan, leveraging his experience in venture design. His work at D4V aligns with his passion for fostering innovation and driving successful business outcomes.
Professional Experience
In addition to his roles at IDEO and D4V, Kenichi Nonomura has experience with McKinsey & Company, where he participated in the Summer Case / Insight Program in 2011. This brief engagement provided him with insights into consulting and strategic management, further enhancing his professional skill set.