Hiroyuki Akazawa
About Hiroyuki Akazawa
Hiroyuki Akazawa is a Senior Sales Marketing professional at Murata Manufacturing, specializing in sales and marketing for electronic components in the automotive sector. With over 20 years of experience, he has a strong background in promoting wireless connectivity products and MEMS inertial sensors for advanced driving assistance systems.
Current Role at Murata
Hiroyuki Akazawa currently serves as Senior Sales Marketing at Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. He has held this position since 2014, focusing on major Tier 1 suppliers to leading OEMs in the automotive sector. His role involves promoting high-performance wireless connectivity products and MEMS inertial sensors, particularly for automotive Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and automated driving applications. Akazawa's extensive experience in sales and marketing for electronic components supports his effectiveness in this role.
Previous Experience at Murata
Hiroyuki Akazawa has a significant history with Murata Manufacturing, having worked in various capacities from 2007 to 2014. He began as a Marketing professional from 2007 to 2009, followed by a role as Team Lead from 2009 to 2012. His business development experience from 2012 to 2014 further solidified his expertise in the electronic components industry. This diverse background across different roles and locations, including Tokyo, Yokohama, and now Nagoya, has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the market.
Education and Expertise
Hiroyuki Akazawa earned his bachelor's degree in Precision Engineering from Meiji University, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, particularly in the automotive applications of electronic components. His expertise encompasses a wide range of products, including semiconductors and general electronic components, with a focus on transitioning from consumer electronics to industrial and automotive markets.
Sales and Marketing Experience
With over two decades of experience, Hiroyuki Akazawa specializes in sales and marketing for electronic components, particularly in the automotive sector. His extensive experience includes supporting mobility services and applications related to cockpit systems and ADAS. Akazawa's career reflects a strong commitment to promoting advanced technologies and solutions that enhance automotive performance and safety.