Nicole Yiqun Zhang
About Nicole Yiqun Zhang
Nicole Yiqun Zhang is a Partner Success Manager at Plug and Play Tech Center in Tokyo, Japan, with a background in engineering and consulting. She has previously held roles at ERM, PwC Japan, and TEDxTokyo yz.
Current Role at Plug and Play Tech Center
Nicole Yiqun Zhang serves as a Partner Success Manager at Plug and Play Tech Center, a role she has held since 2021. Based in Tokyo, Japan, she focuses on fostering partnerships and ensuring client satisfaction. Her responsibilities include managing relationships with partners and facilitating their success within the Plug and Play ecosystem.
Previous Experience at ERM
Prior to her current position, Nicole worked at ERM: Environmental Resources Management as a Consultant in Transaction Services from 2014 to 2018. During her four years there, she contributed to various projects that involved environmental assessments and sustainability initiatives, providing valuable insights to clients in the field.
Experience at PwC Japan
Nicole was employed at PwC Japan as a Senior Associate from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she worked in Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo, and was involved in providing consulting services. Her experience at PwC enhanced her expertise in business strategy and operational efficiency.
Background in Public Relations at TEDxTokyo
From 2013 to 2016, Nicole worked with TEDxTokyo yz in a PR and Operations capacity. Over the course of three years, she was responsible for managing public relations efforts and supporting the operational aspects of the event, contributing to its overall success and outreach.
Education and Expertise
Nicole earned her Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Urban Environment of International Development Engineering from the Tokyo Institute of Technology. She studied there from 2010 to 2014, gaining a solid foundation in engineering principles and urban development, which informs her professional endeavors.