Shumpei Kobayashi
About Shumpei Kobayashi
Shumpei Kobayashi serves as the Senior Director of Japanese Partnerships at Plug and Play Tech Center, where he oversees partnerships with over 50 Japanese corporations. He has a background in investment banking and consulting, along with academic credentials in business and bioengineering.
Current Role at Plug and Play Tech Center
Shumpei Kobayashi serves as the Senior Director of Japanese Partnerships at Plug and Play Tech Center. In this role, he oversees partnerships with over 50 Japanese corporations, facilitating collaboration and innovation between startups and large enterprises. His position emphasizes the importance of fostering international relationships and enhancing the startup ecosystem in Silicon Valley.
Previous Experience at Plug and Play Tech Center
Kobayashi has held multiple positions at Plug and Play Tech Center. He worked as a Ventures Analyst for two months in 2019 in Tokyo, Japan, before becoming a Ventures Associate from 2019 to 2021, where he continued to develop his expertise in venture capital. He later served as Director of Japanese Partnerships from 2021 to 2022 in Silicon Valley, California, contributing to the organization's growth and international outreach.
Experience in Investment Banking
Prior to his roles at Plug and Play Tech Center, Kobayashi worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as an Investment Banking Associate from 2018 to 2019 in Tokyo, Japan. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and investment strategies, enhancing his capabilities in managing corporate partnerships.
Consulting Background
Kobayashi worked as a Consultant at ERM: Environmental Resources Management from 2013 to 2016 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. This role allowed him to develop skills in environmental consulting and project management, contributing to his diverse professional background.
Education and Expertise
Kobayashi holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from UCLA Anderson School of Management. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Bioengineering: Biotechnology from the University of California, San Diego. His educational background supports his expertise in business management and technology, which he applies in his current role.