Makoto Matsuda
About Makoto Matsuda
Makoto Matsuda is a Senior Business Development Manager at Rokt, where he has worked since 2019. He holds an MBA from the University of Wales, Cardiff, and has extensive experience in product management, particularly at Microsoft Japan.
Work at Rokt
Makoto Matsuda has been serving as the Senior Business Development Manager at Rokt since 2019. In this role, he focuses on driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships. His experience in business development is complemented by a strong background in product management and marketing, which he leverages to enhance Rokt's market presence.
Education and Expertise
Makoto Matsuda earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of Wales, Cardiff, completing his studies from 2007 to 2009. This academic background provides him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his professional roles, particularly in business development and product management.
Background
Prior to his current position at Rokt, Makoto Matsuda worked at Microsoft Japan for several years. He held various roles, including Executive Product Manager for the Office Consumer segment and Senior Manager for the Office 365 Enterprise group. His tenure at Microsoft spanned from 2007 to 2016, where he gained extensive experience in product management and marketing.
Previous Experience at Microsoft Japan
Makoto Matsuda's career at Microsoft Japan included several key positions. He began as a Senior Product Manager from 2007 to 2011, then transitioned to Senior Manager for the Office 365 Enterprise group from 2015 to 2016. His role as Executive Product Manager in the Office Consumer division lasted from 2012 to 2015, contributing to significant product initiatives.
Experience at Karcher Japan
Before joining Rokt, Makoto Matsuda worked at Karcher Japan as the Senior Manager of Retail Product from 2016 to 2019. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing retail product strategies and enhancing product offerings, further solidifying his expertise in product management and market strategy.