Tomohiro "Hiro" Higa
About Tomohiro "Hiro" Higa
Tomohiro 'Hiro' Higa serves as the Vice President of Finance at Tenaya Therapeutics, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in finance roles across various companies, including Amgen and CytomX Therapeutics, and holds degrees from the University of Chicago.
Work at Tenaya Therapeutics
Tomohiro Higa currently serves as Vice President of Finance at Tenaya Therapeutics, a role he has held since 2020. Based in South San Francisco, CA, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. His responsibilities include financial reporting, analysis, and strategic financial planning, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Tenaya Therapeutics, Higa held various finance roles at notable companies. He worked at CytomX Therapeutics as Sr. Director of Finance from 2018 to 2020 and previously served as Finance Consultant for a brief period in 2017. His tenure at Amgen spanned multiple roles, including Director of Finance for Operations in Puerto Rico, Global Operations, and Colorado Operations. He also worked at OncoMed Pharmaceuticals as Sr. Director of Finance from 2014 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Higa holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Chicago and an MBA in Business Economics and Marketing from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management, SEC filings, SOX compliance, and operational excellence. He has been involved in significant financial activities such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and IPO planning and execution.
Background in Financial Analysis
Higa began his career in finance as a Financial Analyst at Xerox Business Services, where he worked from 1997 to 1999. He later joined Infoseek as a Senior Financial Analyst for a short period in 1999. His early experience laid the foundation for his extensive career in financial operations, leading to roles with increasing responsibility at various organizations, including Abgenix and The University of Chicago.
Achievements in Financial Leadership
Throughout his career, Higa has demonstrated strong leadership in financial reporting and analysis. He has led month-end close processes and presented financial data to executive teams and boards of directors. His role in managing financial operations has contributed to the strategic direction of the companies he has worked for, emphasizing operational excellence and compliance.