Yoichiro Shimizu
About Yoichiro Shimizu
Yoichiro Shimizu is a Senior Sales Director at Datasite, with over 20 years of experience in IT solution sales and a strong background in managing relationships with channel accounts and C-level executives. He has worked for various international companies while based in Japan and holds degrees in Business Administration and Associate of Arts.
Work at Datasite
Yoichiro Shimizu serves as the Senior Sales Director at Datasite, a role he has held since 2019. Based in Tokyo, Japan, he has been instrumental in driving sales initiatives and managing client relationships. His responsibilities include overseeing sales strategies and engaging with key stakeholders to enhance the company's market presence in the region.
Education and Expertise
Yoichiro Shimizu has a solid educational background in business and arts. He studied Business Administration with a focus on International Marketing at City University of New York, achieving a Bachelor's degree from 1987 to 1990. Prior to that, he earned an Associate of Arts degree from Martin College, where he studied from 1985 to 1987. His education complements his extensive expertise in IT solution sales, country risk management, and macroeconomics.
Background
Yoichiro Shimizu has over 20 years of experience in IT solution sales, having worked with major IT consulting firms and system integrators. His career includes significant roles in various companies across Germany, the UK, and the US, while he has been based in Japan. He previously held the position of Director at IHS Markit from 2017 to 2018 and served as the Country Manager at Compass Offices Japan KK for nine months in 2018.
Achievements
In addition to his sales roles, Yoichiro Shimizu has demonstrated leadership as the CEO of a startup company for over nine years, successfully transforming it into a profitable business. His experience includes managing relationships with channel accounts and C-level executives, particularly in the automotive industry, showcasing his ability to navigate complex business environments.