Shunzo Fujikubo
About Shunzo Fujikubo
Shunzo Fujikubo serves as the Vice President of Connected Vehicle for the Asia Pacific region at HAAS Alert, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in the automotive and technology sectors, having previously worked at companies such as NAVTEQ, HERE Technologies, and Elektrobit.
Current Role at HAAS Alert
Shunzo Fujikubo serves as the Vice President of Connected Vehicle for the Asia Pacific region at HAAS Alert. He has held this position since 2024 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing initiatives related to connected vehicle technology, contributing to the company's strategic objectives in the rapidly evolving automotive sector.
Previous Experience at Elektrobit
Prior to his current position, Fujikubo worked at Elektrobit (EB) as the Managing Director and Representative Director of Elektrobit Nippon K.K. He held this role from 2017 to 2023, where he was also the Vice President of Sales. His leadership at Elektrobit focused on enhancing the company's presence in the automotive software market in Japan.
Career at NAVTEQ and HERE Technologies
Fujikubo has extensive experience in the navigation and mapping industry, having worked at NAVTEQ in various capacities from 2006 to 2013. His roles included Senior Manager, Account Director, and Director. Following his time at NAVTEQ, he served as Managing Director and Representative Director of HERE Japan K.K. from 2013 to 2017, where he managed global accounts and contributed to the company's growth in Japan.
Educational Background
Shunzo Fujikubo completed his studies at Kwansei Gakuin University from 1982 to 1986. His education provided a foundation for his career in technology and management, equipping him with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the automotive and connected vehicle industries.
Experience at Sojitz Systems Corporation
Before his tenure at NAVTEQ, Fujikubo worked at Sojitz Systems Corporation as Deputy General Manager from 2002 to 2006. This role involved overseeing various operational aspects and contributed to his extensive experience in the technology sector.