Takeshi Igarashi, Cpa
About Takeshi Igarashi, Cpa
Takeshi Igarashi is a Research Fellow currently at Harvard Business School, with a background in economics and finance. He has held significant roles in both the public and private sectors, including chief researcher for the Cabinet Office of Japan and senior associate at PwC.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Takeshi Igarashi serves as a Research Fellow at Harvard Business School, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he engages in research activities that contribute to the academic community and the field of business education. His work focuses on various aspects of economics and impact investing, leveraging his extensive background to inform his research.
Professional Experience at PwC
Igarashi worked at PwC as a Senior Associate from 2010 to 2017 in Tokyo. During his tenure, he advised financial institutions on the implementation of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US-GAAP). He also provided guidance on integrated reporting, enhancing the financial reporting practices of his clients.
Background in Government Research
Igarashi served as Chief Researcher at the Cabinet Office of the Government of Japan from 2017 to 2019. In this capacity, he designed the basic policy for the utilization of dormant accounts for public interest. His work aimed to enhance the effective use of financial resources for societal benefits.
Educational Qualifications
Igarashi holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He furthered his education at the University of Oxford, studying at the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship and achieving an Impact Lab certification from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he completed an MBA in Impact Investing Network and Training at The Wharton School and an MBA in Impact Finance at Saïd Business School, both in 2021.
Training and Advisory Roles
Igarashi has delivered training in impact measurement to over 70 companies across Japan, focusing on enhancing their understanding and implementation of impact measurement practices. He also served as a portfolio advisor for Social Investment Partners, contributing his expertise to support social investment initiatives.