Joined NTT in 1995; worked in R&D relating to IP systems, including satellite internet access, CTI, billing and settlement, video distribution, and IP videoconferencing systems.

Joined NTT FINANCE in 2006; works in venture capital. Well versed in wireless communication technology such as CDMA, as well as TCP/IP (v4/v6), Java, web applications and SIP technologies; always looking to uncover promising businesses with outstanding technologies.

Completed master's degree at Nagoya University Graduate School and School of Engineering.