Akihiro Maki

Akihiro Maki has a diverse work experience spanning several industries.

From 2022 onwards, they have been working as a freelance professional, focusing on the development of an AI-driven MaaS platform for last-mile transport in Japan. In this role, they have led business development efforts and strategy, targeting large enterprises in various industries. Akihiro successfully built a strategic partnership with a major convenience store chain and managed all business development activities.

Prior to their freelance work, Akihiro served as a Senior Manager at Marubeni Corporation from 2021 to 2022, where they developed business relationships and strategic partnerships with African customers. Akihiro facilitated trading manufactured products from Japan to Africa, managed credit finance, and conducted market entry research.

From 2018 to 2020, Akihiro worked as a Consultant at Deloitte, where they supported the growth of tech start-ups by offering advisory services in business development, sales, and marketing. Akihiro also addressed technology and innovation challenges for large corporations as part of their role. Additionally, they briefly worked as a Consultant in the Mobility & Transportation division.

Akihiro started their career at Japan Railways (JR Kyushu) in 2010. During their tenure, they held various roles, including Assistant Manager of Corporate Sales, where they managed sales of corporate travel services and developed new relationships. Akihiro also served as Assistant Manager of Marketing & Branding, leading marketing activities for the Shinkansen and limited express trains. Akihiro was responsible for media presence and content management, covering various platforms such as the official website, social media, publications, in-train advertisements, TV commercials, and billboards. Akihiro also carried out revenue analysis and developed an advertising strategy for local railway lines as an Analyst in Revenue Planning & Advertising. Initially, they worked as an Operation staff member, fulfilling roles as a Station Staff and Train Conductor.

Akihiro Maki's work experience showcases their expertise in business development, strategic partnerships, market research, sales and marketing, technology and innovation consulting, and transportation industry management.

Akihiro Maki pursued their Bachelor of Arts in Business and Commerce with a specialization in Marketing from Keio University. Akihiro attended the university from 2005 to 2010.