Hugo Makoto Higashi

Hugo Makoto Higashi is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in industrial optimization and production coordination, currently serving as a Senior Consultant at dss⁺ since March 2023. Previously, Hugo held various leadership roles at Cabot Corporation, including Industrial Optimization Coordinator and Production Coordinator, from August 2018 to February 2022. Prior to that, Hugo worked at AkzoNobel Pulp and Performance Chemicals, progressing from Process Engineer to Production Coordinator between April 2013 and August 2018. Earlier career experience includes a position as Production Engineer at Eka Chemicals from February 2011 to April 2013. Hugo's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidade Estadual de Campinas, multiple specializations in areas such as Neuroeducation and Safety Engineering, and an MBA in Production Management from Fundação Vanzolini.