Sayaka Yamanaka has a diverse work experience spanning multiple roles and companies. Sayaka currently works at Genomatica as the Associate Director Strategic Partnerships. Prior to this role, they worked as a Business Development Manager at Genomatica.
Before joining Genomatica, Sayaka worked at Asahi Kasei America as a Business Development Manager, where they were responsible for business development for three projects. Sayaka led a team to re-purpose a medical grade textile and created a business expansion strategy for the company. Sayaka also worked as a New Business Development Manager, where they launched a new R&D theme for orthopedic medical devices and collaborated with a consultant from Germany.
Earlier in their career, Sayaka worked at Asahi Kasei Corporation as an R&D Team Lead Manager. Sayaka implemented bio-based chemical technology, managed a diverse project team, and built relationships with C-level stakeholders. Sayaka also conducted market research and bench-marked existing technologies for strategy and planning purposes.
Before joining Asahi Kasei Corporation, Sayaka worked as an Investment Manager at Mitsui & Co. Global Investment Ltd., where they sourced deals, performed due diligence, and made investments in the Cleantech industry.
Sayaka started their career at Asahi Kasei Corporation as an R&D Planning & Strategy Associate. Sayaka conducted market research, identified target businesses, and proposed internal technologies for commercialization. Sayaka also held roles as a Senior Researcher and Researcher, where they led R&D teams, developed new technologies, and collaborated with international partners.
Throughout their career, Sayaka has demonstrated expertise in business development, project management, market research, and technology commercialization.
Sayaka Yamanaka obtained a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Kyushu University, where they studied from 1992 to 1996. Sayaka continued their education at Kyushu University and graduated with a Master's degree in Bioinorganic Chemistry in 1998.
February, 2022 - present
December, 2019
Associate Director, Strategic Partnerships at Oscar Health
Associate Director, Strategic Partnerships at OfficePartners360
Associate Director, Strategic Partnerships at ISS
Associate Director, Strategic Partnerships at GRAIL
Associate Director, Strategic Partnerships at Day One