Mikihiro Yasuda

Mikihiro Yasuda is an accomplished venture capital professional and board member with extensive experience in technology and startup ecosystems. Currently serving on the Board of Directors at Nextnet and the Digital Health Hub Foundation, Mikihiro is also a Founding Partner at Hike Ventures, focusing on early-stage vertical AI investments across the US, Canada, and Japan. Previous positions include Partner at DeNA’s Strategic Investment Office, where Mikihiro led investments in US startups in mobility, healthcare, AI, and VR/AR, and CEO of Open Network Lab, a prominent startup incubation program in Tokyo. Mikihiro has held advisory roles at McGill University and has contributed to various organizations, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the technology sector. Academic qualifications include an MBA from McGill University and a BS from the Rochester Institute of Technology.