Soichi Sasao serves as the VP of the Global Innovation Sourcing Department at Macnica, following previous roles including Director of Business Development & Sales for North America in the Smart Mobility Department and Senior Researcher at the Frontier Research Lab. At Alchemist Accelerator, Soichi Sasao contributes as a mentor focused on Asian markets. Past positions at Macnica Networks USA, Inc. include Founding Board Member and Director, VP of Business Development, and Director of Business Development. At Macnica Holdings, Soichi Sasao held the role of Director at the Business Development Office while also serving on the Investment Committee. As an Advisor for UCSF Health Hub, Soichi Sasao brings extensive expertise to the field. Educational background includes studies at Chuo University and Jefferson School.