Takashi Shimizu

Takashi (Gon) Shimizu is an experienced Senior Program Manager specializing in Trust and Safety at Mercari, Inc. since July 2020, where responsibilities include leading cross-functional initiatives across multiple product teams. Takashi also held managerial roles at AXA Life Japan and Lenovo Japan, defining software strategies and developing new partnerships to enhance monetization. With a strong background at Sony spanning over a decade, Takashi managed significant programs in cloud services, product development, and partner engagement for various technology initiatives. Takashi's educational background includes a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Meiji University.