Yuichi Sakamoto

Yuichi (Sam) Sakamoto serves as the HR Director and Head of HR for the EMC/Home Energy Management System Business at パナソニック, overseeing HR strategy and operations for over 13,000 employees across 22 locations in 11 countries. With a career at Panasonic beginning in 2006, Sakamoto has held various leadership roles, including Head of Global HR and Senior HRBP, focusing on HR program execution, talent management, and organizational development. Sakamoto's extensive experience includes managing large-scale HR operations, strategic planning, and leading global HR projects within the energy sector. Sakamoto holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Psychology, Politics, and Economy from Meiji University.