Masanori Sonoda

Masanori Sonoda is a seasoned business development professional with extensive experience in the energy and technology sectors. Currently serving as a Business Development Manager at PowerX, Inc. since July 2023, Masanori previously held a significant role at Honda Motor Co., Ltd. focusing on MaaS and EaaS business development in the Asia region, where noteworthy achievements included leading the launch of a battery sharing business in India. Additional experience includes roles at SMAP Energy, where Masanori managed SaaS products and an accelerator program, and Accenture as a Business Management Consultant conducting business analysis. Early in the career, Masanori worked in process engineering and project management for various global energy projects, including solar and GTL. Educational credentials feature a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the Tokyo Institute of Technology.