Landon Hong has extensive experience in product management and business strategy, currently serving as the Head of New Business at SmartNews, Inc. since April 2022. Prior roles include Director of Product Management at Mercari, Inc., and Vice President of Products at 株式会社エウレカ. Landon began in the industry as Head of Business Office at Kakao Japan Corporation and led the Japan Business team at Buzzpia Corporation. Earlier career highlights include leading product and service planning at GOLFZON and contributing to global marketing at Digitalaria. Landon holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Information and a Master of Media and Governance in IT Business, both from 慶応義塾大学.