Tomo Tran
Marketing Director at Kodansha USA, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Vietnamese Elementary proficiency
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Chin Ann Lai
Tomo is one of the most capable people that I ever worked with. I had the pleasure to collaborate with Tomo for three years at Kodansha USA for collaborating on several projects. He is great in communication in exchanging emails and phone calls to make sure every project is meet up to the company expectations. Tomo is someone that I highly recommend to work with.
Emmanuel Rivera Jr., MBA
I've worked with Tomo on several occasions while at Aniplex of America. We would collaborate on a variety of cross-promotional events to help market both Sony Music's artists and Aniplex's animated titles. Tomo was very determined and made sure he didn't miss out on a marketing opportunity. This included building relationships with key contacts, conducting research on the popularity of an artist, making sure all parties are on in agreement before a plan is executed. This determination still shows in his current position as he continues to collaborate with companies on promotional activities.
Chin Ann Lai
Tomo is one of the most capable people that I ever worked with. I had the pleasure to collaborate with Tomo for three years at Kodansha USA for collaborating on several projects. He is great in communication in exchanging emails and phone calls to make sure every project is meet up to the company expectations. Tomo is someone that I highly recommend to work with.
Emmanuel Rivera Jr., MBA
I've worked with Tomo on several occasions while at Aniplex of America. We would collaborate on a variety of cross-promotional events to help market both Sony Music's artists and Aniplex's animated titles. Tomo was very determined and made sure he didn't miss out on a marketing opportunity. This included building relationships with key contacts, conducting research on the popularity of an artist, making sure all parties are on in agreement before a plan is executed. This determination still shows in his current position as he continues to collaborate with companies on promotional activities.
Chin Ann Lai
Tomo is one of the most capable people that I ever worked with. I had the pleasure to collaborate with Tomo for three years at Kodansha USA for collaborating on several projects. He is great in communication in exchanging emails and phone calls to make sure every project is meet up to the company expectations. Tomo is someone that I highly recommend to work with.
Emmanuel Rivera Jr., MBA
I've worked with Tomo on several occasions while at Aniplex of America. We would collaborate on a variety of cross-promotional events to help market both Sony Music's artists and Aniplex's animated titles. Tomo was very determined and made sure he didn't miss out on a marketing opportunity. This included building relationships with key contacts, conducting research on the popularity of an artist, making sure all parties are on in agreement before a plan is executed. This determination still shows in his current position as he continues to collaborate with companies on promotional activities.
Chin Ann Lai
Tomo is one of the most capable people that I ever worked with. I had the pleasure to collaborate with Tomo for three years at Kodansha USA for collaborating on several projects. He is great in communication in exchanging emails and phone calls to make sure every project is meet up to the company expectations. Tomo is someone that I highly recommend to work with.
Emmanuel Rivera Jr., MBA
I've worked with Tomo on several occasions while at Aniplex of America. We would collaborate on a variety of cross-promotional events to help market both Sony Music's artists and Aniplex's animated titles. Tomo was very determined and made sure he didn't miss out on a marketing opportunity. This included building relationships with key contacts, conducting research on the popularity of an artist, making sure all parties are on in agreement before a plan is executed. This determination still shows in his current position as he continues to collaborate with companies on promotional activities.
Credentials
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The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
Google Digital GarageMar, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Kodansha USA, Inc.
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Director
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Jul 2019 - Present
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Crunchyroll
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Guest Liaison/Interpreter
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Aug 2017 - Sep 2022
Guest support/interpreter for Crunchyroll's three day annual convention, Crunchyroll Expo. Guest support/interpreter for Crunchyroll's three day annual convention, Crunchyroll Expo.
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Vertical Comics
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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Sales and Marketing Director
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Jun 2017 - Jul 2019
• Promotion and marketing of 60 individual books per year • Managing social platforms, newsletters and B2B sales • Establishing and maintaining media and influencer relations • Event planning and promotion at major industry events • Developing partnerships for cross promo activities • Tracking weekly sales and analyzing data • Work closely with Japanese license holder for approvals and promotions • Promotion and marketing of 60 individual books per year • Managing social platforms, newsletters and B2B sales • Establishing and maintaining media and influencer relations • Event planning and promotion at major industry events • Developing partnerships for cross promo activities • Tracking weekly sales and analyzing data • Work closely with Japanese license holder for approvals and promotions
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Sony Music Entertainment
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United States
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Musicians
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700 & Above Employee
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Publicist / Artist Development
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Apr 2013 - Jun 2017
• Marketing and promotional activities for SMEJ artists in international markets. • Managing SNS platform to increase customer relationships and analyze data. • Create digital campaigns using tools such as Exact Target, Wyng, Survey Monkey and Google docs. • Establishing and maintaining relationships with major media outlets and partners. • Independently developing and initiating new business opportunities. • Releasing official press releases on a weekly basis. • Securing artist visa paperwork. • Tracking weekly sales data and feedback to Tokyo offices. • On the field support for artist such as simultaneous interpreting, recording sessions, and photoshoots. • Host and provide interpretation for panels at consumer conventions. • Coordinate interviews, concert promotion/reviews, music reviews, to maximize artist exposure. • Managed and provided training for interns Show less
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L2 Inc.
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United States
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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APAC Research
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2013 - 2013
• Contributed and gave insight on the Digital IQ Index® Japan 2013 project. • Market research on over 100 luxury brands for APAC Japan report. • Proofing for accuracy of analysis and reports to be presented to clients. • Contributed and gave insight on the Digital IQ Index® Japan 2013 project. • Market research on over 100 luxury brands for APAC Japan report. • Proofing for accuracy of analysis and reports to be presented to clients.
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Lotus Media Creations, Inc
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New York City
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Manager for pro athlete
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Mar 2012 - Nov 2012
• Provided managerial support such as translation, logistics, and negotiation duties for a professional athlete. • Act as a liaison between agents, brokers, press and representatives. • Provided managerial support such as translation, logistics, and negotiation duties for a professional athlete. • Act as a liaison between agents, brokers, press and representatives.
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Education
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University of North Texas
BBA, Business Adminstration -
Japanese School of Dallas
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2014 - 2014
Vietnam Heritage Center NY
Vietnamese Language and Literature
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