Experience

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  Study & Intern Okinawa, Japan

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • Owner & Founder

    • 2007 - Present
    • Okinawa, Japan

    The purpose of our Study & Intern Okinawa program is to provide high quality, college-level instruction in Japanese Language and/or internship with experiences in Japanese and Okinawan Culture.http://www.studyandinternjapan.com

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  KIF Japan

  • Japan

  • KIF Japan Board Member & KIF's Chairman of Asia Pacific Committee

    • 2012 - Present
    • Japan

    KIF (Koyamada International Foundation) is a United States 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization founded by Shin Koyamada (actor from The Last Samurai) and Nia Lyte (TED Talk Speaker). Headquartered in Los Angeles, California.Our mission is to improve quality of people’s life by empowering global youth and women to reach their full potential and providing humanitarian aid and to promote global peace and sustainable development.

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  English Networking Dinner

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • Owner and Co-Founder

    • Sep 2013 - Present
    • Okinawa, Japan

    A fun Business Networking event (the place changes every time) that helps build better relationships between the foreign and Japanese business communities living in beautiful Okinawa!It is the PERFECT place for people to promote what they do or their company.http://www.networkingdinner.biz/

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  Cruise Port Navigation, LLC

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • Okinawa Branch Manager

    • Apr 2019 - Present
    • Okinawa, Japan

    We are a travel services company based in Los Angeles, California, with a branch office in Odawara, Japan.www.cruiseportnavigation.com

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  Oyatsu Cafe

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • Co-Owner

    • Dec 2017 - Present
    • Okinawa, Japan

    Since 2011, Oyatsu Cafe has been sharing Japanese treats with people all over the world. To help you discover the most amazing Japanese treats, Oyatsubox – a monthly subscription box of Japanese treats – was created in 2014.Every month, our passionate snack experts research, taste, and hand-pick only the most delicious Japanese treats – from all-time classics, hidden gems, to the newest releases. These treats are neatly packed into a box along with a premium gachapon (Japanese capsule toy) and shipped directly from Japan to your door every month.With each Oyatsubox, you’ll get only the highest quality, name brand Japanese snacks with free worldwide shipping. And with easy online cancellation, you’ll always have control over your subscription. Whether you want to discover your new favorite Japanese treat, or just love anime or Japanese culture in general, Oyatsubox has got you covered!For more information or to buy Japanese Candy & Snacks at the Oyatsu Cafe Store, please check our websites:https://oyatsubox.oyatsucafe.comhttps://oyatsucafe.com

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  English Teachers in Okinawa (ETIO)

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • President & Founder

    • Apr 2018 - Present
    • Okinawa, Japan

    I reopened this company after a two year partnership with Plenty Holdings. • I am the President & Founder of a group of teachers who teach English and Japanese at various types of corporations & schools all over Okinawa.• I handle all aspects of ETIO - marketing, sales, advertising, coordinating classes & teacher schedules, all money matters including bookkeeping, the hiring of teachers, etc.For more information, please check our website or email us:www.englishteachersinokinawa.cominfo@englishteachersinokinawa.com

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  Plenty Language School (PLS)

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • President & Founder

    • Apr 2016 - Feb 2018
    • Okinawa, Japan

    PLS is a language school in Urasoe. PLSは、浦添市にある外国語スクールです。We teach kids to adults, private lessons and group lessons, English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese for foreigners.私どもは、子どもから大人まで、プライベートレッスンとグループレッスン形態で、英語・中国語・韓国語また外国人の方には日本語を教えております。Below are our specialty classes:以下の特別クラスEiken 英検TOEIC beginner TOEIC 初級TOEIC 750+ for people who want to work on base or for a foreign company　TOEIC 750+ 点保持者・米軍基地または外資企業で就職されたい方TOEFL　Business ビジネスTravel トラベルHotel ホテルConversational 日常会話Webcam/Skype ウェブカメラ・SkypeクラスSpecial programs: スペシャルプログラムStudy abroad 留学Internships インターンシップSpecial Services for your company:　企業の皆様へスペシャルサービスThe International Club　インターナショナルクラブ（異業種交流会）Language Cafe @ PLS PLS 本校でのランゲージカフェTranslation　翻訳Interpretation　通訳

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  English Teachers in Okinawa (ETIO) & Study & Intern in Okinawa

  • President & Founder

    • 2004 - Mar 2016

    • I am the President & Founder of a group of teachers who teach English and Japanese at various types of corporations & schools all over Okinawa.• I handle all aspects of ETIO - marketing, sales, advertising, coordinating classes & teacher schedules, all money matters including bookkeeping, the hiring of teachers, etc.

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  American Chamber of Commerce in Okinawa

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • Member

    • 2004 - 2016
    • Okinawa, Japan

    Served as one of the Board of Governors, the Education Committee Chairman, the Membership Committee Chairman, and the Special Events Committee Chairman.https://www.amchamokinawa.org/

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  I ♥ Okinawa (a Souvenir Company)

  • Sales & Marketing Director

    • 2008 - 2014

    I ♥ Okinawa Company strives to be known as THE souvenir company of Okinawa. When people think of must-have souvenirs from Okinawa, we want “I ♥ Okinawa” products to come to mind first.We view our employees, our customers, and the Okinawan community as partners in preserving and promoting a common love for Okinawa. “I ♥ Okinawa” is a positive icon that will facilitate pride in Okinawa which will contribute to the growth of our company. We believe that we will succeed as long as Okinawa continues to thrive and flourish and stand committed to assisting companies & organizations that are making Okinawa a better place for all of us.Our dedication to providing premium products, trustworthy service, and community support will be unsurpassed and set us apart as a leading souvenir company for Okinawa. We will prosper by doing what we enjoy.

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  Naha Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneurs Group (YEG)

  • Okinawa, Japan

  • Member

    • 2008 - 2014
    • Okinawa, Japan

    The Naha Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneurs Group (YEG)is a Japanese business organization for people 45 and under.http://www.nahayeg.uchina.jp/

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  Nova Group

  • English Teacher

    • Aug 1998 - Mar 2005

    • Taught English to people of all ages in various class settings, rangingfrom man-to-man lessons to groups of up to 20• Trained to teach TOEIC, TOEFL, EIKEN, business English, travel English, conversational English, grammar (basic, intermediate, and advanced) & kids (3 & up)

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  Toshiba & Hitachi

  • English Teacher

    • 1999 - 2001

    English Teacher for Engineers and Business Executives