Jacob (Cornell '93) has 20 years global experience specializing in sustainable architecture, community design, real estate development, agricultural development, process establishment and bringing projects to profitability in challenging environments.
Byron is a leader in connecting sustainable agricultural projects with business acumen and community development. He is the founder of Sekaibito Recruiting, Chiki Chicken and the OMG baby leaf company. Previously he worked as a consultant and project manager at Pasona and Michael Page International. He holds an MS from the United Nations University; a BA from Manhattan College, and a Certificate of Human Resources Management from Temple University Japan.
Keith is an experienced architect based in Melbourne, a licensed architect in Japan. He has worked at Nikken Sekei, Toda Corporation, and holds a Master of Engineering and Architecture from Tokyo Institute of Technology.
Hiroko-san is an experienced real-estate developer, former CEO of Fujiya and a long time member of the Fujiyoshida Rotary Club. She is also a highly regarded chef and key member for our food product development and branding teams.
Jurika oversees team organizational development, HR management, as well as project legal and safety compliance issues. Her previous professional experience is in marketing and Japan account management for an international environmental safety company. She is also an experienced environmental educator , outdoor guide, kayak tour leader and has climbed Mt Fuji more than 40 times.
Paul's work involves developing stakeholder cooperation across complex conservation issues in a social milieu characterized by structural inequalities while optimizing fair use of biodiversity, ecosystem services, natural resources and natural capital. EDUCATION Ph.D., Public Policy, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2008 M.S., Conservation Ecology and Sustainable Development, University of Georgia, 2003 B.S., Biology and Society, Cornell University, 1995
Stefan has managed design teams ranging from 10 to 146 professionals, including construction teams, interior designers, CAD operators and architects. He has been the lead project manager for technical teams including electrical, structural and mechanical engineers (M&E) in projects ranging from £10- to £150 million. His international portfolio ranges of boutique hotels, restaurants and casinos; Sahel Resort Zanzibar, Jordan Guesthouse, Fundu Lagoon, The Venetian Macau, Celebrity Chef in Marina
Shoko is our Director of Education and cultural liaison. She is the founder of PelanPelan, an educational tour company specializing in unique and profound experience production.
Adam is experienced in building cognitively efficient communication teams for global, collaborative networks with international client portfolio in low-carbon urban planning, medical research, evaluation science, and renewable energy. He is a Research Fellow at the Institute for Future Engineering and a founding partner and Ecosystem Director at the Sizung communications platform.
Hanada-san is a networking specialist for multiple companies in agriculture field, renewable energy field, environmental technology field, IoT field, AI field, DLT field, support research and strategy planning, business development support, marketing support. He is a graduate of the Faculty of Economics at Gakushuin University and has worked at Saison Group (Sotheby's), METI Commercial Information Bureau, and founded Sotokoto Research Institute of Social Business Thinktank with former President
Dylan has 25 years experience in construction, landscaping, organic agriculture and "Front Yard Farming". He is the founder of HOGS Home Organic Gardening Service and has designed and installed more than 100 gardens, composting systems, hoop houses, and water management systems.He holds a Master Gardener certification through Cornell and a Permaculture Design certification through the Punta Mona Center for Sustainable Living and Education.
Kei is a Social Impact Investment specialist with 15 years of experience managing investment and business development for technology start-ups. His portfolio ranges across Europe, Japan, and the Middle East to foster innovation and corporate development. He is the board chair of the Global Angel Investment Network, Director of Global Startup Mentorship for Japan/APAC European Companies, Managing Director at Karabiner Capital and a serial entrepreneur.