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Kana T

@kanat

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Bilingual marketing consultant with 10+ years in business development.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values cultural insights and strategic thinking, fostering growth.

I am a bilingual (Japanese-English) marketing and business development consultant based in Rome, Italy, with over 10 years of international experience in the automotive, industrial machinery, and semiconductor sectors. My expertise lies in market research, strategic analysis, technical writing, and executive reporting. I have a proven track record of supporting Japanese companies in their global expansion efforts and assisting foreign companies in entering the Japanese market, effectively bridging cultural and operational gaps.

Throughout my career, I have conducted thorough, context-driven research based on industry understanding and critical source evaluation. My core strengths include adapting search strategies to uncover credible insights, identifying connections across fragmented sources, and interpreting complex technical documentation in a clear, structured manner. I am also experienced in cross-functional collaboration with international teams, ensuring alignment across marketing, sales, and research functions, which has led to successful project outcomes and long-term client relationships.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Marketing and Business Development Consultant

Current

Self-employment

Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Provided specialized support for manufacturing and technology companies entering or expanding within the Japanese market, and Japanese enterprises planning overseas expansion. Focused on delivering practical insights, actionable strategies, and culturally tailored communication solutions.

Market Research seo writing Cross Cultural Communication Business Analytics Copywriting

Senior Manager - Sales and Marketing

Kurabe Industrial Co., Ltd

Jul 2018 - Present (7 years)

Conducted strategic targeting of European automotive prospects by analyzing annual reports and market data, identifying key business opportunities. Managed all internal audit preparations and directly facilitated technical negotiations and interpretation during client audits, leading to successful qualification as an approved supplier.

Sales Management Marketing Strategy Financial Analysis Client Relationship Management Technical Negotiations Team Leadership

Marketing Manager

Kinergy Ltd., Co

Nov 2016 - Present (8 years 8 months)

Conducted detailed market analyses, identifying Key Success Factors (KSFs), and presented actionable business models to top management for successful entry into the Japanese market. Acquired significant orders from major Japanese clients by overcoming their hesitancy toward outsourced manufacturing through strategic proposals and presentations.

Market Analysis Business Modeling Project Management Cross Cultural Communication

Marketing Executive

EBARA Pumps Europe S.p.A

Apr 2014 - Present (11 years 3 months)

Led CRM integration initiatives across multiple European sales branches, managing project timelines and cross-border coordination. Designed and optimized sales processes, significantly reducing administrative workload and directly leading to a 13% improvement in sales efficiency.

CRM Sales Process Optimization Market Analysis Data Analytics Intercultural Communication Product Development

International Sales and Marketing

Elliott Group, Ebara Corporation

Apr 2009 - Present (16 years 3 months)

Conducted detailed market analyses and prepared comprehensive reports on the Asia-Pacific region for senior management, clearly identifying strategic prospects and contributing to successful market entry and expansion. Managed sales activities in Southeast Asia and major accounts, strategically leveraging technical expertise to secure orders totaling approximately 180 million USD.

Market Analysis Sales Management Financial Analysis Technical Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Rome Business School

Master of Human Resource Management, Human Resource Management

Completed a Master's degree focusing on human resource management principles and practices. Gained expertise in strategic HR, talent acquisition, and organizational development.

Asia University

Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration

Activities and societies: ELS program at the University of Northern British Columbia in 2007

Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, covering core business functions and management principles. Participated in the ELS program at the University of Northern British Columbia in 2007.