Noriko is a results-driven professional with extensive experience in business incubation, product development, consumer insights, and international market development. Her strength lies in her ability to translate abstract ideas into concrete actions and work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Noriko's impressive career includes her role as the Business Incubation Manager of Kagome Co. where she identified a business opportunity in the US through a partnership with a food startup and a local manufacturing partner. She also lead a cross functional R&D and Consumer Insights Department at Kagome USA.

In addition, Noriko served as the International Market Development Manager (Japan) for PGP International, Division of Associated British Foods. In this role, she coordinated trade shows and market tours in Japan for overseas suppliers and conducted market research to assist International Sales Managers in building Japanese business development strategies. Overall, Noriko is skilled at initiating and developing international relationships, creating new product development strategies, and providing valuable insights into consumer behavior.