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Junichi Imakita
Partner and Managing Director Tokyo

Background

Junichi began to forge a unique background across the Japanese and Western cultures while still at university. After completing both a bachelors and masters degree in Science and Engineering, Junichi was awarded a scholarship to study at the State University of New York in the USA.
After four years working as a Research Engineer for Asahi Glass in Japan, he was awarded the John Swire Fellowship to teach economics as a Visiting Fellow and conduct research for 3 years at Oxford University.

Junichi then launched his European career by working for the Battelle Institute in Switzerland as a techno-economics researcher. He then moved on to France working with Renault where he led a new product development team and managed a joint venture with a Japanese company. In the early 80's Junichi began his publishing career in Europe with two books, Business Professionals at Battelle (1983) and The Spirit of a Business Maverick (1988). In 1985 Junichi joined Air Liquide Group and over the next 15 years worked in France, USA, and Japan in positions ranging from General Manager for their electronics related business in the US, Representative Director of Air Liquide Pacific in Japan, to his final position as Director of Investor Relations at the head office in Paris.

In 1999 Junichi left Air Liquide Group and joined Corporate Value Associates (CVA) as Managing Director of the Tokyo office. In parallel with his consulting, he continues to be a prolific writer with his most recent publication "Moving to a Vision Beyond Orthodoxy (2004)". He also writes columns for weekly magazines and often gives lectures at top management seminars as an invited guest speaker in Europe and Japan.

In 1995, the French Government awarded him the National Order of Merit for his contribution to the promotion of business and academic relations between France and Japan.

Books Released

Title & Publisher Subject Date Published

Intellectual Empowerment - The Prerequisite for Individuals to Cope in a Globalised Society
First Press

 Globalisation is forcing Japan to work within a new paradigm. More than ever Japanese people need to develop skills that empower their intellect and allow them to cope in this environment. 2007

Clincher - Effective Responses When Under Attack
PHP

 To maintain "group harmony" the Japanese have traditionally not responded to unjustified criticism or pointed comments. Based on his 30 years working around the globe, Junichi Imakita presents a series of techniques to deal with unexpected attacks with elegant and witty responses. 2007

Carpe Diem - Conversion of the Business Mindset
Bungeishunju

 A new "Business Mindset" is required for companies to adapt to the changing global environment. This mindset must focus on the customer (market-in approach) rather than the old view of remaining a product supplier (product-out approach). 2006

Moving to a Vision Beyond Orthodoxy
Bungeishunju

 As a Grand Master of Shogi (Japanese Chess), Yoshiharu Habu has spent much of his life developing "strategy" - over a two day discussion with Junichi Imakita, Mr Habu distilled much of this knowledge into his reflection of the key issues facing Japanese society. The two authors present their views and suggestions relative to the new social order facing Japan. 2004

Mission - The Key to Rescuing Your Company
Shinchosha

 Building a Mission and a Vision by restoring one's passion will ensure a rebirth of your company. You must then make the next step to link the Mission-Vision to a "Grand Design" (ie corporate strategy) which will ensure sustainable growth into the future. 2002

Creative Communication in Business English
Shinchosha

 Junichi Imakita demonstrates a number of ways of responding in English when put in a difficult or unexpected situation. Whether you need to exchange views or enter into debate during business negotiations or in your personal life, this book is a helpful guide to dealing with these situations in a creative manner. 2001

Occidental Innovation, Oriental Innovation
Bungei Shunju

 Comparing the differences and similarities in thinking between occidental and oriental innovation, Junichi Imakita presents twenty management methodologies for business people who seek a breakthrough in their conventional thinking. 1999
Human Resource Management by Competence
Nihon Keizai Shimbun 		This book presents ideas on how to improve your human resource management, and thereby your corporate performance, through focusing on developing the skills and competencies of individuals in your organisation. 1999
Negotiation Skills for International Transactions
Nihon Keizai Shimbun 		Cultural differences should be considered when negotiating with foreign people, companies and organisations. This book provides a guide with a view to help the readers acquire necessary negotiation skills in the context of cross-border transactions. 1997
Creative Communication
Shinchosha		 Language differences can affect the interpretation of key messages and fundamental concepts. This book presents a number of useful ideas on how to communicate in a creative way. 1996
Discourse of the Method for Global Management
President-sha		 The countries that have a strong sense of individualism have some important lessons to teach Japan, particularly during their period of crisis. 1995
Japan Looked Through Europe
Shinchosha 		Junichi Imakita examines Japan from a "Bi-focal Perspective" amalgamating the European view with the Japanese sprit. 1993
The Road to the Maverick in the Global society
Chikuma Shobo		 Hajime Nishimura interviews seven Japanese "mavericks" including Junichi Imakita who continue their lone odysseys on the global stage. 1990
The Spirit of a Business Maverick
Shinchosha		 Junichi Imakita lives between two cultures - Japanese and European. His stories of gaining trust and friendship through creative communication illustrates the necessity of overcoming one's own prejudices. 1988
Business Professionals at Battelle
Nihon Keizai Shimbun		 Junichi's encounter with remarkable personalities at the Battelle Institute, Switzerland demonstrates the true meaning of “Professional” in the business environment. 1983












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