Thank you for having me today!

When I was in school, my initial goal was to become an accountant. However, before obtaining the necessary qualifications, I started working for a consulting firm affiliated with an auditing company. Over time, I transitioned into working solely as a consultant. I accumulated experience at prominent consulting firms, and in my last position before joining Berkeley, I played a role in establishing a new consulting firm.

I didn't think about it back then. During my student days and early career, the concept of consultants wasn't widely recognized. Clients were still figuring out how to engage with consultants at that time.

Back then, IT consultants were seen as 'experienced senior software engineers.' I used to provide advice to clients not only on IT matters but also on business issues that were bothering them. It brought me joy when I could provide a helpful solution, and I felt satisfied when I could bring attention to something the customer hadn't noticed.

I joined Berkeley because I wanted to create and shape an organization. In my previous job, I had the experience of establishing a consulting organization, but I started feeling limited by the directives from the higher-ups. During that period, an acquaintance introduced me to Berkley through a recruiter. Initially, I just planned to hear them out, but before I realized it, I became a part of the company.

Primarily, my focus is on IT-related tasks. I assist our highly engaged clients with IT strategy planning and PMO (Project Management Office) work. I also take on responsibilities like vendor selection and management from the client's viewpoint. In my latest project, I played a role in crafting a business improvement plan for a client.

The way of working is quite different between large, established organizations and startups like Berkeley. While at Berkeley, you may often work independently, in a large company, you typically form a team of at least 4 or 5 people and provide services with the strength of the organization. In large companies, knowledge tends to be concentrated, and past materials and know-how are used to work efficiently and quickly. In my case, I think I can adapt to Berkeley because I have some of this knowledge in my head. I believe that the knowledge I gained at major firms will be useful in the future, so I hope to leverage it effectively.

The greatest aspect of having 'nothing' is the freedom to explore endless possibilities. However, some clients may express concerns about our lack of established practices, which could be considered a disadvantage. Nonetheless, I believe it's our responsibility to address and overcome this concern independently.

I think in the business world, there are two types of individuals: those who can build something out of nothing and those who can take something small and make it much bigger. Currently, Berkeley is starting from scratch. So, I believe those who enjoy creating something out of nothing and are drawn to that challenge would be a good fit. On the flip side, expanding what already exists and making it larger can come later.

I believe it's about having unique ideas and taking action. Berkeley, in its early stages, won't succeed by copying the approaches of large firms. It's essential to establish a new organization with a fresh perspective. Even in a specialized field, it's preferable for people to see Berkeley as more dependable than larger firms in that particular area. I have great expectations for young individuals who can generate their own ideas about different aspects like business domains and corporate culture and drive progress independently.

I prioritize the customer. If the customer is satisfied, it brings me joy, and their happiness is my ultimate reward. However, I acknowledge that this mindset might be considered traditional. Not to undermine the importance of customers, but nowadays, more young individuals prioritize their own personal growth. I see this as positive. My approach is 'putting the customer first, so I'll strive to grow,' while the perspective of younger generations is 'by growing first, I can deliver excellent service to the customer,' ultimately leading to contented customers.

Anyhow, I'm counting on the younger folks! I'm an old guy with a background in big corporations, and my ideas haven't shifted much from my time in those large firms. I figure I'll let the younger generation take the lead on fresh ideas, and I'll be there to support and back them up. I'm looking forward to witnessing the new shape of the company that the younger generation is striving for.