Sakura Kawakami
川上さくら
日本カントリーマネージャー
Sakura Kawakami is an accomplished business leader with over 25 years in senior roles across Fortune 100 financial institutions and dynamic startups. Currently, as Country Manager for INSTANDA Japan, she leads digital transformation and growth in the insurance sector. Sakura's career highlights include establishing market presence for digital solutions in Japan, securing strategic partnerships with major insurers, and driving cost-saving, efficiency-focused programs in large-scale organizations. Her experience in global financial and technology companies sharpened her skills in compliance, cost optimization, and cross-functional team leadership, preparing her to adeptly navigate both corporate and startup environments.
Known for aligning investment with operational strategies to deliver sustainable growth, Sakura excels at guiding companies through complex transformations. With deep expertise in market entry and operational transformation, she brings valuable insights on the future of digital innovation in Japan's insurance industry.