The Longreach Group Team reflects a diversity of experience and talent, united with a passion to deliver the performance quality and outcomes across the capital raising, investments, value creation and exits pillars of our business expected by our investors, business partners and ourselves.
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Mark Chiba is Group Chairman and Partner of The Longreach Group, which he co-founded in 2003. Mark's responsibilities cover Firm management and investment strategy, senior relationship-driven deal origination and execution across Longreach’s sector and geographic focus, and building the Firm’s capabilities, capital base and global networks. Mark also works closely with Longreach’s investment professionals and company management teams across the portfolio to support value creation and exits. Immediately prior to Longreach, Mark held senior roles at UBS including CEO and President of UBS Securities Japan, Chairman of Asia-Pacific Investment Banking, and membership of the UBS Global Investment Bank Board and Global Investment Banking Management Committee.
Mark holds First Class Honours degrees in Economics (University of Melbourne) and Law (University of Sydney). He is a Rhodes Scholar with a Master of Philosophy degree in International Relations (with Distinction) from Oxford University.
Mark has served as a member of the Australian Government’s Trade and Investment Policy Advisory Council. He is active in supporting the development of the Rhodes Scholarships and in other not-for-profit causes.
Mark Chiba is Group Chairman and Partner of The Longreach Group, which he co-founded in 2003. Mark's responsibilities cover Firm management and investment strategy, senior relationship-driven deal origination and execution across Longreach’s sector and geographic focus, and building the Firm’s capabilities, capital base and global networks. Mark also works closely with Longreach’s investment professionals and company management teams across the portfolio to support value creation and exits. Immediately prior to Longreach, Mark held senior roles at UBS including CEO and President of UBS Securities Japan, Chairman of Asia-Pacific Investment Banking, and membership of the UBS Global Investment Bank Board and Global Investment Banking Management Committee.
Mark holds First Class Honours degrees in Economics (University of Melbourne) and Law (University of Sydney). He is a Rhodes Scholar with a Master of Philosophy degree in International Relations (with Distinction) from Oxford University.
Mark has served as a member of the Australian Government’s Trade and Investment Policy Advisory Council. He is active in supporting the development of the Rhodes Scholarships and in other not-for-profit causes.
Masamichi “Masa” Yoshizawa is Representative Director and Partner of The Longreach Group, Inc. which he co-founded in 2003. Masa’s lead responsibilities include Firm management, business development, and investment strategy with a focus on the industrial and technology, business services and consumer related sectors. Since inception, Masa has been involved in sourcing, post-investment value creation and exit across many corporate divestiture and founder succession investments. Prior to Longreach, Masa was Managing Director and Head of Technology and Healthcare Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley Japan, where he advised large Japanese conglomerates on execution of major carve-outs of non-core businesses in the semiconductor, IT services, healthcare products, and other industrial related areas. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Masa spent seven years at Robertson, Stephens & Company as Managing Director and Head of the Tokyo office where he established its start-up operations in Tokyo including investment banking and asset management businesses. Masa started his banking career at The Sumitomo Bank, Tokyo.
Masa received his Bachelor of Laws from Hokkaido University and was Valedictorian of his class.
Masa served as Chairman of the Japan Private Equity Association in 2015-2017, and he is an active member of Japan Association of Corporate Executives.
Masamichi “Masa” Yoshizawa is Representative Director and Partner of The Longreach Group, Inc. which he co-founded in 2003. Masa’s lead responsibilities include Firm management, business development, and investment strategy with a focus on the industrial and technology, business services and consumer related sectors. Since inception, Masa has been involved in sourcing, post-investment value creation and exit across many corporate divestiture and founder succession investments. Prior to Longreach, Masa was Managing Director and Head of Technology and Healthcare Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley Japan, where he advised large Japanese conglomerates on execution of major carve-outs of non-core businesses in the semiconductor, IT services, healthcare products, and other industrial related areas. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Masa spent seven years at Robertson, Stephens & Company as Managing Director and Head of the Tokyo office where he established its start-up operations in Tokyo including investment banking and asset management businesses. Masa started his banking career at The Sumitomo Bank, Tokyo.
Masa received his Bachelor of Laws from Hokkaido University and was Valedictorian of his class.
Masa served as Chairman of the Japan Private Equity Association in 2015-2017, and he is an active member of Japan Association of Corporate Executives.
Tomoya Sugimoto is one of the founding members of The Longreach Group. Tomoya has held leading roles across sourcing, execution, post-acquisition value creation and exits in a number of Longreach’s Japan investments in the consumer related, industrial and technology, and business services sectors. From April 1 2024, Tomoya transitioned from Partner to Senior Advisor and in this role will continue with senior involvement in the investment and IR activities of Longreach. Before joining The Longreach Group Inc., Tomoya was an Executive Director in Technology Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley, where he advised large Japanese technology companies on the execution of carving out non-core businesses, acquisitions and financings. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Tomoya started his banking career at The Long Term Credit Bank (now Shinsei Bank) where he was focused on capital markets transactions as well as corporate financing activities, mainly for the Bank’s Asian clients.
Tomoya received his B.A. in Economics from Hitotsubashi University and his MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College.
Tomoya Sugimoto is one of the founding members of The Longreach Group. Tomoya has held leading roles across sourcing, execution, post-acquisition value creation and exits in a number of Longreach’s Japan investments in the consumer related, industrial and technology, and business services sectors. From April 1 2024, Tomoya transitioned from Partner to Senior Advisor and in this role will continue with senior involvement in the investment and IR activities of Longreach. Before joining The Longreach Group Inc., Tomoya was an Executive Director in Technology Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley, where he advised large Japanese technology companies on the execution of carving out non-core businesses, acquisitions and financings. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Tomoya started his banking career at The Long Term Credit Bank (now Shinsei Bank) where he was focused on capital markets transactions as well as corporate financing activities, mainly for the Bank’s Asian clients.
Tomoya received his B.A. in Economics from Hitotsubashi University and his MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College.
Sonny Chan is a Partner based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank. Sonny is focused on deal sourcing, investment execution, post-investment value creation and exits of portfolio companies in Greater China. Prior to joining Longreach, Sonny was a Partner at Headland Capital Partners Ltd. (formerly HSBC Private Equity (Asia) Ltd.). In that role, Sonny was responsible for sourcing and executing investments in a broad range of private equity deal types across various industries in Greater China and Southeast Asia. Before Headland, Sonny was an Assistant Director for PAMA Group Inc. (formerly Prudential Asset Management Asia, Ltd.) where he executed private equity investments across Greater China and South Korea. Prior to PAMA, Sonny was an Investment Banking Analyst with Salomon Smith Barney in New York and Hong Kong.
Sonny received his Executive MBA from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business in Beijing, his Master of Science in Engineering-Economic Systems from Stanford University and his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from University of California, Los Angeles.
Sonny Chan is a Partner based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank. Sonny is focused on deal sourcing, investment execution, post-investment value creation and exits of portfolio companies in Greater China. Prior to joining Longreach, Sonny was a Partner at Headland Capital Partners Ltd. (formerly HSBC Private Equity (Asia) Ltd.). In that role, Sonny was responsible for sourcing and executing investments in a broad range of private equity deal types across various industries in Greater China and Southeast Asia. Before Headland, Sonny was an Assistant Director for PAMA Group Inc. (formerly Prudential Asset Management Asia, Ltd.) where he executed private equity investments across Greater China and South Korea. Prior to PAMA, Sonny was an Investment Banking Analyst with Salomon Smith Barney in New York and Hong Kong.
Sonny received his Executive MBA from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business in Beijing, his Master of Science in Engineering-Economic Systems from Stanford University and his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from University of California, Los Angeles.
Keitaro “KT” Tsuda is a Partner based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, Wellness Communications, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, KT was a Director at Unison Capital, Inc., where he played key roles in the sourcing, value creation and exit of multiple portfolio companies. Prior to Unison Capital, KT was a Director at ITOCHU International Inc. based in New York, where he co-founded the Principal Investments Group, an in-house private equity unit with US$200 million of internal capital focusing on middle market leveraged buyouts in North America. He was also responsible for M&A and strategic investments for ITOCHU’s Financial Division and Machinery Division in North America. KT started his career at Cantor Fitzgerald, LLC in Tokyo where he was a foreign exchange options broker.
KT holds an MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and BA in Social Sciences from Waseda University.
Keitaro “KT” Tsuda is a Partner based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, Wellness Communications, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, KT was a Director at Unison Capital, Inc., where he played key roles in the sourcing, value creation and exit of multiple portfolio companies. Prior to Unison Capital, KT was a Director at ITOCHU International Inc. based in New York, where he co-founded the Principal Investments Group, an in-house private equity unit with US$200 million of internal capital focusing on middle market leveraged buyouts in North America. He was also responsible for M&A and strategic investments for ITOCHU’s Financial Division and Machinery Division in North America. KT started his career at Cantor Fitzgerald, LLC in Tokyo where he was a foreign exchange options broker.
KT holds an MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and BA in Social Sciences from Waseda University.
Yizhe Chen is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Wendy’s First Kitchen, C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, J-CEP, and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Yizhe was a Manager at A.T. Kearney.
Yizhe has a Master of Engineering from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Yizhe Chen is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Wendy’s First Kitchen, C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, J-CEP, and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Yizhe was a Manager at A.T. Kearney.
Yizhe has a Master of Engineering from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Takuji Ishida is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Japan Systems, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch). Prior to joining Longreach, Takuji was a Managing Director at Polaris Capital Group, a private equity in Japan, where he played key roles in deal originations, transaction execution activities, and value creation for several portfolio companies. Prior to Polaris Capital Group, Takuji worked at Mitsubishi Corporation focusing on investments/project finance in Liquefied Natural Gas projects. Subsequently, at Boston Consulting Group, Takuji was a Project Leader in charge of developing strategies, formulating med-to long-term business plans, and launching new businesses in several sectors.
Takuji received a Bachelor of Laws from Kyoto University and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Takuji Ishida is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Japan Systems, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch). Prior to joining Longreach, Takuji was a Managing Director at Polaris Capital Group, a private equity in Japan, where he played key roles in deal originations, transaction execution activities, and value creation for several portfolio companies. Prior to Polaris Capital Group, Takuji worked at Mitsubishi Corporation focusing on investments/project finance in Liquefied Natural Gas projects. Subsequently, at Boston Consulting Group, Takuji was a Project Leader in charge of developing strategies, formulating med-to long-term business plans, and launching new businesses in several sectors.
Takuji received a Bachelor of Laws from Kyoto University and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Jonathan Zhang is an Executive Director based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating governance transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Jonathan was an Analyst at Barclays Investment Bank in Hong Kong.
Jonathan has a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from Peking University.
Jonathan Zhang is an Executive Director based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating governance transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Jonathan was an Analyst at Barclays Investment Bank in Hong Kong.
Jonathan has a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from Peking University.
Tsutomu Okamoto is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Hitachi Via Mechanics, FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), and J-CEP, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, global expansion and listing preparations. Prior to joining Longreach, Tsutomu was with Goldman Sachs investment banking as a Vice President, based in San Francisco and Tokyo, and supported blue-chip clients on various mergers and acquisitions and financing transactions including initial public offerings as well as emerging, high-growth start-ups.
Tsutomu holds a B.A. from the University of Tokyo.
Tsutomu Okamoto is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Hitachi Via Mechanics, FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), and J-CEP, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, global expansion and listing preparations. Prior to joining Longreach, Tsutomu was with Goldman Sachs investment banking as a Vice President, based in San Francisco and Tokyo, and supported blue-chip clients on various mergers and acquisitions and financing transactions including initial public offerings as well as emerging, high-growth start-ups.
Tsutomu holds a B.A. from the University of Tokyo.
Haruna Mochizuki is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Shin Nihon Jusetsu, Japan Systems, Blueship, and FCLComponents (ex-Fujitsu Component), particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating sales marketing, enhancing supply chain management and leading global expansion and acquisitions. Prior to joining Longreach, Haruna was a Senior Manager at Deloitte Consulting working from the Southeast Asia and China offices, and previously was an Associate at A.T. Kearney based in Japan.
Haruna has a Master of Business Administration from Keio University.
Haruna Mochizuki is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Shin Nihon Jusetsu, Japan Systems, Blueship, and FCLComponents (ex-Fujitsu Component), particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating sales marketing, enhancing supply chain management and leading global expansion and acquisitions. Prior to joining Longreach, Haruna was a Senior Manager at Deloitte Consulting working from the Southeast Asia and China offices, and previously was an Associate at A.T. Kearney based in Japan.
Haruna has a Master of Business Administration from Keio University.
Hiroki Yamada is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Wellness Communications, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, Hiroki was an associate at Tokyo office of Baring Private Equity Asia and engaged in investment activities from deal sourcing to post-investment value creation. Before that, he was a consultant of Boston Consulting Group at Tokyo office and involved in mid-term business plan development, new business strategy creation, and business portfolio review for various industries. Before that, he was analyst at Japan Bank for International Corporation and worked for sovereign risk assessment.
Hiroki holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Hiroki Yamada is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Wellness Communications, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, Hiroki was an associate at Tokyo office of Baring Private Equity Asia and engaged in investment activities from deal sourcing to post-investment value creation. Before that, he was a consultant of Boston Consulting Group at Tokyo office and involved in mid-term business plan development, new business strategy creation, and business portfolio review for various industries. Before that, he was analyst at Japan Bank for International Corporation and worked for sovereign risk assessment.
Hiroki holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Takehiko Kawauchi is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, and J-CEP. Prior to joining Longreach, Takehiko was a startup investment member at Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital. Prior to Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital, he was a consultant at Roland Berger.
Takehiko holds Master of Management of Technology from Tokyo Institute of Technology and Bachelor of Engineering from Waseda University.
Takehiko Kawauchi is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, and J-CEP. Prior to joining Longreach, Takehiko was a startup investment member at Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital. Prior to Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital, he was a consultant at Roland Berger.
Takehiko holds Master of Management of Technology from Tokyo Institute of Technology and Bachelor of Engineering from Waseda University.
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Yusuke Mouri is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, and Blueship. Prior to joining Longreach, Yusuke was a Vice President in Global Investment Banking at SMBC Nikko Securities, where he worked on M&A and IPO transactions across a wide range of sectors in the Tokyo and New York offices.
Yusuke holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
Yusuke Mouri is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, and Blueship. Prior to joining Longreach, Yusuke was a Vice President in Global Investment Banking at SMBC Nikko Securities, where he worked on M&A and IPO transactions across a wide range of sectors in the Tokyo and New York offices.
Yusuke holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
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Yu Kawabata is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Wendy’s First Kitchen and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group. Prior to joining Longreach, Yu was a Director in the Investment Banking Division at Barclays in Tokyo and primarily engaged in cross-border M&A advisory services to support clients in various sectors including industrials and energy.
Yu holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
Yu Kawabata is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Wendy’s First Kitchen and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group. Prior to joining Longreach, Yu was a Director in the Investment Banking Division at Barclays in Tokyo and primarily engaged in cross-border M&A advisory services to support clients in various sectors including industrials and energy.
Yu holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
John Zhan is a Manager based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, John was an Investment Associate at Nordic Capital in London. Before Nordic Capital, he was an Investment Banking Associate at Goldman Sachs and started his career as an Investment Banking Analyst at Barclays in London.
John has a Masters in Finance and a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Imperial College London.
John Zhan is a Manager based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, John was an Investment Associate at Nordic Capital in London. Before Nordic Capital, he was an Investment Banking Associate at Goldman Sachs and started his career as an Investment Banking Analyst at Barclays in London.
John has a Masters in Finance and a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Imperial College London.
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Takaaki Suzuki is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, he served as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company's Tokyo office, where he provided a wide range of consulting services including cost reduction, business due diligence and organization assessment/optimization to a variety of industries including healthcare, electronics and automobile related manufacturers. Previously, Takaaki held the position of Assistant Manager at Mitsui O.S.K. Lines in both Tokyo and Hong Kong, where he was involved in containership business management, infrastructure investments and new business launches.
Takaaki holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Management from Hitotsubashi University and an MBA from the University of Hong Kong.
Takaaki Suzuki is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, he served as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company's Tokyo office, where he provided a wide range of consulting services including cost reduction, business due diligence and organization assessment/optimization to a variety of industries including healthcare, electronics and automobile related manufacturers. Previously, Takaaki held the position of Assistant Manager at Mitsui O.S.K. Lines in both Tokyo and Hong Kong, where he was involved in containership business management, infrastructure investments and new business launches.
Takaaki holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Management from Hitotsubashi University and an MBA from the University of Hong Kong.
Tetsuto Matsuura is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, Tetsuto was a Vice President in the M&A execution team in the Investment Banking Division at BofA Securities, formerly known as Merrill Lynch Japan Securities. Based in Tokyo, he worked in M&A advisory to financial sponsors and blue chip companies across a wide range of sectors, including technology, industrials, healthcare and infrastructure.
Tetsuto holds a Bachelor of Economics from The University of Tokyo.
Tetsuto Matsuura is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, Tetsuto was a Vice President in the M&A execution team in the Investment Banking Division at BofA Securities, formerly known as Merrill Lynch Japan Securities. Based in Tokyo, he worked in M&A advisory to financial sponsors and blue chip companies across a wide range of sectors, including technology, industrials, healthcare and infrastructure.
Tetsuto holds a Bachelor of Economics from The University of Tokyo.
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Ken Law is the Group Chief Operating Officer, Group Chief Financial Officer and a Partner of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Ken is responsible for the operational, financial management and compliance functions and development of the Firm. He also works closely with Longreach’s investment team to support portfolio management, including through board positions.
Before Longreach, Ken was the Group Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Ally Bridge Group, a global healthcare focused investment group. In that role, Ken was responsible for the financial, operational and compliance infrastructure of the group. Before Ally Bridge Group, Ken was a Director and Asia Regional Controller at TPG-Axon Capital, a multi-billion-dollar hedge fund based in New York, overseeing finance and operations for the Asia region. He also has extensive product, operational and market risk knowledge of equity and credit markets from his experience in Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan where he last served as Vice President managing the middle office division.
Ken is a Chartered Accountant with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration from Victoria University.
Ken Law is the Group Chief Operating Officer, Group Chief Financial Officer and a Partner of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Ken is responsible for the operational, financial management and compliance functions and development of the Firm. He also works closely with Longreach’s investment team to support portfolio management, including through board positions.
Before Longreach, Ken was the Group Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Ally Bridge Group, a global healthcare focused investment group. In that role, Ken was responsible for the financial, operational and compliance infrastructure of the group. Before Ally Bridge Group, Ken was a Director and Asia Regional Controller at TPG-Axon Capital, a multi-billion-dollar hedge fund based in New York, overseeing finance and operations for the Asia region. He also has extensive product, operational and market risk knowledge of equity and credit markets from his experience in Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan where he last served as Vice President managing the middle office division.
Ken is a Chartered Accountant with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration from Victoria University.
Takuro Watanabe is the Japan Operating Officer of The Longreach Group based in Tokyo. Takuro is responsible for operational, financial management, compliance, human resources and investors communications functions in the Tokyo office. Takuro also works closely with the Group Chief Operating Officer and Group Chief Financial Officer on Group wide operations management and funds related structuring.
Before joining Longreach, Takuro was the Head of Operations at J-STAR where he was responsible for structuring and operations of funds, foreign subsidiary management, compliance functions, administrative and human resource matters. Before J-STAR, he was employed in investment banking COO functions in Mizuho Securities, Deutsche Securities and Barclays Securities in Japan. Takuro started his career as a banker in the Investment Banking Division of Goldman Sachs where he also gained experience in management office functions in its CEO Office and its Securities Division.
Takuro received his B.A. in Law from Tokyo University.
Takuro Watanabe is the Japan Operating Officer of The Longreach Group based in Tokyo. Takuro is responsible for operational, financial management, compliance, human resources and investors communications functions in the Tokyo office. Takuro also works closely with the Group Chief Operating Officer and Group Chief Financial Officer on Group wide operations management and funds related structuring.
Before joining Longreach, Takuro was the Head of Operations at J-STAR where he was responsible for structuring and operations of funds, foreign subsidiary management, compliance functions, administrative and human resource matters. Before J-STAR, he was employed in investment banking COO functions in Mizuho Securities, Deutsche Securities and Barclays Securities in Japan. Takuro started his career as a banker in the Investment Banking Division of Goldman Sachs where he also gained experience in management office functions in its CEO Office and its Securities Division.
Takuro received his B.A. in Law from Tokyo University.
Leo Tsang is the Financial Controller of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. He supports the Group CFO across financial management of the Firm and supports deal execution processes. Leo also supports investor relations reporting and compliance functions. Prior to joining Longreach, Leo was the Finance Manager at Moritex Asia Co. Ltd., where he managed the integration of the finance and accounting processes and was responsible for establishing internal controls systems and financial budgeting. Before Moritex, Leo was with the audit practice of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu in Hong Kong.
Leo received his B.A. in Accountancy from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Leo Tsang is the Financial Controller of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. He supports the Group CFO across financial management of the Firm and supports deal execution processes. Leo also supports investor relations reporting and compliance functions. Prior to joining Longreach, Leo was the Finance Manager at Moritex Asia Co. Ltd., where he managed the integration of the finance and accounting processes and was responsible for establishing internal controls systems and financial budgeting. Before Moritex, Leo was with the audit practice of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu in Hong Kong.
Leo received his B.A. in Accountancy from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Doris Lee is the Finance Manager of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Doris was a Fund Service Manager in Alter Domus Hong Kong Limited, providing fund administration services for private equity fund clients. Before Alter Domus, Doris was a Manager at PwC HK, Assurance, Financial Service Practice, specializing in financial audits of private equity funds, real estate funds, hedge funds and mutual funds.
Doris is a Certified Public Accountant of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of New South Wales in Australia.
Doris Lee is the Finance Manager of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Doris was a Fund Service Manager in Alter Domus Hong Kong Limited, providing fund administration services for private equity fund clients. Before Alter Domus, Doris was a Manager at PwC HK, Assurance, Financial Service Practice, specializing in financial audits of private equity funds, real estate funds, hedge funds and mutual funds.
Doris is a Certified Public Accountant of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of New South Wales in Australia.
Anthony Tang is the Senior Accountant of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Anthony was a Project Accountant in Allianz Global Corporate &Specialty SE, performing corporate accounting, treasury related duties and system enhancement tasks. Before Allianz, Anthony was an Accountant at PAG Asia, performing fund accounting functions, and cash management and treasury related duties.
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Anthony Tang is the Senior Accountant of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Anthony was a Project Accountant in Allianz Global Corporate &Specialty SE, performing corporate accounting, treasury related duties and system enhancement tasks. Before Allianz, Anthony was an Accountant at PAG Asia, performing fund accounting functions, and cash management and treasury related duties.
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Tracy Lee is the Hong Kong Office Manager. She provides full spectrum administrative, operational, HR and compliance support to ensure smooth operations in the Hong Kong office. She also participates in various projects and firm-wide initiatives to continue to improve the Hong Kong office management systems. Tracy previously worked at Royal Morgan Fund in office management related administration, accounting, company secretary, HR and IT functions.
Tracy has a Bachelor of Business Studies degree from National University of Ireland, Dublin as well as post graduate HR qualifications.
Tracy Lee is the Hong Kong Office Manager. She provides full spectrum administrative, operational, HR and compliance support to ensure smooth operations in the Hong Kong office. She also participates in various projects and firm-wide initiatives to continue to improve the Hong Kong office management systems. Tracy previously worked at Royal Morgan Fund in office management related administration, accounting, company secretary, HR and IT functions.
Tracy has a Bachelor of Business Studies degree from National University of Ireland, Dublin as well as post graduate HR qualifications.
Sachiyo Akimoto is the Operations Staff in Tokyo in charge of general administration, human resources, and finance. Sachiyo joined Longreach in 2007 and served as an Executive Assistant providing a wide range of secretarial support to the investment team over 15 years. Before joining Longreach, Sachiyo had extensive work experience including five years at Bain & Company Japan, where she served as a Recruiting Coordinator to take responsibilities in new graduate and mid-career recruitments.
Sachiyo received a B.A. in Political Science from Keio University.
Sachiyo Akimoto is the Operations Staff in Tokyo in charge of general administration, human resources, and finance. Sachiyo joined Longreach in 2007 and served as an Executive Assistant providing a wide range of secretarial support to the investment team over 15 years. Before joining Longreach, Sachiyo had extensive work experience including five years at Bain & Company Japan, where she served as a Recruiting Coordinator to take responsibilities in new graduate and mid-career recruitments.
Sachiyo received a B.A. in Political Science from Keio University.
Lisa Herrell is Director of Investor Relations based in Hong Kong. Lisa oversees Longreach’s investor development, communications and fundraising. Prior to joining Longreach, Lisa was a Managing Director at placement agent Denning and Company based in San Francisco. Earlier in her career, Lisa worked at Solomon Smith Barney as an Associate in Institutional fixed income sales and trading.
Lisa holds an MBA from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor of Arts from University of California San Diego.
Lisa Herrell is Director of Investor Relations based in Hong Kong. Lisa oversees Longreach’s investor development, communications and fundraising. Prior to joining Longreach, Lisa was a Managing Director at placement agent Denning and Company based in San Francisco. Earlier in her career, Lisa worked at Solomon Smith Barney as an Associate in Institutional fixed income sales and trading.
Lisa holds an MBA from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor of Arts from University of California San Diego.
Aya Kagawa is Manager of Investor Relations and ESG based in Tokyo. Aya's responsibilities include IR activities mainly with Japanese investors and leading ESG-related projects.
Before joining Longreach, Aya was with Fujitsu Limited for over 15 years primarily managing investor relations with the firm’s Japanese and Asian institutional investors. In addition to her investor relations duties, Aya was proactive in launching ESG-related programs and events, and in the production of ESG integrated reports.
Aya holds a Bachelor of Literature from Kyoto University, a Master of International Relations from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University, and a MBA from University Canada West.
Aya Kagawa is Manager of Investor Relations and ESG based in Tokyo. Aya's responsibilities include IR activities mainly with Japanese investors and leading ESG-related projects.
Before joining Longreach, Aya was with Fujitsu Limited for over 15 years primarily managing investor relations with the firm’s Japanese and Asian institutional investors. In addition to her investor relations duties, Aya was proactive in launching ESG-related programs and events, and in the production of ESG integrated reports.
Aya holds a Bachelor of Literature from Kyoto University, a Master of International Relations from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University, and a MBA from University Canada West.
Longreach’s Global Advisory Board (“GAB”) brings an exceptional, elite group of senior business leaders with experience, networks and wisdom powerfully aligned with our investment strategy and broader business model. The GAB’s global and sector capabilities enhance our ability to find capital deployment and value creation opportunities that can deliver truly world class execution and investment performance.
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Longreach works with a select group of Business Management Advisors (“BMAs”) with relevant and deep sector experience and expertise, supporting us in due diligence and operational areas. Our BMAs are also able to deliver value through temporary or long-term roles in portfolio companies.
Mark Chiba is Group Chairman and Partner of The Longreach Group, which he co-founded in 2003. Mark's responsibilities cover Firm management and investment strategy, senior relationship-driven deal origination and execution across Longreach’s sector and geographic focus, and building the Firm’s capabilities, capital base and global networks. Mark also works closely with Longreach’s investment professionals and company management teams across the portfolio to support value creation and exits. Immediately prior to Longreach, Mark held senior roles at UBS including CEO and President of UBS Securities Japan, Chairman of Asia-Pacific Investment Banking, and membership of the UBS Global Investment Bank Board and Global Investment Banking Management Committee.
Mark holds First Class Honours degrees in Economics (University of Melbourne) and Law (University of Sydney). He is a Rhodes Scholar with a Master of Philosophy degree in International Relations (with Distinction) from Oxford University.
Mark has served as a member of the Australian Government’s Trade and Investment Policy Advisory Council. He is active in supporting the development of the Rhodes Scholarships and in other not-for-profit causes.
Mark Chiba is Group Chairman and Partner of The Longreach Group, which he co-founded in 2003. Mark's responsibilities cover Firm management and investment strategy, senior relationship-driven deal origination and execution across Longreach’s sector and geographic focus, and building the Firm’s capabilities, capital base and global networks. Mark also works closely with Longreach’s investment professionals and company management teams across the portfolio to support value creation and exits. Immediately prior to Longreach, Mark held senior roles at UBS including CEO and President of UBS Securities Japan, Chairman of Asia-Pacific Investment Banking, and membership of the UBS Global Investment Bank Board and Global Investment Banking Management Committee.
Mark holds First Class Honours degrees in Economics (University of Melbourne) and Law (University of Sydney). He is a Rhodes Scholar with a Master of Philosophy degree in International Relations (with Distinction) from Oxford University.
Mark has served as a member of the Australian Government’s Trade and Investment Policy Advisory Council. He is active in supporting the development of the Rhodes Scholarships and in other not-for-profit causes.
Masamichi “Masa” Yoshizawa is Representative Director and Partner of The Longreach Group, Inc. which he co-founded in 2003. Masa’s lead responsibilities include Firm management, business development, and investment strategy with a focus on the industrial and technology, business services and consumer related sectors. Since inception, Masa has been involved in sourcing, post-investment value creation and exit across many corporate divestiture and founder succession investments. Prior to Longreach, Masa was Managing Director and Head of Technology and Healthcare Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley Japan, where he advised large Japanese conglomerates on execution of major carve-outs of non-core businesses in the semiconductor, IT services, healthcare products, and other industrial related areas. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Masa spent seven years at Robertson, Stephens & Company as Managing Director and Head of the Tokyo office where he established its start-up operations in Tokyo including investment banking and asset management businesses. Masa started his banking career at The Sumitomo Bank, Tokyo.
Masa received his Bachelor of Laws from Hokkaido University and was Valedictorian of his class.
Masa served as Chairman of the Japan Private Equity Association in 2015-2017, and he is an active member of Japan Association of Corporate Executives.
Masamichi “Masa” Yoshizawa is Representative Director and Partner of The Longreach Group, Inc. which he co-founded in 2003. Masa’s lead responsibilities include Firm management, business development, and investment strategy with a focus on the industrial and technology, business services and consumer related sectors. Since inception, Masa has been involved in sourcing, post-investment value creation and exit across many corporate divestiture and founder succession investments. Prior to Longreach, Masa was Managing Director and Head of Technology and Healthcare Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley Japan, where he advised large Japanese conglomerates on execution of major carve-outs of non-core businesses in the semiconductor, IT services, healthcare products, and other industrial related areas. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Masa spent seven years at Robertson, Stephens & Company as Managing Director and Head of the Tokyo office where he established its start-up operations in Tokyo including investment banking and asset management businesses. Masa started his banking career at The Sumitomo Bank, Tokyo.
Masa received his Bachelor of Laws from Hokkaido University and was Valedictorian of his class.
Masa served as Chairman of the Japan Private Equity Association in 2015-2017, and he is an active member of Japan Association of Corporate Executives.
Tomoya Sugimoto is one of the founding members of The Longreach Group. Tomoya has held leading roles across sourcing, execution, post-acquisition value creation and exits in a number of Longreach’s Japan investments in the consumer related, industrial and technology, and business services sectors. From April 1 2024, Tomoya transitioned from Partner to Senior Advisor and in this role will continue with senior involvement in the investment and IR activities of Longreach. Before joining The Longreach Group Inc., Tomoya was an Executive Director in Technology Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley, where he advised large Japanese technology companies on the execution of carving out non-core businesses, acquisitions and financings. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Tomoya started his banking career at The Long Term Credit Bank (now Shinsei Bank) where he was focused on capital markets transactions as well as corporate financing activities, mainly for the Bank’s Asian clients.
Tomoya received his B.A. in Economics from Hitotsubashi University and his MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College.
Tomoya Sugimoto is one of the founding members of The Longreach Group. Tomoya has held leading roles across sourcing, execution, post-acquisition value creation and exits in a number of Longreach’s Japan investments in the consumer related, industrial and technology, and business services sectors. From April 1 2024, Tomoya transitioned from Partner to Senior Advisor and in this role will continue with senior involvement in the investment and IR activities of Longreach. Before joining The Longreach Group Inc., Tomoya was an Executive Director in Technology Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley, where he advised large Japanese technology companies on the execution of carving out non-core businesses, acquisitions and financings. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Tomoya started his banking career at The Long Term Credit Bank (now Shinsei Bank) where he was focused on capital markets transactions as well as corporate financing activities, mainly for the Bank’s Asian clients.
Tomoya received his B.A. in Economics from Hitotsubashi University and his MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College.
Sonny Chan is a Partner based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank. Sonny is focused on deal sourcing, investment execution, post-investment value creation and exits of portfolio companies in Greater China. Prior to joining Longreach, Sonny was a Partner at Headland Capital Partners Ltd. (formerly HSBC Private Equity (Asia) Ltd.). In that role, Sonny was responsible for sourcing and executing investments in a broad range of private equity deal types across various industries in Greater China and Southeast Asia. Before Headland, Sonny was an Assistant Director for PAMA Group Inc. (formerly Prudential Asset Management Asia, Ltd.) where he executed private equity investments across Greater China and South Korea. Prior to PAMA, Sonny was an Investment Banking Analyst with Salomon Smith Barney in New York and Hong Kong.
Sonny received his Executive MBA from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business in Beijing, his Master of Science in Engineering-Economic Systems from Stanford University and his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from University of California, Los Angeles.
Sonny Chan is a Partner based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank. Sonny is focused on deal sourcing, investment execution, post-investment value creation and exits of portfolio companies in Greater China. Prior to joining Longreach, Sonny was a Partner at Headland Capital Partners Ltd. (formerly HSBC Private Equity (Asia) Ltd.). In that role, Sonny was responsible for sourcing and executing investments in a broad range of private equity deal types across various industries in Greater China and Southeast Asia. Before Headland, Sonny was an Assistant Director for PAMA Group Inc. (formerly Prudential Asset Management Asia, Ltd.) where he executed private equity investments across Greater China and South Korea. Prior to PAMA, Sonny was an Investment Banking Analyst with Salomon Smith Barney in New York and Hong Kong.
Sonny received his Executive MBA from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business in Beijing, his Master of Science in Engineering-Economic Systems from Stanford University and his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from University of California, Los Angeles.
Keitaro “KT” Tsuda is a Partner based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, Wellness Communications, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, KT was a Director at Unison Capital, Inc., where he played key roles in the sourcing, value creation and exit of multiple portfolio companies. Prior to Unison Capital, KT was a Director at ITOCHU International Inc. based in New York, where he co-founded the Principal Investments Group, an in-house private equity unit with US$200 million of internal capital focusing on middle market leveraged buyouts in North America. He was also responsible for M&A and strategic investments for ITOCHU’s Financial Division and Machinery Division in North America. KT started his career at Cantor Fitzgerald, LLC in Tokyo where he was a foreign exchange options broker.
KT holds an MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and BA in Social Sciences from Waseda University.
Keitaro “KT” Tsuda is a Partner based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, Wellness Communications, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, KT was a Director at Unison Capital, Inc., where he played key roles in the sourcing, value creation and exit of multiple portfolio companies. Prior to Unison Capital, KT was a Director at ITOCHU International Inc. based in New York, where he co-founded the Principal Investments Group, an in-house private equity unit with US$200 million of internal capital focusing on middle market leveraged buyouts in North America. He was also responsible for M&A and strategic investments for ITOCHU’s Financial Division and Machinery Division in North America. KT started his career at Cantor Fitzgerald, LLC in Tokyo where he was a foreign exchange options broker.
KT holds an MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and BA in Social Sciences from Waseda University.
Yizhe Chen is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Wendy’s First Kitchen, C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, J-CEP, and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Yizhe was a Manager at A.T. Kearney.
Yizhe has a Master of Engineering from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Yizhe Chen is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Wendy’s First Kitchen, C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, J-CEP, and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Yizhe was a Manager at A.T. Kearney.
Yizhe has a Master of Engineering from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Takuji Ishida is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Japan Systems, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch). Prior to joining Longreach, Takuji was a Managing Director at Polaris Capital Group, a private equity in Japan, where he played key roles in deal originations, transaction execution activities, and value creation for several portfolio companies. Prior to Polaris Capital Group, Takuji worked at Mitsubishi Corporation focusing on investments/project finance in Liquefied Natural Gas projects. Subsequently, at Boston Consulting Group, Takuji was a Project Leader in charge of developing strategies, formulating med-to long-term business plans, and launching new businesses in several sectors.
Takuji received a Bachelor of Laws from Kyoto University and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Takuji Ishida is an Executive Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Japan Systems, Blueship, and nobitel (Dr.stretch). Prior to joining Longreach, Takuji was a Managing Director at Polaris Capital Group, a private equity in Japan, where he played key roles in deal originations, transaction execution activities, and value creation for several portfolio companies. Prior to Polaris Capital Group, Takuji worked at Mitsubishi Corporation focusing on investments/project finance in Liquefied Natural Gas projects. Subsequently, at Boston Consulting Group, Takuji was a Project Leader in charge of developing strategies, formulating med-to long-term business plans, and launching new businesses in several sectors.
Takuji received a Bachelor of Laws from Kyoto University and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Jonathan Zhang is an Executive Director based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating governance transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Jonathan was an Analyst at Barclays Investment Bank in Hong Kong.
Jonathan has a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from Peking University.
Jonathan Zhang is an Executive Director based in Hong Kong. He has been involved in investments including Amazon Papyrus, Quasar Engineering and EnTie Commercial Bank, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating governance transformation, and leading acquisitions and global expansion. Prior to joining Longreach, Jonathan was an Analyst at Barclays Investment Bank in Hong Kong.
Jonathan has a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from Peking University.
Tsutomu Okamoto is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Hitachi Via Mechanics, FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), and J-CEP, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, global expansion and listing preparations. Prior to joining Longreach, Tsutomu was with Goldman Sachs investment banking as a Vice President, based in San Francisco and Tokyo, and supported blue-chip clients on various mergers and acquisitions and financing transactions including initial public offerings as well as emerging, high-growth start-ups.
Tsutomu holds a B.A. from the University of Tokyo.
Tsutomu Okamoto is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Primo Japan, Hitachi Via Mechanics, FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), and J-CEP, particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating digital transformation, global expansion and listing preparations. Prior to joining Longreach, Tsutomu was with Goldman Sachs investment banking as a Vice President, based in San Francisco and Tokyo, and supported blue-chip clients on various mergers and acquisitions and financing transactions including initial public offerings as well as emerging, high-growth start-ups.
Tsutomu holds a B.A. from the University of Tokyo.
Haruna Mochizuki is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Shin Nihon Jusetsu, Japan Systems, Blueship, and FCLComponents (ex-Fujitsu Component), particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating sales marketing, enhancing supply chain management and leading global expansion and acquisitions. Prior to joining Longreach, Haruna was a Senior Manager at Deloitte Consulting working from the Southeast Asia and China offices, and previously was an Associate at A.T. Kearney based in Japan.
Haruna has a Master of Business Administration from Keio University.
Haruna Mochizuki is a Director based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Shin Nihon Jusetsu, Japan Systems, Blueship, and FCLComponents (ex-Fujitsu Component), particularly focusing on developing growth strategies, accelerating sales marketing, enhancing supply chain management and leading global expansion and acquisitions. Prior to joining Longreach, Haruna was a Senior Manager at Deloitte Consulting working from the Southeast Asia and China offices, and previously was an Associate at A.T. Kearney based in Japan.
Haruna has a Master of Business Administration from Keio University.
Hiroki Yamada is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Wellness Communications, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, Hiroki was an associate at Tokyo office of Baring Private Equity Asia and engaged in investment activities from deal sourcing to post-investment value creation. Before that, he was a consultant of Boston Consulting Group at Tokyo office and involved in mid-term business plan development, new business strategy creation, and business portfolio review for various industries. Before that, he was analyst at Japan Bank for International Corporation and worked for sovereign risk assessment.
Hiroki holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Hiroki Yamada is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Wellness Communications, and nobitel (Dr.stretch).
Prior to joining Longreach, Hiroki was an associate at Tokyo office of Baring Private Equity Asia and engaged in investment activities from deal sourcing to post-investment value creation. Before that, he was a consultant of Boston Consulting Group at Tokyo office and involved in mid-term business plan development, new business strategy creation, and business portfolio review for various industries. Before that, he was analyst at Japan Bank for International Corporation and worked for sovereign risk assessment.
Hiroki holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the London Business School.
Takehiko Kawauchi is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, and J-CEP. Prior to joining Longreach, Takehiko was a startup investment member at Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital. Prior to Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital, he was a consultant at Roland Berger.
Takehiko holds Master of Management of Technology from Tokyo Institute of Technology and Bachelor of Engineering from Waseda University.
Takehiko Kawauchi is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including C-United (formed through the merger of Kohikan, Chat Noir, and Café de CRIE), Wellness Communications, and J-CEP. Prior to joining Longreach, Takehiko was a startup investment member at Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital. Prior to Deloitte Tohmatsu Capital, he was a consultant at Roland Berger.
Takehiko holds Master of Management of Technology from Tokyo Institute of Technology and Bachelor of Engineering from Waseda University.
Yusuke Mouri is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, and Blueship. Prior to joining Longreach, Yusuke was a Vice President in Global Investment Banking at SMBC Nikko Securities, where he worked on M&A and IPO transactions across a wide range of sectors in the Tokyo and New York offices.
Yusuke holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
Yusuke Mouri is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including FCL Components (ex-Fujitsu Component), Japan Systems, and Blueship. Prior to joining Longreach, Yusuke was a Vice President in Global Investment Banking at SMBC Nikko Securities, where he worked on M&A and IPO transactions across a wide range of sectors in the Tokyo and New York offices.
Yusuke holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
Yu Kawabata is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Wendy’s First Kitchen and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group. Prior to joining Longreach, Yu was a Director in the Investment Banking Division at Barclays in Tokyo and primarily engaged in cross-border M&A advisory services to support clients in various sectors including industrials and energy.
Yu holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
Yu Kawabata is a Manager based in Tokyo. He has been involved in investments including Wendy’s First Kitchen and Shin Nihon Jusetsu Group. Prior to joining Longreach, Yu was a Director in the Investment Banking Division at Barclays in Tokyo and primarily engaged in cross-border M&A advisory services to support clients in various sectors including industrials and energy.
Yu holds a Bachelor of Economics from Keio University.
John Zhan is a Manager based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, John was an Investment Associate at Nordic Capital in London. Before Nordic Capital, he was an Investment Banking Associate at Goldman Sachs and started his career as an Investment Banking Analyst at Barclays in London.
John has a Masters in Finance and a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Imperial College London.
John Zhan is a Manager based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, John was an Investment Associate at Nordic Capital in London. Before Nordic Capital, he was an Investment Banking Associate at Goldman Sachs and started his career as an Investment Banking Analyst at Barclays in London.
John has a Masters in Finance and a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Imperial College London.
Takaaki Suzuki is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, he served as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company's Tokyo office, where he provided a wide range of consulting services including cost reduction, business due diligence and organization assessment/optimization to a variety of industries including healthcare, electronics and automobile related manufacturers. Previously, Takaaki held the position of Assistant Manager at Mitsui O.S.K. Lines in both Tokyo and Hong Kong, where he was involved in containership business management, infrastructure investments and new business launches.
Takaaki holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Management from Hitotsubashi University and an MBA from the University of Hong Kong.
Takaaki Suzuki is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, he served as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company's Tokyo office, where he provided a wide range of consulting services including cost reduction, business due diligence and organization assessment/optimization to a variety of industries including healthcare, electronics and automobile related manufacturers. Previously, Takaaki held the position of Assistant Manager at Mitsui O.S.K. Lines in both Tokyo and Hong Kong, where he was involved in containership business management, infrastructure investments and new business launches.
Takaaki holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Management from Hitotsubashi University and an MBA from the University of Hong Kong.
Tetsuto Matsuura is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, Tetsuto was a Vice President in the M&A execution team in the Investment Banking Division at BofA Securities, formerly known as Merrill Lynch Japan Securities. Based in Tokyo, he worked in M&A advisory to financial sponsors and blue chip companies across a wide range of sectors, including technology, industrials, healthcare and infrastructure.
Tetsuto holds a Bachelor of Economics from The University of Tokyo.
Tetsuto Matsuura is a Manager based in Tokyo. Prior to joining Longreach, Tetsuto was a Vice President in the M&A execution team in the Investment Banking Division at BofA Securities, formerly known as Merrill Lynch Japan Securities. Based in Tokyo, he worked in M&A advisory to financial sponsors and blue chip companies across a wide range of sectors, including technology, industrials, healthcare and infrastructure.
Tetsuto holds a Bachelor of Economics from The University of Tokyo.
Ken Law is the Group Chief Operating Officer, Group Chief Financial Officer and a Partner of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Ken is responsible for the operational, financial management and compliance functions and development of the Firm. He also works closely with Longreach’s investment team to support portfolio management, including through board positions.
Before Longreach, Ken was the Group Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Ally Bridge Group, a global healthcare focused investment group. In that role, Ken was responsible for the financial, operational and compliance infrastructure of the group. Before Ally Bridge Group, Ken was a Director and Asia Regional Controller at TPG-Axon Capital, a multi-billion-dollar hedge fund based in New York, overseeing finance and operations for the Asia region. He also has extensive product, operational and market risk knowledge of equity and credit markets from his experience in Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan where he last served as Vice President managing the middle office division.
Ken is a Chartered Accountant with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration from Victoria University.
Ken Law is the Group Chief Operating Officer, Group Chief Financial Officer and a Partner of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Ken is responsible for the operational, financial management and compliance functions and development of the Firm. He also works closely with Longreach’s investment team to support portfolio management, including through board positions.
Before Longreach, Ken was the Group Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Ally Bridge Group, a global healthcare focused investment group. In that role, Ken was responsible for the financial, operational and compliance infrastructure of the group. Before Ally Bridge Group, Ken was a Director and Asia Regional Controller at TPG-Axon Capital, a multi-billion-dollar hedge fund based in New York, overseeing finance and operations for the Asia region. He also has extensive product, operational and market risk knowledge of equity and credit markets from his experience in Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan where he last served as Vice President managing the middle office division.
Ken is a Chartered Accountant with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration from Victoria University.
Takuro Watanabe is the Japan Operating Officer of The Longreach Group based in Tokyo. Takuro is responsible for operational, financial management, compliance, human resources and investors communications functions in the Tokyo office. Takuro also works closely with the Group Chief Operating Officer and Group Chief Financial Officer on Group wide operations management and funds related structuring.
Before joining Longreach, Takuro was the Head of Operations at J-STAR where he was responsible for structuring and operations of funds, foreign subsidiary management, compliance functions, administrative and human resource matters. Before J-STAR, he was employed in investment banking COO functions in Mizuho Securities, Deutsche Securities and Barclays Securities in Japan. Takuro started his career as a banker in the Investment Banking Division of Goldman Sachs where he also gained experience in management office functions in its CEO Office and its Securities Division.
Takuro received his B.A. in Law from Tokyo University.
Takuro Watanabe is the Japan Operating Officer of The Longreach Group based in Tokyo. Takuro is responsible for operational, financial management, compliance, human resources and investors communications functions in the Tokyo office. Takuro also works closely with the Group Chief Operating Officer and Group Chief Financial Officer on Group wide operations management and funds related structuring.
Before joining Longreach, Takuro was the Head of Operations at J-STAR where he was responsible for structuring and operations of funds, foreign subsidiary management, compliance functions, administrative and human resource matters. Before J-STAR, he was employed in investment banking COO functions in Mizuho Securities, Deutsche Securities and Barclays Securities in Japan. Takuro started his career as a banker in the Investment Banking Division of Goldman Sachs where he also gained experience in management office functions in its CEO Office and its Securities Division.
Takuro received his B.A. in Law from Tokyo University.
Leo Tsang is the Financial Controller of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. He supports the Group CFO across financial management of the Firm and supports deal execution processes. Leo also supports investor relations reporting and compliance functions. Prior to joining Longreach, Leo was the Finance Manager at Moritex Asia Co. Ltd., where he managed the integration of the finance and accounting processes and was responsible for establishing internal controls systems and financial budgeting. Before Moritex, Leo was with the audit practice of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu in Hong Kong.
Leo received his B.A. in Accountancy from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Leo Tsang is the Financial Controller of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. He supports the Group CFO across financial management of the Firm and supports deal execution processes. Leo also supports investor relations reporting and compliance functions. Prior to joining Longreach, Leo was the Finance Manager at Moritex Asia Co. Ltd., where he managed the integration of the finance and accounting processes and was responsible for establishing internal controls systems and financial budgeting. Before Moritex, Leo was with the audit practice of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu in Hong Kong.
Leo received his B.A. in Accountancy from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Doris Lee is the Finance Manager of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Doris was a Fund Service Manager in Alter Domus Hong Kong Limited, providing fund administration services for private equity fund clients. Before Alter Domus, Doris was a Manager at PwC HK, Assurance, Financial Service Practice, specializing in financial audits of private equity funds, real estate funds, hedge funds and mutual funds.
Doris is a Certified Public Accountant of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of New South Wales in Australia.
Doris Lee is the Finance Manager of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Doris was a Fund Service Manager in Alter Domus Hong Kong Limited, providing fund administration services for private equity fund clients. Before Alter Domus, Doris was a Manager at PwC HK, Assurance, Financial Service Practice, specializing in financial audits of private equity funds, real estate funds, hedge funds and mutual funds.
Doris is a Certified Public Accountant of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of New South Wales in Australia.
Anthony Tang is the Senior Accountant of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Anthony was a Project Accountant in Allianz Global Corporate &Specialty SE, performing corporate accounting, treasury related duties and system enhancement tasks. Before Allianz, Anthony was an Accountant at PAG Asia, performing fund accounting functions, and cash management and treasury related duties.
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Anthony Tang is the Senior Accountant of The Longreach Group based in Hong Kong. Prior to joining Longreach, Anthony was a Project Accountant in Allianz Global Corporate &Specialty SE, performing corporate accounting, treasury related duties and system enhancement tasks. Before Allianz, Anthony was an Accountant at PAG Asia, performing fund accounting functions, and cash management and treasury related duties.
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Tracy Lee is the Hong Kong Office Manager. She provides full spectrum administrative, operational, HR and compliance support to ensure smooth operations in the Hong Kong office. She also participates in various projects and firm-wide initiatives to continue to improve the Hong Kong office management systems. Tracy previously worked at Royal Morgan Fund in office management related administration, accounting, company secretary, HR and IT functions.
Tracy has a Bachelor of Business Studies degree from National University of Ireland, Dublin as well as post graduate HR qualifications.
Tracy Lee is the Hong Kong Office Manager. She provides full spectrum administrative, operational, HR and compliance support to ensure smooth operations in the Hong Kong office. She also participates in various projects and firm-wide initiatives to continue to improve the Hong Kong office management systems. Tracy previously worked at Royal Morgan Fund in office management related administration, accounting, company secretary, HR and IT functions.
Tracy has a Bachelor of Business Studies degree from National University of Ireland, Dublin as well as post graduate HR qualifications.
Sachiyo Akimoto is the Operations Staff in Tokyo in charge of general administration, human resources, and finance. Sachiyo joined Longreach in 2007 and served as an Executive Assistant providing a wide range of secretarial support to the investment team over 15 years. Before joining Longreach, Sachiyo had extensive work experience including five years at Bain & Company Japan, where she served as a Recruiting Coordinator to take responsibilities in new graduate and mid-career recruitments.
Sachiyo received a B.A. in Political Science from Keio University.
Sachiyo Akimoto is the Operations Staff in Tokyo in charge of general administration, human resources, and finance. Sachiyo joined Longreach in 2007 and served as an Executive Assistant providing a wide range of secretarial support to the investment team over 15 years. Before joining Longreach, Sachiyo had extensive work experience including five years at Bain & Company Japan, where she served as a Recruiting Coordinator to take responsibilities in new graduate and mid-career recruitments.
Sachiyo received a B.A. in Political Science from Keio University.
Lisa Herrell is Director of Investor Relations based in Hong Kong. Lisa oversees Longreach’s investor development, communications and fundraising. Prior to joining Longreach, Lisa was a Managing Director at placement agent Denning and Company based in San Francisco. Earlier in her career, Lisa worked at Solomon Smith Barney as an Associate in Institutional fixed income sales and trading.
Lisa holds an MBA from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor of Arts from University of California San Diego.
Lisa Herrell is Director of Investor Relations based in Hong Kong. Lisa oversees Longreach’s investor development, communications and fundraising. Prior to joining Longreach, Lisa was a Managing Director at placement agent Denning and Company based in San Francisco. Earlier in her career, Lisa worked at Solomon Smith Barney as an Associate in Institutional fixed income sales and trading.
Lisa holds an MBA from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor of Arts from University of California San Diego.
Aya Kagawa is Manager of Investor Relations and ESG based in Tokyo. Aya's responsibilities include IR activities mainly with Japanese investors and leading ESG-related projects.
Before joining Longreach, Aya was with Fujitsu Limited for over 15 years primarily managing investor relations with the firm’s Japanese and Asian institutional investors. In addition to her investor relations duties, Aya was proactive in launching ESG-related programs and events, and in the production of ESG integrated reports.
Aya holds a Bachelor of Literature from Kyoto University, a Master of International Relations from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University, and a MBA from University Canada West.
Aya Kagawa is Manager of Investor Relations and ESG based in Tokyo. Aya's responsibilities include IR activities mainly with Japanese investors and leading ESG-related projects.
Before joining Longreach, Aya was with Fujitsu Limited for over 15 years primarily managing investor relations with the firm’s Japanese and Asian institutional investors. In addition to her investor relations duties, Aya was proactive in launching ESG-related programs and events, and in the production of ESG integrated reports.
Aya holds a Bachelor of Literature from Kyoto University, a Master of International Relations from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University, and a MBA from University Canada West.
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