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Hi, I’m Akina Akiyama, a marketing professional with experience in international brand environments and small retail businesses. I specialize in connecting product storytelling with customer behavior to drive engagement and sales.
I focus on how social media, email, and customer experience work together to convert interest into purchase, and I love translating data into actionable content that resonates with real people.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Advanced
Japanese
Fluent
Work Experience
Marketing & Retail at Island Elixir Tea Company
October 1, 2025 - PresentManage social media content and customer-facing communication for a specialty tea brand; create content connecting products with lifestyle and wellness use cases; support in-store and online customer experience, observing purchasing behavior directly; contribute to brand storytelling to increase engagement and repeat customers.
Business Development (Public Sector Projects) at UMITRON K.K.
April 1, 2021 - August 1, 2025Developed structured proposals and communication materials for government-related projects; translated complex technical and business concepts into clear, actionable content; coordinated across multiple stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity in communication.
Marketing / Merchandiser at Wacoal Corporation
May 1, 2012 - May 1, 2018Managed product planning and coordination across international brands (Europe & US); connected product value with market needs through merchandising and communication; supported brand positioning and sales strategy through data and customer insight.
Sales Representative at Japan Business Systems, Inc.
April 1, 2008 - November 1, 2011Managed corporate clients and developed tailored solutions based on customer needs; built long-term client relationships and contributed to significant sales growth.
Education
Certificate in Marketing & Business Administration at University of California, Irvine
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Bachelor of Commerce at Kwansei Gakuin University
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Retail, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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