Kaori Obana
Value-up Professional
creating the future.
Message
The passion of being an entrepreneur, coupled with the endless possibilities of leadership and technology, truly convinces me that this is the way we must innovate in Japan.
The foundation that supports us now was built by entrepreneurs and technology from years and decades past. There will be considerable difficulties beyond that scaffolding. We aim to overcome these challenges together and support entrepreneurs in realizing the new necessary infrastructure.
Among our top priorities is how to increase the value of startups toward a bright future.
Biography
I vividly remember how intensely I dedicated myself to my work when I joined my first company. It might have been the first time I was truly passionate about something and really committed to achieving it. I got involved in a venture that I admired for its significant social value. In my mid-twenties, I focused on growing that business. Although we achieved profitability, we had to withdraw from the venture because it could not scale further. The experience taught me that even with purpose and conviction, a business must grow to be meaningful.
Afterwards, I joined a startup as an HR professional. There, I encountered the innovations that startups were bringing to the world and the marvels of technology, and I faced the uncertainties that startups endure due to external factors. Through various changes and eras, the importance of organizational strength has been a constant.
Recruitment and organizational development are not easy tasks, and they significantly impact business growth. My experiences with growing a business and supporting organizational structure have led me to choose a path that focuses on these aspects to accelerate business growth. I want to walk this path with entrepreneurs as part of a value enhancement team. While continuing to grow and face new challenges, I look forward to building a bright future with entrepreneurs and technology leaders.
Personal Keywords
technology, beer, running, hiring/recruitment, organizational development, mother of a son, quick and easy cooking
Career
After graduating from university, Kaori Obana began her career at en Japan Inc., where she provided comprehensive HR support to clients of various sizes, including job advertising, new business planning, and agency services. Later, she joined Retty Inc. as an HR professional, leading the overall recruitment strategy focused on engineering and product development.
She joined GLOBIS Capital Partners in January 2022.