Episode Synopsis "S03E08: Yuka Hata, Managing Director, Head of Fund Investments, Japan Investment Corporation (JIC)"

S3E58: Yuka Hata, Managing Director, Head of Fund Investments, Japan Investment The podcast 'Moments That Made Her,' hosted by Kelly Williams of the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN), presents an in-depth conversation with Yuka Hata, Managing Director and Head of Fund Investments at Japan Investment Corporation. Yuka shares her unique upbringing in Tokyo, her venture capital career beginning at Jafco, and her experiences navigating a male-dominated industry. She discusses her transition from Japanese firms to international roles, highlighting the significance of pursuing niche opportunities to establish credibility. Yuka also emphasizes the evolving professional landscape for women in Japan and her current role promoting venture capital ecosystems and diversity within JIC. The episode underscores the challenges, achievements, and pivotal moments of Yuka's inspiring career.Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.To learn more please visit pewin.org.

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