Leadership Team

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Shinichi Hosokawa

CEO, GMO Research & AI, Inc.

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Shinichi Hosokawa

Shinichi (Shin) Hosokawa is the founder and the largest individual shareholder of GMO Research & AI, Inc. He established the company in 2005 with a vision of sharing the process, system and survey panel with the market research industry in Japan, enabling it to become more efficient. GMO Research & AI is now the leading company offering sampling services with the largest survey panel in Asia. Shin started his career as a diplomat at the Japanese Embassy in Ethiopia. He gained expertise in marketing during his time with Kenwood Corporation in Silicon Valley and KPMG Consulting in Tokyo where he worked within internet research services before founding his own company. Shin has a Global MBA from the Thunderbird Graduate School in Arizona where he majored in Marketing.

Our company's philosophy, “Engaging People Around the World,” defines the vision we aim to achieve.
As the digital information revolution advances, the relationship between consumers and businesses worldwide is undergoing a significant transformation. The concept of “co-creation value” exemplifies the growing demand for new marketing solution platforms that can redefine these relationships.
In this era, we aspire to create a world where the passion of businesses dedicated to improving people's lives and the desires of individuals striving for a better life can interact dynamically on a platform that naturally sparks innovation and opens the door to the future. If this cutting-edge platform, brimming with exciting technologies, can lead our society towards a brighter, more joyful future, nothing could make us happier.
To realize this future, we aim to fully leverage the ASIA Cloud Panel, the No. 1 marketing solution platform across 16 countries and regions in Asia, enabling both consumers and businesses to utilize our services and continually roll out offerings that meet the needs of society.

Leadership Team

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Tetsuya Hongo

Chief Operating Officer

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Tetsuya Hongo

Tetsuya Hongo joined GMO Research & AI in 2013 and is responsible for the Japan Business sector. Before joining GMO Research & AI, he worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) as a customer experience consultant for 12 years. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Yokohama City University.

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Kenichiro Ando

Chief Technology Officer

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Kenichiro Ando

Kenichiro Ando is a veteran of internet technologies and a leader in the sustainable development of rapidly growing web services. He brings 20 years of software development experience, 10+ years of management experience and 20 years of experience within the IT environment. His programmer career started when he was 10 years old, under the influence of his mother who held a Bachelor of Computer Science degree. After working on more than 20 development projects, he left for a trip around the world. After returning to Japan, he joined GMO Research & AI as a lead programmer in 2007.

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Takenori Mori

Chief Financial Officer

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Takenori Mori

Takenori Mori joined GMO Research & AI in 2019. He is the company's Global CFO with 20+ years of diverse corporate finance, accounting and other corporate function experience. Before joining GMO Research & AI, he worked at PwC Network for 16 years, where he acquired a wide range of experience, including management consulting, financial reporting advisory, post-merger integration, assurance and internal control advisory, etc.

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Yukiya Nagata

Chief Revenue Officer

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Yukiya Nagata

Yukiya joined GMO Research & AI in 2011. He used to be the domestic sales director in Japan until 2016. After shifting to his new role, he managed the global panel and developed services in South-East Asia. He also created a Malaysia office, operating the company as a managing director until 2021. His current role involves looking for new business opportunities and business partners in Asia.

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Pratik Sharma

Executive Vice President, EMEA Region

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Pratik Sharma

Pratik joined GMO Research & AI in 2021 and is currently the Executive Vice President for the EMEA region. He has worked with customers and partners for over 20 years in consultancy and commercial roles, within the Data and Insights industry with high growth, fast scale businesses. Pratik has been through an expedition of helping scale up companies and organizations from single digit million turnover to 80 plus million turnover businesses. He has always focused on driving growth through strategic partnership approach to build scalable long-standing relationship. Prior to GMO Research & AI, Pratik has been a part of some of the most respectable industry leaders at an executive position to name a few - Greenfield Online, Toluna, Critical Mix and Dynata.

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Shinya Imanari

Executive Vice President, Global Business Alliance

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Shinya Imanari

Shinya joined GMO Research & AI in 2015 and served as a sales director in Japan until 2021. He then acted in place of a director of sales strategy and marketing for the business sector. Currently, he is the director of partner alliances for the entire Asia region, starting in 2023, where he is responsible for finding business partners and building any new business possibilities across APAC.

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Edson Luis

Senior Vice President, Global Business Alliance

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Edson Luis

Edson has been with GMO Research & AI since 2012, initially supporting Japanese clients looking to carry our international research projects. Before GMO, he began his marketing research career in Mexico as an assistant marketing manager for GICSA Group in Cancun. From 2023 to 2024, Edson served as Japan Managing Director at QuestionPro, successfully launching its domestic business and doubling regional sales annually. He is now SVP of Global Business Alliances at GMO Research & AI focusing on strategic partnerships, market expansion, and fostering cross-border collaboration to drive business growth. His extensive experience spans leadership, innovation, and advancing the marketing research industry globally.

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Yusuke Nagasawa

Senior Vice President, APAC

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Yusuke Nagasawa

Yusuke joined GMO Research & AI in 2016. Since 2020, he has been engaged in the management of research and promotion businesses as a sales manager in Japan. In 2025, he was appointed Senior Vice President of APAC, where he is responsible for scaling business operations across the region.

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Mai Takahashi

Senior Vice President, EMEA & Global API Alliance

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Mai Takahashi

Mai joined GMO Research & AI in 2016. After five years in domestic sales, she was appointed as the manager of the Global Business Strategy Department. She has been involved in improving sales processes and planning new products. Starting in 2025, she will serve as the manager of EMEA sales, taking on the responsibility of expanding business operations across the EMEA region.

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Ryan Kaneko

Vice President, Global API Alliance

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Ryan Kaneko

Since joining GMO in 2012, Ryan has accrued comprehensive knowledge of traditional and online data collection methodologies. He currently serves as Vice President of Global API Alliance, leading supply partnerships at GMO Research & AI. His groundwork in computer science makes him an excellent individual to manage API integrations with various companies across multiple industries. Aside from his industry experience, his multinational background and aptitude for travel give him a deep understanding and insight into local consumers in Asia.

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Seiji Ohno

Managing Director, GMO Z com Research Sdn. Bhd. and Director, Global Alliance Department

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Seiji Ohno

Ohno is the managing director of the Malaysia office and is responsible for the Global Alliance Department. His team manages and operates the Asia Cloud Panel of over 60 million people across 16 Asian countries. He has more than 10 years of experience working for GMO Research & AI and is a specialist in panel management.

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Willy Tey

Senior Director, APAC Business development

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Willy Tey

Joined GMO Research & AI in 2021, Willy is a sales professional who is dedicated to innovative problem-solving solutions. Leveraging his experience as a sales and project manager in the advertising and tech industries, he aims to deliver impactful, tailored solutions for the evolving market while fostering connections and driving sales growth in the APAC region. He currently serves as Senior Director of APAC Business Development.

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Anna Teo

Senior Director, APAC Client development

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Anna Teo

Anna joined the APAC sales team in 2022 and has since led sales and business development for the Greater China region. A skilled professional with experience across diverse industry verticals, she facilitates business growth by offering varied industry insights, solutions, and effective client relationship management. Prior to joining the company, Anna worked in advertising, media and entertainment content holding pivotal roles in sales and business development. She currently serves as Senior Director of APAC Client Development.

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Gus Peña

Business Development Director, North America

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Gus Peña

Gus Peña brings nearly two decades of exceptional experience in building and leading customer-focused teams within the market research and insights industry to GMO. His career spans a broad spectrum, from quantitative research and overseeing global operations for major online panel firms to account management and, more recently, client development. With deep expertise in research methodologies, online panels, and cultivating strong customer relationships, Gus is committed to delivering excellence. His extensive background ensures that GMO’s clients will receive unmatched service, exceptional insights, and the highest standards of data quality.

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Aneta Taylor

Account Director, North America

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Aneta Taylor

Aneta joined the GMO Research & AI US team in 2024, bringing over 20 years of market research experience, and a proven track record of successfully supporting clients across various sectors and regions, delivering actionable insights and fostering long-term relationships based on trust, loyalty, and performance. Aneta’s customer-centric approach and results-driven mindset have enabled her to drive successful outcomes for clients across a variety of sectors. Specializes in managing complex accounts, understanding client needs, and delivering tailored research solutions that enhance decision-making and business performance. Before her role at GMO Research & AI, Aneta worked at companies like Survey Sampling International, Research Now/SSI, Dynata, and Disqo, where she gained invaluable experience in project oversight, account management, and strategic consulting.

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Haruna Saito

Director, Global Marketing

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Haruna Saito

Haruna joined GMO Research & AI in 2022 and has contributed to shaping global marketing strategies for brand positioning, leveraging her expertise in content marketing, SEO, and various marketing initiatives. In 2025, she was appointed Director of Global Marketing, where she leads efforts to expand and strengthen the company’s global presence, driving business growth.

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Dennis Lee

Senior Manager, North Asia

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Dennis Lee

With close to 10 years of experience in project management and client management, he excels at delivering successful outcomes for a diverse range of clients. He is skilled in overseeing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. Through years of fostering strong client relationships, we prioritize clear communication, understanding client needs, and providing tailored solutions that drive long-term success.

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Seth Capone

Senior Account Manager, North America

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Seth Capone

Seth is a Senior Account Manager at GMO Research & AI, based in the United States. Joining the company in 2024, Seth focuses on delivering innovative research solutions and fostering strong client relationships. With a dedication to excellence and a client-first approach, Seth plays a key role in driving the success of GMO Research & AI’s global initiatives in North America.

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Elin Zhong

General Manager, GMO E-Lab Marketing Research (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.

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Elin Zhong

Before becoming the general manager of GMO E-Lab Marketing Research (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., as a system director and product development manager in 2021, Elin contributed to designing and developing the major panel site. She succeeded in increasing the panellists of this site to over 40,000 in just one year. Prior to joining the company, for nearly 10 years, she had worked at famous software companies in Japan (including Hitachi, Fujitsu, Sony, NEC software, etc.), mainly as a software engineer and project manager. Here she accumulated a notable amount of project management and development experience of Japanese enterprises. Previously, she worked in Beijing and Shenzhen, China for two years.

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