Contact Aki Machida
I help Japanese companies succeed in the U.S. market and support U.S./European startups in expanding into Japan. Leveraging 20+ years in Silicon Valley and a 40-year career in semiconductors, sensors, displays, and advanced manufacturing, I provide hands-on execution for innovation, go-to-market strategy, and cross-border commercialization.
What I can provide
I deliver:
• U.S. market entry acceleration for Japanese companies
• Japan market development for U.S. startups seeking customers and partners
• Investor readiness and CVC/VC outreach
(pitch strategy, value proposition design)
• Customer discovery & product-market fit refinement through
direct engagement with industry stakeholders
• Supplier and ecosystem development in Asia–U.S. manufacturing networks
• Technology validation through pilots, trade shows, and structured
market feedback
With a track record of leading multiple >$1B product lines and pioneering globally adopted technologies, I bridge cultural, organizational, and technical gaps — functioning as a local executive, external BD leader, and trusted advisor.
My focus is on achieving commercial outcomes while establishing durable customer and partner relationships.
Service Areas
• Business Development & Go-to-Market Execution
• U.S. Entry & Localization Support for Japanese Companies
• Japan Market Development for U.S./European Startups
• Strategic Selling & Presentation Coaching
• Market Research & Competitive Intelligence
• Tradeshow & Industry Outreach
Technology Domains
Semiconductors / Sensors / Optoelectronics / Displays / AR–VR / Materials & Manufacturing / Silicon Valley Innovation Culture
Current Partners
FUKURO VISION
Business Development Consultant
Fukuro provides a shutter-less algorithm for LWIR (long wave infra-red) camera solutions targeting emergency brake systems for automotive applications and crack detection for any concrete structure.
Daichu Technologies
SSD Thermal Tester Company
in Saitama, Japan
Silicon Valley Go To Market Mentor
Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd
Thin Film Division
Sputtering thin film business and
PFAS alternative solution
Business Development Advisor
MYRIAS OPTICS in Amherst, MA
Business Development Consultant
Myrias provides an in-organic nanoimprint metalens solution with a very high refractive index of 1.9-2.3.P
Previous Job Experiences
Fujifilm Open Innovation Hub Manager
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