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Business | Women at Work Jun 14, 2022

Bringing a mother's wisdom to the world of the entrepreneur

by Nobuko Kobayashi

Ayako Sonoda has been keen to ensure she is helping others through her startups and other ventures.

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Business | Women at Work Apr 7, 2022

Miyuki Suzuki sets example for Japan Inc. with grace and 'spine of steel'

by Nobuko Kobayashi

During a varied career with stints at a number of firms, Suzuki has strived to empower her team members — something of a novel approach in Japan's corporate world.

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Business | Women at Work Feb 24, 2022

Untapped potential: Raising the status of women in professional services

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Masami Katakura of Ernst & Young ShinNihon hopes her journey through the world of accounting encourages the next generation of women.

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