Hiroaki Kitano
Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer at SONY GROUP CORPORATION
Network origin in Hiroaki Kitano first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Computer Processing Hardware | 27 | |
Cinnamon, Inc.
 Cinnamon, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Cinnamon, Inc. develops application services for smart phones. The product is PicChat, a mobile photo sharing application. The company was founded by Miku Hirano and Hajime Hotta in 2012 and is headquartered in Singapore.
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| Holding Company | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | 10 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Hiroaki Kitano via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOGITECH INTERNATIONAL S.A. | Computer Peripherals | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
| VODAFONE GROUP PLC | Wireless Telecommunications | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing | |
| ORIX CORPORATION | Finance/Rental/Leasing | Director/Board Member | |
| SHISEIDO COMPANY, LIMITED | Household/Personal Care | Director/Board Member | |
Sony Corporation of America
 Sony Corporation of America Computer Processing HardwareElectronic Technology Sony Corp. of America manufactures audio, video, communications and information technology products. The firm offers its products under the categories of computer, cameras, photo and video, televisions, video and home theater, mobile, tablets and smart devices, playstation, portable devices, home audio, car and marine. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Computer Processing Hardware | Chief Executive Officer | |
| MITSUBISHI CORPORATION | Wholesale Distributors | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| LAWSON, INC. | Food Retail | Director/Board Member | |
| MARUBENI CORPORATION | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member | |
Sony Network Communications, Inc.
 Sony Network Communications, Inc. Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Sony Network Communications, Inc. engages in the provision of Internet services. It offers Internet of Things, information and communications technology, and network connection. The company was founded on November 1, 1995 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Major Telecommunications | Director of Finance/CFO Chief Executive Officer | |
Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc.
 Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc. Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc. produces movies and television shows. Its global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production, acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. The company is headquartered in Culver City, CA. | Movies/Entertainment | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
Sony Interactive Entertainment, Inc. (Japan)
 Sony Interactive Entertainment, Inc. (Japan) Recreational ProductsConsumer Durables Sony Interactive Entertainment, Inc. engages in the research, development and sale of PlayStation hardware, software, content and network services. Its products include PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Store, PlayStation Plus, PlayStation Video, PlayStation Music, PlayStation Now, PlayStation Vue and acclaimed PlayStation software titles from SIE (Securities Industry Essentials) Worldwide Studios. The company was founded on November 16, 1993 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Recreational Products | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| RECRUIT HOLDINGS CO., LTD | Internet Software/Services | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| CHOROKBAEM MEDIA CO., LTD. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member | |
| M3, INC. | Internet Software/Services | Director/Board Member | |
| University of California San Diego | College/University | Graduate Degree | |
Japan Electronics & Information Technology Industries Assoc
 Japan Electronics & Information Technology Industries Assoc Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Japan Electronics & Information Technology Industries Assoc is a business association that provides government policy awareness and industry information to the public and member companies. The private company is based in Tokyo, Japan and has subsidiaries in Japan. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman | |
| Waseda University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Sony Music Entertainment (Japan), Inc.
 Sony Music Entertainment (Japan), Inc. Commercial Printing/FormsCommercial Services Sony Music Entertainment (Japan), Inc. engages in the management and administration of its group companies. It also markets, discovers and develops artists, celebrities, entertainers and creators in the entertainment business. The company was founded in March 1968 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Commercial Printing/Forms | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| SONY FINANCIAL HOLDINGS INC. | Life/Health Insurance | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Sony Bank, Inc.
 Sony Bank, Inc. Regional BanksFinance Sony Bank, Inc. provides commercial banking services. The company also provides online and telephonic banking services. It offers currency deposits, investment trust, and home loans services. It is a subsidiary of Sony Financial Holdings, Inc. Sony Bank was founded in April, 2001 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan | Regional Banks | Director/Board Member | |
Astellas US LLC
 Astellas US LLC Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Part of Astellas Pharma, Inc., Astellas US LLC is a private company that manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products. The company is based in Northbrook, IL. The CEO of the company is Kenji Yasukawa. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Chief Executive Officer | |
Logitech, Inc.
 Logitech, Inc. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Logitech, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets cordless products for personal computers, gaming consoles, portable music players, and mobile phones. Its products include audio and video products, webcams, mice, trackballs, keyboards, speakers, headsets, interactive gaming devices, digital pens, and universal remote controls. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Newark, CA. | Electronics Distributors | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| NETYEAR GROUP CORPORATION | Information Technology Services | Director/Board Member | |
Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC
 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC develops game software. The company was founded on April 1, 2016 and is headquartered in San Mateo, CA. | Packaged Software | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| ENIGMO INC. | Packaged Software | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| MINKABU THE INFONOID, INC. | Information Technology Services | Director/Board Member | |
Saki Corp.
 Saki Corp. Industrial MachineryProducer Manufacturing Saki Corp. manufactures and distributes automated inspection machinery. The company was founded by Sakae Akiyama on April 8, 1994 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Industrial Machinery | Founder | |
PIMCO Japan Ltd.
 PIMCO Japan Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance PIMCO Japan Ltd. is an investment management firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The firm was founded in 1997 and formerly known as PIMCO Advisors Japan Ltd. They are a subsidiary of PIMCO Global Advisors LLC, which is ultimately owned by Allianz SE (ETR: ALV) in Germany. PIMCO Japan provides investment management and advisory services to various types of clients. | Investment Managers | Chief Executive Officer | |
Sonnette, Inc.
 Sonnette, Inc. Medical DistributorsDistribution Services Sonnette, Inc. leases and sells nursing care products and welfare equipment. The private company is based in Maebashi, Japan. | Medical Distributors | President | |
Globis Corp.
 Globis Corp. Investment ManagersFinance Globis Corp. (Globis) is an independent venture capital firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The firm was founded in 1992 by Hori Yoshito. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member | |
Actvila Corp.
 Actvila Corp. BroadcastingConsumer Services Actvila Corp. offers portal services for digital television. It enables the internet to be connected to the television for video watching. It offers programs such as dramas, anime, entertainment, and documentaries. The company was founded on July 7, 2006 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Broadcasting | Director/Board Member | |
MotionPortrait, Inc.
 MotionPortrait, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services MotionPortrait, Inc. develops 3D technology and smartphone applications. Its products and services include 3D technology development, smartphone app development, middleware licensing, and development using AI technology, contents business and internet advertising. The company was founded on July 3, 2007 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Packaged Software | Director/Board Member | |
Anytimes, Inc.
 Anytimes, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Anytimes, Inc. offers an mutual assistance skill-sharing application. Its product is called ANYTIMES and it connects people who have no time to do daily activities and those that want to work in their idle time. The company was founded by Chika Tsunoda on May 1, 2013 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Information Technology Services | Director/Board Member | |
MT Partners KK
 MT Partners KK Investment ManagersFinance MT Partners KK (MT Partners) is a Venture Capital firm founded in 2007. The firm is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. | Investment Managers | Chief Executive Officer | |
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corp.
 Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corp. SemiconductorsElectronic Technology Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corp. is a device solutions manufacturing company. It engages in research, development, manufacturing, and sales of semiconductor related products and electronic/electric equipment, as well as other associated businesses. The company is headquartered in Atsugi, Japan. | Semiconductors | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
D4V Godokaisha
 D4V Godokaisha Investment ManagersFinance D4V Godokaisha (D4V) is an independent venture capital firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The firm was founded in 2016 by Tom Kelley, Takano Makoto, Ito Kengo, Taniya Mamoru, Davide Agnelli and Kenichi Nonomura. | Investment Managers | Chief Executive Officer | |
| G&H Ventures LLC | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor | |
| Camera & Imaging Products Associations | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman | |
Sony Corp.
 Sony Corp. Electronics/AppliancesConsumer Durables Part of Sony Group Corp., Sony Corporation is a Japanese company responsible for the electronics products and solutions business in the Sony Group. The private company is based in Tokyo, Japan. The company creates products and services in areas such as home entertainment and sound, imaging, and mobile communications. Sony Corporation is also responsible for the entertainment, technology, and services business in the Sony Group. The company was founded in 2021. The CEO is Kimio Maki. | Electronics/Appliances | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
 Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. is a private company that is transforming and redefining the entertainment industry. The company is based in San Mateo, CA. Together with its Sony Group sister companies, Sony Interactive Entertainment is committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion, where every employee has room to grow and contribute to the company's success. Jim Ryan has been the CEO of the company since 2021. | Packaged Software | Chief Executive Officer | |
Sony Music Entertainment UK Group Ltd.
 Sony Music Entertainment UK Group Ltd. Electronic Production EquipmentElectronic Technology Sony Music Entertainment UK Group Ltd. manufactures electronic equipment. The private company is based in London, UK and has subsidiaries in Germany. The CEO of the British company is Rob Stringer. | Electronic Production Equipment | Chief Executive Officer | |
Pegasus Tech Ventures, Inc.
 Pegasus Tech Ventures, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Pegasus Tech Ventures, Inc.(Pegasus Tech Ventures) is an independent Venture Capital firm founded in 2011 by Anis Uzzaman and Vitaliy Arbuzov. The firm is headquartered in San Jose, California with additional offices around the world. | Investment Managers | Consultant / Advisor Consultant / Advisor | |
Ierae Security, Inc.
 Ierae Security, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Ierae Security, Inc. is a Japanese cyber security company that resolves security issues for customers using the technical skills of domestic white hackers. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan. and has subsidiaries in Japan. The company was founded in 2013 by Makoto Makita. | Packaged Software | Director/Board Member | |
| School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo | College/University | Undergraduate Degree |
Statistics
International
| Japan | 37 |
| United States | 11 |
| United Kingdom | 3 |
| Switzerland | 2 |
| South Korea | 2 |
Sectoral
| Technology Services | 12 |
| Finance | 10 |
| Electronic Technology | 7 |
| Consumer Services | 7 |
| Distribution Services | 4 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 139 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 37 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 36 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 33 |
| Chairman | 21 |
Most connected contacts
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| Wendy Becker | 25 |
| Anthony Vinciquerra | 23 |
| Bill Morrow | 19 |
| Hiroki Totoki | 19 |
| Neil Hunt | 15 |
| Toshiko Oka | 12 |
| Kenichiro Yoshida | 12 |
| Shigeki Ishizuka | 9 |
| Makoto Takano | 8 |
| Hajime Hotta | 8 |
| Shuzo Sumi | 7 |
| Yoshihiko Hatanaka | 7 |
| Sakie Akiyama | 6 |
| Toru Katsumoto | 5 |
| Tsuyoshi Kodera | 5 |
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