COMPANY
Company Overview
| Company Name | Lumalume Co., Ltd. |
| CEO | Hiroko Akutagawa |
| Founded | Jan. 2025 |
| Address | 3F R-Cube Aoyama 3F, 1-3-1 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 107-0061, JAPAN |
| Business Activities | Promoting Women’s Empowerment in Companies Strategic Consulting Services (Includes research and analysis, career counseling, training, and more) |
PROFILE
About Our CEO
Hiroko Akutagawa
Hiroko Akutagawa brings over 14 years of sales expertise, along with more than 6 years of distinguished management and team leadership experience. In her management roles, Hiroko has successfully led teams to achieve exceptional results, demonstrating her strong leadership and strategic vision.
Hiroko has also gained valuable insights from 2.5 years of international work in Hungary and 3 years of sourcing and logistics experience in both Japan and Hungary. Hiroko holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Osaka Gakuin University and an MBA from Dakota Wesleyan University, which she completed in 2023. Her educational journey includes enriching study abroad programs in the USA and Hungary, enhancing her cross-cultural communication and international business acumen.
Through her leadership and dedication, Hiroko is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, driving sustainable success for organizations. For more details on her professional journey and accomplishments, please visit her LinkedIn profile.
ORIGIN
The Meaning Behind “Lumalume”
The name “Lumalume Co., Ltd.” is a coined term derived from the Esperanto words “LUMO,” meaning “light,” and “ALUME,” meaning “towards direction.” This name reflects our aspiration to create a future where diversity and inclusion are fundamental within companies, enabling everyone to shine.
Our Vision for Lumalume
Esperanto serves as an international auxiliary language designed to facilitate communication across cultural and linguistic barriers. We sought to embody this spirit in our corporate philosophy. “Lumalume” represents the ideals of diversity and harmony, with the goal of fostering a society where all individuals can grow and prosper together. With this philosophy embedded in our company name, we are dedicated to contributing positively to society and becoming a company that supports a brighter future for all.
MEMBER
Hiroko Akutagawa, CEO
Hiroko Akutagawa is the CEO of Lumalume Co., Ltd. She has extensive experience in purchasing, logistics, corporate sales, and strategic planning within both Japanese and international chemical companies. After holding managerial positions in sales and strategic planning, she founded Lumalume Co., Ltd. Additionally, Hiroko is a nationally certified career consultant, highlighting her dedication to professional career development.
Etsuko Uchino
Etsuko Uchino has a 25-year career at Mitsui Chemicals, focusing on HR and corporate sales. She excelled in developing and managing personnel strategies. She continues her career consultation work at Mitsui Chemicals and engages in online counseling and second-career coaching through separate platforms. Etsuko holds national certifications as a licensed psychologist and career consultant, and she provides diverse career support through over 100 counseling sessions per month.