Naomi Higa

With a proven track record in providing wide-ranging consulting services in corporate strategy, organisational management, and cross-border communication, Naomi has worked with both Japanese and multinational corporations—including Japanese airlines, pharmaceutical companies, U.S. financial institutions, and general trading firms—based in the UK and Japan.

She specialises in flexible and practical approaches tailored to diverse market environments and cultural contexts across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Having been involved in the management of multiple offices across the EMEA region, she has led initiatives in organisational transformation, talent strategy, and governance enhancement. She later served as Country Head and Representative Director at startup ventures and consulting firms, where she led business launches, talent development, and strategic planning.

 She supports sustainable organisational growth by cultivating corporate culture, promoting diversity and inclusion, and improving internal and external communications. She holds a UK-based CIPD qualification (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) and possesses deep expertise in people and organisational support in global business environments.

At Kreab London Japan Desk, she provides multifaceted support to help Japanese companies and organisations strengthen their presence and impact in the UK and wider European markets.