Born in Tokyo, raised in Zurich, schooled in Boston and now based in Paris, Ayami has the ability to move effortlessly between cultures.

A specialist in nurturing, evolving and transforming brands, Ayami leverages her +20 years of luxury branding to build iconic brands. Combining a creative marketing mind, a keen business instinct and a discerning eye for design, Ayami builds brands that transcend borders.

Splitting her time between Paris, Tokyo and New York, Ayami leads Hakuhodo’s Global Branding Initiative as Senior Corporate Officer and COO, Global Chief Client Officer of Hakuhodo International.