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Harold George Meij
Outside Director, Earth Corporation and Kewpie Corporation Advisor, Panasonic Corporation
Speaker Bio
Born in the Netherlands in 1963. Due to his father’s work, he spent his childhood in Japan and speaks six languages, including Japanese, English, and Dutch (with native-level proficiency in Japanese). He completed his master’s degree at New York University.
After working at Heineken Japan, Nippon Lever (now Unilever Japan), Sunstar, and serving as Vice President of Coca-Cola Japan, he became President and Representative Director of Takara Tomy in 2015. He led the company from a deficit to a significant recovery, achieving record-high sales and profits.
In 2018, he was appointed President and CEO of New Japan Pro-Wrestling Co., Ltd. He focused on overseas expansion and achieved record sales and profits. He stepped down in October 2020.
His management skills have attracted attention, leading to numerous appearances in mass media. He has also received considerable recognition from the business community, including winning the Global Award at the 45th Keizaikai Awards (2019).
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After working at Heineken Japan, Nippon Lever (now Unilever Japan), Sunstar, and serving as Vice President of Coca-Cola Japan, he became President and Representative Director of Takara Tomy in 2015. He led the company from a deficit to a significant recovery, achieving record-high sales and profits.
In 2018, he was appointed President and CEO of New Japan Pro-Wrestling Co., Ltd. He focused on overseas expansion and achieved record sales and profits. He stepped down in October 2020.
His management skills have attracted attention, leading to numerous appearances in mass media. He has also received considerable recognition from the business community, including winning the Global Award at the 45th Keizaikai Awards (2019).
Session
Thursday, July 09, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM JST
Guest Keynote: How Professional CEOs Bring Out People’s Abilities — The Required Leadership Traits
Harold George Meij,
Outside Director, Earth Corporation and Kewpie Corporation Advisor, Panasonic Corporation
In organizations that consistently achieve results in tough business environments, there are leaders who bring out the full potential of their people.
Harold George Meij, a professional CEO who has led numerous corporate transformations, shares key insights on management that identify each employee’s potential and enhance their autonomy and willingness to take on challenges.
What kind of leadership is needed now to leverage diverse talent and guide organizations toward growth?
We offer practical perspectives and actionable tips that can be applied immediately in the workplace.
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Harold George Meij, a professional CEO who has led numerous corporate transformations, shares key insights on management that identify each employee’s potential and enhance their autonomy and willingness to take on challenges.
What kind of leadership is needed now to leverage diverse talent and guide organizations toward growth?
We offer practical perspectives and actionable tips that can be applied immediately in the workplace.
... Show More Show Less