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Manabu Watanabe

APAC Member-at-Large Director

about

My role for ICOM

I am the director of the Global Business HQ and Communication Design HQ.

I facilitate communication across the Asian region and create cross-border business from Japan. I handle cross-border projects, and I have experience in the manufacturing, tourism, financial, and B2B IT industries. 

The professional accomplishment I’m proudest of

I am motivated by the joy to produce advertising for wonderful service and products from person to person. My proudest professional accomplishment is winning the following awards 2018 58th ACC TOKYO CREATIVITY AWARDS: ACC Grand Prix, the Prime Minister’s Prize

The music in my headphones

Rolling Stones, Bruno Mars, Avicii, BTS, J-POP

A saying that inspires or guides me

Good can come out of a misfortune.

My hidden talent

Running, Fishing, Rugby, Pottery.