Akira Ota

Akira Ota is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in product planning and international sales. Currently serving as the Product Planning Manager at PILOT Corporation since July 2018, Akira Ota focuses on creating and planning new products for overseas markets to align with customer demands and company policies. Prior to this role, Akira Ota held the position of Manager in the International Sales Division 2 at PILOT Corporation from April 1992 to June 2011, primarily engaging with subsidiary companies and distributors across Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East. Additionally, Akira Ota was the CEO of Pilot Pen Middle East FZE from July 2004 to August 2007, overseeing agents in 13 Middle Eastern countries and managing a diverse team. Akira Ota holds degrees in Social Psychology from Tokyo International University and Psychology from Southern Oregon State College.