Yumi Fujita

Yumi Fujita has a diverse work experience, starting with their current role as a Senior Engagement Specialist in Sustainable Investing at Robeco since April 2023. Prior to this, they held a position as an Engagement Specialist in Sustainable Investing at Robeco from September 2021 to March 2023.

Before joining Robeco, Yumi worked at Sustainalytics from 2014 to 2021. In their various roles at Sustainalytics, they were responsible for compliance in ESG research as the Head of Compliance ESG Research from 2020 to 2021. Yumi also served as an Associate Director in Product Strategy and Development from 2019 to 2020. Yumi played a significant role in building Sustainalytics' Tokyo operations, leading a team of 7 colleagues and achieving 150% of the team target in 2018. Yumi was also responsible for sales, account management, and advising clients on integrating ESG factors according to their investment approaches.

Before Sustainalytics, Yumi worked at Deloitte as an Assistant Manager in M&A Transaction Services from 2013 to 2014. In this role, they were responsible for business development activities and research on potential acquisition targets.

Yumi also gained experience through internships. Yumi worked as an MBA Intern at Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) in 2013, where they analyzed social enterprises' business models for their qualification to be listed on IIX's investment platform. Yumi also interned at responsAbility Investments AG as an MBA Intern in 2013, focusing on impact investing in Japan and conducting research on the fundraising market.

Yumi began their career at Citi, where they held various roles. Yumi was an Assistant Manager in Securities & Fund Services from 2011 to 2012 and a Personal Banker from 2008 to 2011. In these positions, they provided wealth management, financial advisory services, and conducted client relationship management and business development.

Overall, Yumi Fujita has demonstrated expertise in sustainable investing, compliance, product strategy, client relations, and business development throughout their career.

Yumi Fujita has a diverse education history. Yumi completed their MBA in Impact Investment from the University of St.Gallen in 2012-2013. Prior to that, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Law and International Relations from Hokkaido University from 2003-2008. Yumi also participated in an exchange program at Georgetown University in 2006-2007, focusing on International Development. Additionally, they hold a certification as a Certified Securities Broker Representative from the Japan Securities Dealers Association, although the specific month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.