Toshihiko Kusakabe became the chief executive of the corporate venturing unit of Japan-based conglomerate Sumitomo and its subsidiaries, including Sumisho Computer Systems, nearly three years ago.
He has spent nearly 25 years employed by Sumitomo. Kusakabe first joined Presidio Ventures’ Silicon Valley office in 2003, five years after its launch.
He is one of 10 investment professionals across offices in Silicon Valley, Boston and New York.
Since its inception, Presidio Ventures has invested in more than 100 US start-ups at their early stage for a total investment of $200m. As a strategic investor, Presidio works with its portfolio companies to expand their business in the Japan and Asia markets.