In his new capacity as the Country Manager for Statista Japan, Kento Sugii embarks on an exciting and pivotal chapter in his career journey. His primary focus lies in propelling sales growth and cultivating strong client relationships, reaffirming Statista's commitment to excellence, and further solidifying its position as a market leader in Japan.

Japan – August 10, 2023. The appointment of Kento Sugii reflects Statista's commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and embracing top talent. With his dynamic leadership and data-driven mindset, Sugii will undoubtedly lead Statista Japan to new heights and solidify its position as a go-to resource for data-driven solutions in the region. 

His career journey is marked by significant achievements and transformative experiences. Beginning his career at SAP Japan, he laid the groundwork for his success. Joining Tableau in 2016, Sugii played a pivotal role in transforming teams, driving impressive growth, and earning multiple APAC awards, a testament to his unwavering commitment to delivering impactful solutions. With an exceptional understanding of diverse industries such as Retail, Manufacturing, CPGs, Tech, Media, Ad Tech, Business Services, and Transportation, Sugii possesses a unique ability to navigate various lines of business and tailor data-driven solutions to meet their distinct needs. 

“Kento Sugii’s expertise in data analytics and statistics has been instrumental in empowering companies to embrace data-driven decision-making, fostering success in today's competitive landscape. His visionary leadership aligns perfectly with Statista's mission of democratizing data and empowering organizations with valuable insights”, says Kit Foong, Vice President for Sales in Asia. 

As the Country Manager for Statista Japan, Kento Sugii will spearhead the Japan business with a strong focus on driving revenue growth and contributing toStatista's vision for expanding data accessibility. His enthusiasm for transforming businesses into data-driven organizations positions him to make a significant impact on Statista's presence in Japan and contribute to the company's global growth. 

Expressing his enthusiasm for his new role, Kento Sugii says: "I am eager to work closely with our fantastic team at Statista Japan to build on the momentum of data democratization that is already happening. Statista's cutting-edge solutions make it the perfect choice to address common data challenges faced by companies, such as data scarcity and quality. I am thrilled to contribute to their data-driven transformation." 

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