Makiko Suzuki is a cross-border innovation architect specializing in Japanese and American business cultures. With 23 years of experience in a major Japanese corporation and time spent in Silicon Valley, she brings a unique perspective to global collaboration. After successfully leading a subsidiary’s ventures and achieving a 100% exit rate for investments, she founded ThreadsThrive, her consultancy, to help businesses bridge knowledge gaps for international success. Despite personal challenges, including living apart from her husband, Makiko remains committed to aiding entrepreneurs in achieving their goals and fostering lasting communication between Japanese and American companies.