New Chapter: Yuki Kishi Appointed as Global Advisor to the Fintech Association of Japan

We are pleased to announce a significant leadership update regarding our CEO, Yuki Kishi.

After six years of dedicated service on the board of the Fintech Association of Japan (FAJ), Yuki has transitioned from his role as Managing Director to a newly appointed position: Global Advisor.

Yuki Kishi, CEO of YKBridge, newly appointed as Global Advisor at the Fintech Association of Japan

A Legacy of Leadership at the Fintech Association of Japan (2019–2025):

Yuki's journey with the FAJ has been instrumental in shaping Japan’s fintech ecosystem:

• 2019: Appointed as Director (理事).

• 2021: Promoted to Managing Director (常務理事), where he led initiatives to bridge Japanese startups with global markets and worked closely with regulators (FSA) to foster innovation.

Looking Ahead: The Global Advisor Role

While stepping down from day-to-day board governance, this transition marks a strategic pivot towards what Yuki does best: connecting worlds.

As Global Advisor, Yuki will focus exclusively on strengthening the ties between the Japanese fintech ecosystem and the global community. He will continue to represent Japan at international summits, forge cross-border partnerships, and advocate for Japan's open innovation policies on the world stage.

A Message from Yuki:

"Serving on the board of the FAJ has been one of the greatest honors of my career. As I move into the Global Advisor role, my mission remains unchanged but more focused: to build stronger, wider bridges between Japan and the world. With YKBridge, I look forward to accelerating this mission even further."