Inoue Chizuru Appointed CMO to Enhance Global Talent Platform at Linc
Super App" that will leverage the data and AI technologies acquired in the recruitment sector to assist foreign workers through all of life's events.
To spearhead this new venture, Linc has brought on board Chizuru Inoue, who has substantial experience in online business with leading tech giants such as Microsoft and Apple, as well as leadership roles in digital operations for L'Oréal Japan and as the CEO of Merlin Entertainments Japan (parent company of LEGOLAND). Inoue's mission is to oversee both B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-consumer) marketing initiatives, focusing on user growth driven by the anticipated Super App. With Inoue’s expertise, Linc aims to elevate engagement within its foreign talent community and transform it into a highly vibrant network, thereby accelerating user experience innovations to establish the top platform for foreign professionals in Japan.
Inoue earned her MBA from Durham University Business School in the UK and began her career at NTT (now NTT West Japan). She then worked at Microsoft and Apple, where she focused on online business strategies. At L'Oréal Japan, she led the launch of e-commerce initiatives for luxury cosmetics and managed brand development. Later, she held the role of Executive Officer at Triumph International Japan and served as president of Maya System Corporation before joining Merlin Entertainments Japan as president in 2022, where she oversaw operations for attractions like the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Tokyo and Osaka and Madame Tussauds Tokyo. With extensive experience in community building, customer experience, and strategic partnerships across both B2C and B2B sectors, Inoue also contributes to education as chairperson of the Shimane IT Design College and is an international ultra-trail runner champion.
Inoue expressed her excitement about joining Linc as CMO, highlighting her eagerness to contribute meaningfully to society. Having been involved in IT, digital businesses, and startup launches in both Japan and internationally, she wishes to leverage her skills to support talent development. Through her experience in educational management and regional revitalization, she discovered Linc’s strong network with Japanese language schools.
At Linc, a diverse group of members from various nationalities and backgrounds come together with a shared goal: to transform the lives of foreign workers in Japan. Inoue is committed to utilizing technology, particularly AI, to establish a platform that provides comprehensive support for foreign talent’s life events. She believes her role is to enhance this vision through marketing and user growth strategies, enabling foreign workers to genuinely feel that coming to Japan was a beneficial choice. Together with her team, Inoue intends to bravely tackle challenges and contribute to creating a diverse and inclusive society, which is Linc’s ultimate goal.
Linc is dedicated to maximizing the experience of foreign professionals in Japan. The company specializes in providing comprehensive support across learning, employment, and daily life. Operating Japan's largest global talent community, Linc leverages AI technology through its recruitment management platform, Global Hub.
Company: Linc, Inc.
CEO: Nakashima Haruka
Location: 4F Koike Building 1-7-4 Uchikanda, Chiyoda, Tokyo
Website: linc-info.com
Global Hub Site: linccareer.com
For media inquiries, please contact:
Public Relations Department, Linc, Inc.
E-mail: [email protected]
To spearhead this new venture, Linc has brought on board Chizuru Inoue, who has substantial experience in online business with leading tech giants such as Microsoft and Apple, as well as leadership roles in digital operations for L'Oréal Japan and as the CEO of Merlin Entertainments Japan (parent company of LEGOLAND). Inoue's mission is to oversee both B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-consumer) marketing initiatives, focusing on user growth driven by the anticipated Super App. With Inoue’s expertise, Linc aims to elevate engagement within its foreign talent community and transform it into a highly vibrant network, thereby accelerating user experience innovations to establish the top platform for foreign professionals in Japan.
Chizuru Inoue's Profile
Inoue earned her MBA from Durham University Business School in the UK and began her career at NTT (now NTT West Japan). She then worked at Microsoft and Apple, where she focused on online business strategies. At L'Oréal Japan, she led the launch of e-commerce initiatives for luxury cosmetics and managed brand development. Later, she held the role of Executive Officer at Triumph International Japan and served as president of Maya System Corporation before joining Merlin Entertainments Japan as president in 2022, where she oversaw operations for attractions like the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Tokyo and Osaka and Madame Tussauds Tokyo. With extensive experience in community building, customer experience, and strategic partnerships across both B2C and B2B sectors, Inoue also contributes to education as chairperson of the Shimane IT Design College and is an international ultra-trail runner champion.
Inoue Chizuru’s Comments
Inoue expressed her excitement about joining Linc as CMO, highlighting her eagerness to contribute meaningfully to society. Having been involved in IT, digital businesses, and startup launches in both Japan and internationally, she wishes to leverage her skills to support talent development. Through her experience in educational management and regional revitalization, she discovered Linc’s strong network with Japanese language schools.
At Linc, a diverse group of members from various nationalities and backgrounds come together with a shared goal: to transform the lives of foreign workers in Japan. Inoue is committed to utilizing technology, particularly AI, to establish a platform that provides comprehensive support for foreign talent’s life events. She believes her role is to enhance this vision through marketing and user growth strategies, enabling foreign workers to genuinely feel that coming to Japan was a beneficial choice. Together with her team, Inoue intends to bravely tackle challenges and contribute to creating a diverse and inclusive society, which is Linc’s ultimate goal.
About Linc, Inc.
Linc is dedicated to maximizing the experience of foreign professionals in Japan. The company specializes in providing comprehensive support across learning, employment, and daily life. Operating Japan's largest global talent community, Linc leverages AI technology through its recruitment management platform, Global Hub.
Company: Linc, Inc.
CEO: Nakashima Haruka
Location: 4F Koike Building 1-7-4 Uchikanda, Chiyoda, Tokyo
Website: linc-info.com
Global Hub Site: linccareer.com
For media inquiries, please contact:
Public Relations Department, Linc, Inc.
E-mail: [email protected]
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