Tsuyoshi Taira
Member
BOD
R and D meat
Japan
Biography
Previously worked in Semiconductor Division of Sanyo Electric, and Fairchild Semiconductor in the U.S. Went on to become Chairman of Sanyo Semiconductor USA. In 1996, established a venture capital firm, Tazan International in Silicon Valley. Numerous experiences as a hands-on capitalist, including raising Junglee(a search engine company) from seed funding.Junglee was acquired by Amazon for $ 210 million. He has been involved in TNP since its establishment in 2000. Appointed to the Advisory Committee to the Venture Support Mechanism “MINERVA” in 2003. Charter Member of TSUNAMI Entrepreneurs’ Club.
Research Interest
business management
