Yuko Kidoguchi has joined APCO as a Director in the firm's Tokyo office. She brings with her more than 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on policy shaping and advocacy, media relations, corporate communications, and branding, as well as reputation and crisis management.
Prior to the appointment, Yuko was Vice President of Corporate Affairs at AstraZeneca Japan, where she oversaw communications, government affairs and policy, and patient advocacy. She also served as Operating Officer at Bayer Japan, and held leadership roles in communications, advocacy, sustainability, government relations, and market access.A
"Yuko�s exceptional track record in the pharmaceutical industry and her deep understanding of health policy, advocacy and communications make her an invaluable asset to our clients navigating today�s fast-changing global landscape," said Seiko Indo, Managing Director of APCO Tokyo. "Yuko�s ability to connect innovation with impact will help organizations respond to rising societal expectations and deliver meaningful solutions in Japan and beyond. It is a pleasure to welcome Yuko to APCO."
"I am thrilled to be part of the purposeful team in Tokyo," Kidoguchi said. "As public affairs become increasingly crucial in addressing societal issues and tackling business challenges, I look forward to working in partnership with stakeholders to help facilitate solutions to pressing problems of the time."
Prior to the appointment, Yuko was Vice President of Corporate Affairs at AstraZeneca Japan, where she oversaw communications, government affairs and policy, and patient advocacy. She also served as Operating Officer at Bayer Japan, and held leadership roles in communications, advocacy, sustainability, government relations, and market access.A
"Yuko�s exceptional track record in the pharmaceutical industry and her deep understanding of health policy, advocacy and communications make her an invaluable asset to our clients navigating today�s fast-changing global landscape," said Seiko Indo, Managing Director of APCO Tokyo. "Yuko�s ability to connect innovation with impact will help organizations respond to rising societal expectations and deliver meaningful solutions in Japan and beyond. It is a pleasure to welcome Yuko to APCO."
"I am thrilled to be part of the purposeful team in Tokyo," Kidoguchi said. "As public affairs become increasingly crucial in addressing societal issues and tackling business challenges, I look forward to working in partnership with stakeholders to help facilitate solutions to pressing problems of the time."
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