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BCCJ Staff
Sarah Backley
Executive Director
As Executive Director of the BCCJ, Sarah is responsible for the leadership, general management, and communications strategy of the organisation. Her role includes implementing operational plans to achieve Chamber goals and objectives, as set by our Executive Committee (Excom); delivering a great member services programme; and managing all BCCJ events and activities.
Sam Maddicott
Membership & Marketing
Sam is responsible for membership and marketing at the BCCJ, delivering up-to-date communications across 9 digital channels, working to serve members needs efficiently. A background in digital marketing has seen Sam deliver projects for a range of companies, from Japanese start-ups to high profile global clients such as Goldman Sachs and Guru Navi. Sam specialises in SEO, Content Strategy, Video Production.
Yousef Berouche
Events Coordinator
As Events Coordinator, Yousef will collaborate with vendors, members, and sponsors to produce and execute a diverse range of events. He will focus on delivering events that are targeted, tailored and informed in-line with the BCCJ’s objectives, hoping to further connect, and strengthen relationships between Japanese and UK companies.
President & Executive Committee
Introducing our Executive Committee (Excom) for BCCJ year 2024-2025.
Richard Lyle
VP Trade & FDI, Intralink KK | BCCJ President & Government Relations Task Force
Alison Beale
Director, University of Oxford Japan | BCCJ Vice-President & Communications Task Force
Junko Kubokawa
Representative Director, President, Croda Japan | BCCJ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion
Heather Prosser
Managing Director & Head of Sustainability, Morrow Sodali | BCCJ Responsible Business Champion
Ken Katayama
Individual Member | BCCJ Digi-Tech & Innovation Champion
Kentaro Kiso
President and Representative Director, Barclays Securities Japan Limited | BCCJ Membership Task Force
Keith Thomas
Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor, Associate Partner at EY Japan | BCCJ Membership Task Force
Nora Yamada
Assistant Head, Development, Partnerships and Alumni at The British School in Tokyo | BCCJ Membership Task Force
Mark Dytham
Founding Partner, Klein Dytham architecture | BCCJ Events Task Force
James Nepaulsingh
Individual Member | BCCJ Events Task Force
Rob Williams
Senior Investment Adviser, AP Advisers | BCCJ Events Task Force
Rob Peer
President, BAE Systems | BCCJ Communications Task Force
Nicola Vote
Individual Member | BCCJ Communications Task Force
Vivian Tokai
Individual Member | BCCJ Government Relations Task Force
Hideo Tomita
Senior Site Representative Japan, LSEG | BCCJ Government Relations Task Force
Christopher Hunt
Deputy Trade Commissioner for North East Asia, Department for Business and Trade logo Department for International Trade
Marie-Claire Joyce
Trade Counsellor, British Embassy Tokyo
Jim Booth OBE
British Council Director for Japan
BCCJ Support Team
Calum Kelly
BCCJ Volunteer
In my fifth and final year of the JET programme, I have joined the BCCJ to make new connections and prepare for my next career in business. I’m looking forward to meeting the BCCJ members, hearing about your experiences, and gleaning valuable insights. Being just a tad older, I’ve had a couple of careers already. Before coming to Japan, I worked in Criminal Justice and risk management. Please feel free to ask me about it, although I can’t disclose whether I put my barber behind bars.
James Paterson
BCCJ Volunteer
After graduating with a First (4.0GPA) in Economics and Politics from Durham University, I came to Japan on the JET Programme. Now in my third year, I am looking to launch a career in policy or business in Tokyo. It’s a privilege to be in charge of the BCCJ’s Weekly Roundup newsletter. I am keen to use this opportunity to learn more about Anglo-Japanese ties and support the BCCJ’s work in strengthening them.
Genevieve Schmidt
BCCJ Intern
I currently attend Temple University Japan, where I am majoring in International Affairs and minoring in Political Science. I have a keen interest in public relations and international organizations, so I am so excited to be a part of the amazing BCCJ team. Through this internship experience, I hope to deepen my knowledge of cultural diplomacy, Japan-UK relations, and international commerce.
Misa Yasui
BCCJ Intern
I am Misa, a senior at Showa Women’s University majoring in international studies. I am also a student at Temple University Japan, majoring in general studies. I am excited to be working as a part of the BCCJ team! I am passionate about creating a community of locals and currently doing volunteer work conducting events with elementary schoolers. I look forward to meeting people from various backgrounds and learning new insights!”
Amira Mosqueda
BCCJ Intern
Hi! I’m Amira, I am currently a third year university student majoring in international relations and political science. I am eager to be a part of the BCCJ team and support trade efforts between the UK and Japan. I hope to expand my knowledge of Government relations and sustainable development. My goal is to acquire experience that can be applied to my future career
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