Josh Welch Joins the BCCJ Team as Communications and Digital Marketing Lead

The BCCJ is delighted to welcome Josh Welch to the team as Communications and Digital Marketing Lead. In this role, Josh will be supporting the Chamber across a broad range of activities - from creating digital assets and writing articles, to developing strategy for the Chamber's online presence. He is committed to strengthening member engagement and expanding the BCCJ's reach through a proactive storytelling approach.

Hailing from Stockport, Greater Manchester, Josh arrived in Japan in August 2019 after graduating from the University of Leeds, where he studied BA Japanese. He began his career as a Coordinator for International Relations for the Kagoshima Prefectural Government, and most recently worked at Nike. Now in his sixth year in Japan, Josh brings a multifaceted background, including a deep understanding of digital strategy and strong involvement in DE&l that will no doubt be a valuable asset to the BCCJ community.

Reflecting on his new role, Josh said: ‘My first internship was at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, so it feels surreal to have come full circle. I'm really looking forward to getting to know our members and learning more about their businesses and lives in Japan. From there, I hope to work closely with members to provide them with spotlights and opportunities to share their successes. With the UK Japan business landscape evolving rapidly, I'll do my utmost to ensure our members stay informed and inspired.'

We look forward to introducing you to Josh at our upcoming events which can be found here.