Akiko Gotani joined JAFCO in 1989 after graduating from the Faculty of Economics at Rikkyo University. She has experienced a wide range of operations including VC investment, portfolio company support, and human resources. She has been in charge of HR support since 2018. Leveraging her experience in 6 IPOs, over 60 exits, and over 600 interviews with corporate presidents, she provides practical recruitment support tailored to the characteristics, business stage, and corporate culture of the portfolio companies.