Animoca Brands Japan Appoints Kensuke Amo as Chief Operating Officer
Animoca Brands Japan, a subsidiary of web3 investor Animoca Brands, has named Kensuke Amo as its chief operating officer. This move comes as the company aims to drive growth in Japan.
In a statement, Animoca stated that Amo, who previously served as a managing executive officer at Coincheck and led NFT and new crypto asset businesses, joined Animoca Brands Japan as COO on Thursday.
“As a strategic subsidiary of Animoca Brands, Animoca Brands Japan will leverage its assets and network, including over 400 portfolio companies. It will also utilize its knowledge and experience in the Japanese Web3 industry to help Web3 become established in society,” said Amo.
About Animoca Brands Japan
Established in 2021, Animoca Brands Japan supports Japanese intellectual property and content holders in their global expansion within the Web3 field. The company received investment from Mitsui & Co., one of Japan’s largest trading companies, and partnered with Cool Cats Group for an expansion into the Japanese anime market.
Daisuke Iwase, CEO of Animoca Brands Japan, expressed excitement about working with Kensuke Amo and his expertise in Crypto Assets, NFTs, and Metaverse. They are prepared to take on various challenges at Animoca Brands Japan.
Hot Take: Kensuke Amo Joins Animoca Brands Japan as COO
Kensuke Amo’s appointment as COO of Animoca Brands Japan demonstrates the company’s commitment to driving growth in the Japanese market. With his extensive experience in leading NFT and crypto asset businesses, Amo is well-equipped to leverage Animoca’s assets and network to establish Web3 in society. This move aligns with Animoca’s goal of supporting Japanese intellectual property and content holders in their global expansion. Amo’s leadership, coupled with the company’s partnerships and investments, positions Animoca Brands Japan for success in the evolving Web3 landscape.