Shoko Masuda is dedicated to empowering leaders and fostering collaboration across cultures. With over 20 years of global experience, she broke new ground as the first woman from American Express Japan to hold leadership roles abroad. Today, Shoko is based in the U.S., where she runs a coaching and leadership development business. She blends her deep knowledge of the Japanese tea ceremony with modern leadership practices, focusing on mindfulness, collaboration, and the power of silence. In Japan, Shoko is committed to advancing women's careers by introducing American leadership approaches at Kyoto University and Showa Women’s University. In the U.S., she brings her expertise to the higher education sectors, specializing in team coaching to meet today’s challenges with success.