Hajime Hirose is a highly experienced technology entrepreneur, with over 22 years of experience in mobile and internet technologies, honed across the globe in places like Japan, China, Malaysia, UK and the USA. He founded two technology start-ups, managed as Senior VP at Ptmind, was the Vice President of the Software and Services Group at Pactera with operations located in Shanghai and London. He's currently the CEO at Alphaus where he's responsible for the company's growth and development framework.

After starting his career at Microsoft so long ago, Hajime has gone on to build a reputation as an astute mentor to young entrepreneurs, an angel investor and an investor/advisor to forward-thinking companies like MatarStars, EQIQ K.K., and Tokyo307. He's also an accomplished board member, non-executive director, and former Managing Partner at HyperEdge with expertise in strategic planning, digital innovations, and data-driven growth strategy. He further broadened his individual and institutional networks through his engagements as a mentor at Google Launchpad Accelerators at Google and an Angel Investor/Advisor at Tsunago, Symphony Creative Solutions, and EZeeBUY.

Hajime is an alumnus of Seattle University and enjoys traveling in his free time. He has a deep commitment to helping young entrepreneurs grow and thrive, making him a sought-after speaker and collaborator within his field.