Takeshi Sano is a highly-educated and experienced business professional with expertise in management, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals. Sano obtained a Ph.D. candidate degree in Management of Technology from the University of Tokyo, as well as a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Hokkaido University, and an MS in Pharmacology from the same institution.

Over the years, Sano has held a number of key positions, including Director of Business Development at DeNA's Healthcare Division, Senior Manager of International Affairs at the Institute of Health Economics and Policy, and Director of Corporate Strategy at Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. He has also served as Director of Japanese policy and relations at the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA), where he was responsible for coordinating the Japanese pharmaceutical industry's input into global healthcare initiatives.

Currently, Sano is serving as the Managing Supervisor at DNP Dainippon Printing Co., Ltd., where he oversees the company's strategic management and development initiatives. With his extensive knowledge of the healthcare industry, pharmaceuticals, and business management, Sano is well-positioned to continue making valuable contributions to the organizations he serves.