Akira Mamizuka is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in global sales operations, particularly in the SaaS sector. Currently serving as Vice President of Global Sales Operations at LinkedIn since 2014, Akira has held several leadership roles, including overseeing the go-to-market strategy following the acquisition of lynda.com, which was LinkedIn's largest acquisition at a $1.5 billion valuation. Prior to LinkedIn, Akira held several positions at McKinsey & Company, specializing in marketing and sales, where notable contributions included redesigning commercial models for major Brazilian banks and telecommunications companies. Akira's early career included roles at Oliver Wyman and Pfizer, backed by an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from Universidade Estadual de Campinas.
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