GB Innovators Lounge

GB Innovators Lounge is a free career consultation service for those who wish to work at a startup.

About GB Innovators Lounge

We aim to provide mid- to long-term opportunities for job seekers. After listening to your desired career and working style, we will only introduce you to jobs that match your needs leveraging our network of over 400 startups.

As a VC firm, we help our portfolio startups develop their management strategy and support them in every step of their journey. This enables us to also introduce you to exclusive positions, outsourced jobs, and side jobs.

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Deep Insight and Unbiased Advice

Because we work closely with startups on business and organizational challenges, we can offer practical recommendations grounded in reality. With no referral fees charged to startups, our advice stays unbiased.

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Vast Network of Startups

We will introduce you to the best position leveraging our network of more than 400 startups including overseas startups.

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Access to Exclusive Jobs

As a VC operator that closely supports startups, we also have exclusive jobs such as board member positions, side jobs, and outsourced jobs.

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Invitation to Various Special Events

You can participate in various events hosted by us in which our portfolio startups also participate to talk face-to-face with people working at startups.

Consultants

Expert consultants in startup careers, partnering with you every step of the way.

Yuya Namiki
IT
AI
Corporate Functions
Consulting

Yuya Namiki

Dedicated consultant and executive search professional with a track record of resolving complex organizational issues. Having managed teams across diverse cultural environments (foreign and domestic) and business cycles (startup to maturity), I bridge the gap between operational challenges and strategic management. I strive to serve as a dedicated career partner, providing insightful support for individuals at pivotal stages of their professional journey.

Issei Kokubu
AD
Entertainment
Marketing

Issei Kokubu

I’ve been deeply involved in the startup hiring ecosystem through various roles, including executive search, in-house recruiting, and VC. In my four years at GB, I’ve had the privilege of helping over 50 startups secure key talent and build their hiring systems from the ground up. Because I’ve experienced the challenges of both large firms and startups firsthand, I’m excited to walk alongside you and support your mission every step of the way.

Kojiro Tanaka
IT
AI
Engineering
Global

Kojiro Tanaka

With deep expertise in enterprise IT sales, I specialize in career consulting for the ICT, AI, and security domains. Having partnered with diverse organizations, from major enterprises to emerging startups, I offer uniquely tailored career insights that others might miss. I am particularly confident in driving high-caliber career growth within the startup space, bridging your past experience with your future vision. Let’s discuss your mid- to long-term career strategy.

Yuka Tsuiki
Deep Tech
Life Science
Healthcare

Yuka Tsuiki

Throughout my experience supporting professionals in Healthcare and Deep Tech, I have witnessed many bold challenges. Leveraging my background in supporting organizations across various stages, I aim to go beyond simple "matching" and truly align with your unique vision and the impact you hope to create. I would love to start with a brief chat to explore your long-term aspirations together.

Enrollment Process

Before you enroll in the program, we will first conduct screening/interviews to know your strengths, requests, and career plans to be able to make the best possible proposal.

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Application

Please fill out the registration form and submit the application.

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Screening

Simple screening will be conducted based on the information you provide.

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Interview

We would like to know your specific requests related to your career, conditions, etc.

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Enrollment

Opportunities to participate in events and join startups will be provided as necessary.

Apply to GB Innovators Lounge

We aim to provide mid- to long-term opportunities for job seekers.
If you are at all interested, please feel free to apply.
We look forward to meeting many talented people.