Ryuichi Sakurai

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

Ryuichi Sakurai is passionate about helping businesses grow across borders through thoughtful strategy and cultural understanding. Born in Yokohama and raised partly in Singapore, he developed an early curiosity for global cultures and how people connect across languages and perspectives. After studying political science in Tokyo and gaining hands-on experience in the insurance industry, Ryuichi moved to Seattle, where he deepened his knowledge of marketing and project management through business courses at a University of Washington. There, he discovered a new interest: supporting cross-cultural teams and driving creative collaboration through global branding. Now based in San Francisco, Ryuichi works at btrax, where he helps international clients navigate marketing strategy, project execution, and cross-functional teamwork. He especially enjoys bridging cultural gaps and finding shared values that resonate across regions. A travel enthusiasist who's explored over 20 countries, Ryuichi enjoys discovering cafés, playing tennis, and exploring trains and transit systems. Looking ahead, he hopes to empower small businesses to expand globally through strategic branding and marketing.