معرفی
Hironori Higashide is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Commerce and Graduate School of Business and Finance with continuous academic service since 1998. He holds a Ph.D. and MBA from Imperial College, London University, and completed his undergraduate studies at Keio University's Faculty of Economics. His extensive career includes serving as Chairman of WERU Investment Co. Ltd. since 1998 and holding various advisory roles with multiple companies and organizations.
Dr. Higashide earned his Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship from Imperial College, London University (1995-1998), followed by an MBA from the same institution (1991-1992). He completed his undergraduate education at Keio University's Faculty of Economics (1981-1985). His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both Japanese and international business education.
His research focuses on entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial finance, venture capital, and creative workforce management. Dr. Higashide has developed significant theories on entrepreneurial behavior, effectuation, multiple intelligences in entrepreneurship, and workplace happiness. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in startup environments and established organizations seeking innovation. He examines how cultural contexts influence entrepreneurial processes and how psychological factors impact business creation and growth.
Dr. Higashide's publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to entrepreneurship research, with recent work exploring cognitive aspects of entrepreneurial decision-making, social context influences, and cross-cultural entrepreneurship. His studies often incorporate Japanese business contexts while maintaining international relevance, particularly examining how traditional Japanese business philosophies interact with modern entrepreneurial practices.
- Member of External Evaluation Committee for NEDO's 5th Mid- to Long-Term Plan
- Chairman of METI's SME Innovation Promotion Project Steering Committee
- Member of University Accreditation Association's Accreditation Evaluation Committee
- Chairman of Japan Venture Awards Judging Committee
- Member of Cabinet Office's PRISM Review and Evaluation Committee
Dr. Higashide has advised numerous doctoral and master's students, with many serving as lead authors on collaborative publications. He has secured multiple research grants from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including current projects on intrapreneurship characteristics and Japanese owner-manager business models. His leadership extends to directing research centers and serving on committees that shape national entrepreneurship policies and academic standards.
He leads research initiatives examining creative talent development, entrepreneurial behavior patterns, and family business succession. As a member of the Tokyo New Business Council and various international academic associations, he connects academic research with practical business applications. His work with STEP (Successful Transgenerational Entrepreneurship Practices) highlights his focus on long-term business sustainability across generations.
