Jun Kochi

Jun Kochi is a Japanese entrepreneur and business executive. He is primarily known for his role as the co-founder and former CEO of DeNA (pronounced "D-N-A"), a major Japanese internet company focusing on e-commerce, mobile gaming, and other online services. Under his leadership, DeNA grew from a small auction website to a publicly traded company with significant market share in the Japanese mobile internet industry. He played a crucial role in expanding DeNA's reach into various sectors, including social networking and gaming platforms. After stepping down as CEO, Kochi remained involved with DeNA as a board member and advisor, contributing to the company's strategic direction. He is also involved in other entrepreneurial ventures and philanthropic activities. His contributions have had a notable impact on the Japanese technology and internet landscape.