Kunimasa Akasaka Director-Foreign Direct Investment

New York State Department Economic Development

2000-Present Director-Foreign Investment, International Division New York State Department of Economic Development 1992-2000 Director-Asian Investment Attraction & Asian Business Relations, International Division New York State Department of Economic Development 1986-1992 Manager-Asian Investment Attraction & Asian Business Relations, International Division New York State Department of Economic Development B.A. Japanese Literature, Kyoto University, transferred to Kokugakuin University to complete the B.A. diploma course.

About Empire State Development

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mpire State Development(ESD) is New York State's lead economic development agency. The organization, with co-headquarters in Albany, Buffalo and New York City, is supported by a network of additional ESD locations throughout the state and around the world. Empire State Development is committed to being recognized on a global scale as the economic development engine driving job growth, strategic investment and prosperity in New York State. ESD is intent on paving the way for New York State to become the leader of the innovation economy and one of the most business friendly, productive and competitive economic development climates in the world.

International Division Vision Statement To supplement New York State's (NYS) economic leadership with international trade and investment initiatives that improve global competitiveness for New York State companies. Mission
To help New York State companies increase exports and expand the visibility of their business in the global marketplace.
To develop and maintain our valuable network of partners worldwide to attract foreign direct investment and create jobs for New Yorkers.
To simplify the process of international trade from New York State. For more information, contact us at 1 800-STATE-NY or visit www.empire.state.ny.us.