Testimonials

A young man with curly black hair and a light beard smiling, wearing a black t-shirt with a pink and white logo and the word "peach" on it, standing outdoors in front of a green hedge and a brown building.

Kaoru Kagonoi, Founder and CEO of Global Mobility Tech Startup

Eriko possesses a unique talent for fostering openness and clarity in others. Through her guidance, both in our business ventures and on a personal level, I have experienced profound growth. Eriko has helped highlight the positive aspects of any situation and provide a broader perspective, allowing me to transcend the minutiae of day-to-day operations and focus on the strategic priorities essential to my CEO role.

  • Her coaching style embodies the Japanese proverb 'see the forest, not the tree,' guiding me to approach challenges with a holistic view.

    To be honest, my initial expectations of coaching, in general, were not high. Yet, Eriko's impact has exceeded expectations. Working with Eriko is a privilege, and her unwavering positivity never fails to inspire. She has an extraordinary ability to reignite my energy and enthusiasm.

A young woman with long dark hair, smiling and wearing a yellow sweater, leaning against a light-colored wall or locker.

Mariko McTier, Co-Founder & Director, Social Innovation Japan / Co-Founder mymizu

Eriko is the best! Her vast professional experience and intelligence, coupled with her unwavering kindness and capacity for care, distinguish her as a truly exceptional individual. She provides the kind of perspective and support that our society so badly needs.

  • What sets Eriko apart is her remarkable ability to recognise the strengths in others. She has provided me with invaluable clarity regarding potential avenues for growth and a more robust business model that not only aligns with our organisational priorities but also my personal goals as an individual. Eriko also shared insights and ideas from her conversations and experiences with other founders regarding potential opportunities as well as challenges when pursuing certain business models, helping us see other viable options, which I might never have thought about. I highly recommend you work with her!

A young woman with long, light brown hair, wearing a black top, standing with her arms crossed and looking at the camera.

Carmen Feliciano, Investor and Business Leader

I learned from Eriko the importance of clear goal setting and visioning. And with Eriko's support and insightful coaching, one of our personal dreams is now becoming a reality, sooner than I ever expected.

Eriko's unique strength lies in her unwavering thoughtfulness in both her words and actions. Her consistent reliability, dedication to her clients and genuine kindness set her apart. Eriko’s work is exceptional and needs to be shared more widely!

  • Nothing here!

A young man with dark hair, dressed in a navy suit, white shirt, and striped blue tie, smiling outdoors with blurred city background.

Kenneth Jeng, Global Venture Ecosystem Builder (Japan, the US, Taiwan, Thailand, Mongolia, Laos, etc.)

Eriko has been incredibly helpful, patient, and genuine, and I feel extremely lucky to know her. Eriko has helped me clearly articulate what I genuinely want personally and professionally, and then she has supported me to translate those insights into an actionable framework to make progress.

  • Eriko brings an exceptional blend of listening skills, empathy, and breadth of professional experience that I find rare. As a result, she consistently helps draw out perspectives and insights that I wasn't consciously aware of, and where appropriate, reframes the narrative to identify areas to work on.

    Through our conversations, I was also able to see my professional experiences in a different light - helping me reframe qualities and experiences that I thought were deficiencies as strengths. Specifically, Eriko has been crucial in helping me construct a much more compelling vision - and clear next steps - for my career, steering me away from opportunities I would have pursued out of hidden insecurities.

    Her guidance allowed me to build a much clearer plan for my next career transition in the short-term and develop a mental framework for deeper self-knowledge in the long-term.

    Frankly speaking, I believe almost anyone would benefit from talking to Eriko, especially young founders and ambitious professionals.

    Many people I see around me could significantly benefit from reassessing and repositioning their professional pursuits.

    Eriko embodies Kindness above all else, one of the three pillars - along with Curiosity and Integrity - that define her and Kind Capital. Thank you for everything you do, Eriko!

A woman with short black and blonde hair, holding a microphone, smiling, wearing a blue shirt and a white top, engaging with someone off-camera.

Reiko Suzuki, Transition and Wellness Coach and WellC Strategic Community Designer, former Consultant

Working with Eriko has been truly transformative. Her deep knowledge and expertise in wellness and coaching, combined with her sharp intuition, have guided me through the big picture of my life. Eriko's unwavering commitment to providing emotional and psychological safety is unparalleled, making every interaction secure and supported.

  • Her coaching has helped me build self-compassion and believe in and express my authentic self. With her support, I was able to realize my inner strengths and launch my own coaching business. If you're looking to take significant steps towards your dreams, I highly recommend working with Eriko!