Based in L.E.K. Consulting’s Tokyo office, Yoshiro (Yoshi) Makita brings over 20 years of expertise in management consulting specializing in the insurance and financial services sectors across the Asia-Pacific region, including Japan and Australia. Yoshiro is known for his strategic insight into navigating complex business environments and has developed a reputation for delivering actionable growth solutions in rapidly evolving markets.
Yoshiro has led management consulting engagements for insurers, brokers, MGAs, other financial institutions and non-FS convergence players worldwide, advising on critical areas including growth strategy, FS convergence, digital transformation, fintech/insurtech investments, M&A, operational efficiency, and large-scale transformation design. His strategic approach ensures that organizations not only adapt to change but also thrive in competitive landscapes by implementing sustainable growth initiatives and digital innovations.
Before joining us, he held senior leadership roles at top consulting firms across Japan and Australia. Earlier in his career, Yoshiro played a central role in launching a Silicon Valley technology start-up, where he gained firsthand entrepreneurial experience, adding unique perspective to his client engagements.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Education
Undergraduate: BA in Economics, University of California, Los Angeles
