Executive Search in Japan

🎙️ Executive Search in Japan
Unlock the secrets of Japan’s elite hiring landscape. From C-suite strategies to cross-cultural insights, this podcast dives deep into the world of executive recruitment in one of the world’s most unique and challenging markets. Whether you're a global talent scout, a leadership candidate, or simply curious about how top-tier hiring works in Japan—this is your front-row seat.

🔎 Candid interviews, expert analysis, and the stories behind the headhunting headlines.

Co-host

Chase Stratton

Chase Stratton is a seasoned executive recruiter with over 15 years of experience identifying senior leadership talent across Asia-Pacific. Based in Tokyo since 2012, Chase leads board and C-suite searches for Fortune 500s, private equity firms, and high-growth startups entering the Japanese market. Known for his sharp instincts and diplomatic finesse, Chase has a particular talent for unearthing “passive” candidates — leaders who aren’t actively looking but are ready for the right opportunity. When not advising clients, he enjoys fly fishing, jazz vinyl, and mentoring young professionals in the expat community.

“You don’t just fill a role. You unlock a future.”