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Connecting the dots between sports, music, and foodand drink. We are dedicated to providing the worldwith products that bring joy to people, expanding thenumber of happy individuals around the globe.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) around theworld face challenges in finding successors. At CurlewisGroup, we focus on preserving and promoting Japan'srich food culture, which is highly desired worldwide,while also addressing these challenges. By doing so, webelieve we can contribute to the creation of a trulysustainable society. Our ultimate goal is to become thenumber one leader in this space globally.
Yasu is one of Japan’s most influential open water swimmers, particularly excelling in the 10km event. His dedication and continuous evolution have sustained a remarkable international career spanning over a decade, with plans to continue representing the Japanese National Swimming Team.
Yasu earned a spot on the Japanese Olympic Team for the 2012 London Olympics, making history as Japan’s first-ever Olympic open water swimmer and finishing 15th in the 10km event. At the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games, he delivered an impressive performance, finishing 8th in the 10km race, just 4.8 seconds behind the gold medalist.
Throughout his professional career, Yasu managed his own training, collaborating with various national teams, including those of Sweden, the Netherlands, France, and Germany. His Olympic journey has taken him to over 30 countries, establishing himself as a true global citizen.
After retiring from competitive swimming in January 2020, Yasu moved to Bondi Beach in April 2023. During this time, he worked with Apta Group, a boutique buyout fund in Sydney, and coached swimming at both NSWU and Sydney University.
A chance encounter with the Bondi Salties community reignited his passion for the sport, inspiring him to sign a professional athlete contract with a Japanese public IT company to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Dan has over 20 years of experience in education technology and the learning and development space. A solutions-focused thought leader and go-to-market expert, he is passionate about empowering individuals and organizations through the democratization of education. As a Strategic Advisor at Melbourne Business School, Dan provides strategic guidance and advice to MBS&, an innovation hub focused on the future of work and learning. His role leverages his expertise, insights, and vision to align education with career development and the evolving workforce. Dan also serves as an Expert Faculty member at Singularity University, where he delivers talks, engagements, and workshops exploring the past, present, and future of education, unlocking its potential in the digital age.
Throughout his career, Dan has demonstrated a proven record of success across key business disciplines, including go-to-market strategies, building business units from the ground up, channel and partner management, client engagement, sales, direct marketing, community building, and corporate development. He is a solution-driven, innovative, and proactive professional with a strong focus on achieving results. Known for blending creative ideas with logical analysis and follow-through, Dan excels at collaborating and communicating with diverse stakeholders and partners. Deeply interested in the ever-evolving technological landscape, particularly in education technology, Dan is passionate about how it can transform the way we learn, work, and live. As a qualified counselor, he has developed exceptional listening skills and the ability to connect with and understand people on a deeper level. His mission is to use his expertise to create meaningful impact and value for the education sector and society at large.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dan is a hip-hop music enthusiast, a dedicated foodie, and an avid fan of MMA sports.
Yasu is one of Japan’s most influential open water swimmers, particularly excelling in the 10km event. His dedication and continuous evolution have sustained a remarkable international career spanning over a decade, with plans to continue representing the Japanese National Swimming Team.
Yasu earned a spot on the Japanese Olympic Team for the 2012 London Olympics, making history as Japan’s first-ever Olympic open water swimmer and finishing 15th in the 10km event. At the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games, he delivered an impressive performance, finishing 8th in the 10km race, just 4.8 seconds behind the gold medalist.
Throughout his professional career, Yasu managed his own training, collaborating with various national teams, including those of Sweden, the Netherlands, France, and Germany. His Olympic journey has taken him to over 30 countries, establishing himself as a true global citizen.
After retiring from competitive swimming in January 2020, Yasu moved to Bondi Beach in April 2023. During this time, he worked with Apta Group, a boutique buyout fund in Sydney, and coached swimming at both NSWU and Sydney University.
A chance encounter with the Bondi Salties community reignited his passion for the sport, inspiring him to sign a professional athlete contract with a Japanese public IT company to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Dan has over 20 years of experience in education technology and the learning and development space. A solutions-focused thought leader and go-to-market expert, he is passionate about empowering individuals and organizations through the democratization of education. As a Strategic Advisor at Melbourne Business School, Dan provides strategic guidance and advice to MBS&, an innovation hub focused on the future of work and learning. His role leverages his expertise, insights, and vision to align education with career development and the evolving workforce. Dan also serves as an Expert Faculty member at Singularity University, where he delivers talks, engagements, and workshops exploring the past, present, and future of education, unlocking its potential in the digital age.
Throughout his career, Dan has demonstrated a proven record of success across key business disciplines, including go-to-market strategies, building business units from the ground up, channel and partner management, client engagement, sales, direct marketing, community building, and corporate development. He is a solution-driven, innovative, and proactive professional with a strong focus on achieving results. Known for blending creative ideas with logical analysis and follow-through, Dan excels at collaborating and communicating with diverse stakeholders and partners. Deeply interested in the ever-evolving technological landscape, particularly in education technology, Dan is passionate about how it can transform the way we learn, work, and live. As a qualified counselor, he has developed exceptional listening skills and the ability to connect with and understand people on a deeper level. His mission is to use his expertise to create meaningful impact and value for the education sector and society at large.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dan is a hip-hop music enthusiast, a dedicated foodie, and an avid fan of MMA sports.
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