Brief Introduction

Kei Shimada is a Japanese-American entrepreneur, innovation trailblazer, and space-tech pioneer who is on a mission to make space accessible to everyone by 2040. As CEO of Sirius Technologies, Inc., Kei is redefining the possibilities of manned space travel and commercial services beyond Earth.

Professional Journey

Kei’s career has spanned global innovation roles across top-tier organizations including IBM, Dentsu, and R/GA, where he led digital transformation initiatives and built cutting-edge labs. He was instrumental at ISC Inc., Japan’s first startup focused on manned space travel, where he developed groundbreaking commercial applications for micro and zero-gravity environments. Now at Sirius Technologies, he leads efforts to build the infrastructure and vehicles to democratize access to space.

Highlights & Achievements

• CEO of Sirius Technologies, focused on commercial space accessibility.
• Former Chief Business Officer at ISC Inc., designing space services for microgravity.
• Creator of Japan’s national evacuation shelter database.
• Led the world’s first AI-powered classical concert at Ars Electronica, earning a Cannes Silver Lion.
• Developed a CES Innovation Award-winning smart speaker.
• Held leadership roles at IBM Japan, Dentsu, and R/GA, driving innovation at scale.

Core Expertise or Focus Areas

• SpaceTech & Commercial Space Services
• Innovation Leadership & Emerging Tech Strategy
• AI, IoT, and Digital Transformation
• Experience Design in Extreme Environments
• Global Business Expansion & Strategic Partnerships

Partnership/Collaboration Interest

Kei welcomes partnerships with aerospace firms, research institutions, government space agencies, frontier tech companies, and visionary investors who are committed to building the future of commercial space exploration together.

Why Partner With Me?

I bridge creativity and cutting-edge technology to solve impossible problems—on Earth and beyond. Whether you're looking to co-develop space-grade solutions, build zero-gravity experiences, or invest in the future of humanity, let’s break boundaries together.

Let’s Build Authentic, Innovative, and Sustainable Growth Together!

If you're a founder, ecosystem builder, or innovation leader looking to collaborate with one of Japan’s most active venture networks—let’s connect.

📩 Let’s connect and explore how I can support your journey!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keishimada/