Motherhood and Entrepreneurship: How HITO Adapted
After months of preparation—implementing operating systems, documenting processes, developing leaders, and attempting to hire the right people—the moment of truth arrived with the birth of my son, Kazuki. Despite our best efforts, the transition wasn’t seamless. As I mentioned in my previous blog, we had a significant setback with a leadership hire who began making […]
The Self-Care Awakening: A Working Mom’s Confession
My first year as a mom was a crash course in humility. I thought I could run two companies and be a new mother the same way I’d always operated – full throttle, no compromises. After all, life is just a series of problems to solve through trial and error, right? Reality had other plans. […]
My Path to Motherhood: From Adoption Dreams to Sperm Donation
Long before I chose sperm donation, my heart was set on adoption. This desire wasn’t random – it was deeply rooted in my childhood experiences in Japan, where I witnessed firsthand the power of giving children second chances. My parents owned a commercial painting company in Japan, but their business was more than just about […]
From Success to Solo Motherhood: My Journey to Having It All
I spent my 20s and 30s building my entrepreneurial dreams. After a few years of climbing the corporate ladder, I took the leap into business ownership, leading to my first successful company exit. With an MBA under my belt, I launched into my current venture. Success came through creating and growing businesses rather than climbing […]
