Business Daily Business Daily Meets: Makiko Ono
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Feb 7, 2025 Makiko Ono, CEO of Suntory Beverage and Food Ltd, discusses her remarkable journey as one of Japan's few female leaders in the beverage industry. She shares insights from over 40 years at Suntory, including her pivotal role in the company's first acquisition of a French winery. Ono emphasizes the challenges and triumphs of fostering female representation in business and the importance of sustainability initiatives. She also touches on balancing product reformulation with consumer loyalty, all while inspiring the next generation of women leaders.
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First Big Success
- Makiko Ono's first job at Suntory involved acquiring a French winery, Chateau Lagrange.
- This acquisition required navigating French government approvals and respecting local traditions.
Never Give Up
- Yatimina hari, meaning 'never give up,' is a core philosophy at Suntory Holdings.
- Makiko Ono's career exemplifies this, including international work and navigating challenges.
Lucozade & Ribena Acquisition
- Suntory acquired Lucozade and Ribena in 2013, raising concerns among UK workers.
- To address this, Suntory prioritized keeping the workforce and found a new office near Heathrow.