Yukako Uchinaga
Yukako Uchinaga | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1947 Japan |
| Occupation | Business executive |
| Known for | Long-standing tenure at IBM Japan, founder and chairperson of J-Win |
Yukako Uchinaga (内永 ゆか子, born 1947) is a prominent Japanese business executive recognized for her long-standing tenure at IBM Japan.
Biography
In 1971, Yukako Uchinaga earned her degree in Theoretical Physics from the University of Tokyo. She began her professional journey at IBM Japan as a systems engineer, where she played a key role in both development and marketing initiatives.
By 1995, Uchinaga had advanced to become a member of IBM Japan’s board of directors. Her achievements were honored in 1999 when she was inducted into the Women in Technology International Hall of Fame. Additionally, in 2013, she received the Prime Minister’s Commendation for her contributions toward establishing gender equality in society. Uchinaga is the founder and current chairperson of J-Win (Japan Women's Innovative Network), a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering diversity within workplaces. Moreover, she holds board positions at Sony Corporation, AEON Co., Ltd., HOYA Corporation, and DIC Corporation.
During a 2003 oral history interview, she discussed the obstacles encountered by women working in technology fields in Japan, particularly noting doubts regarding their technical competencies. In 2008, at a Tokyo forum focused on inclusion, she underscored the critical role of diversity in driving cultural change within corporations.