Clients & Testimonials
Current Clients
Testimonials
“Gradient Consulting’s expertise in Japan has helped us build our business. Their strong relationships and deep track record have helped us increase our pipeline and advance many opportunities. We now have a deal flow of over 15 opportunities. I refer to Mike as our ‘secret weapon’ and our 'boots on the ground'. With his help we already have a robust reputation and have signed a top 15 company in Japan with many others on the horizon. We are very happy with our collaboration with Gradient Consulting and the Japan business we are building together.”
Adam Rice
ClimateAi, Vice President of Sales
“I was introduced to Mike through our investor Sequoia Capital who recommended him as a resource for us to work with. We leveraged Gradient Consulting’s strong relationships to meet with a number of Asia Pacific companies and within 5 months signed one of the largest companies in Japan as a customer. The customer is a perfect fit falling within our target industries. Mike's expertise was instrumental in not only acquiring this client but also in expanding our work with them. Thanks to our collaboration with Gradient Consulting, we now have a robust pipeline in Japan and Korea.”
Charles Wong
Bifrost AI, CEO
“In our journey to expand the horizons of our autonomous construction business in Japan, we made the decision to partner with Gradient Consulting. Under the guidance of Mike and his team, we have navigated the Japanese business practices with expertise. Their contributions have been valuable in bridging the gap between our teams in the US and Japan, fostering a synergy. Mike, in particular, has shown the ability to work hand-in-hand with our team members, driving forward our mission to deliver exceptional value to our customers.
Bibhrajit Halder
SafeAI, Founder & CEO
“When I first met Mike while at Deloitte Consulting in 2010, I was at Palantir and we collaborated for him to lead the first Palantir project at Deloitte which was for the U.S. government. Many years later, I introduced him to the founder of a startup and under Mike’s leadership as the Head of APAC, the Asia Pacific region became the leading region for the company. Mike has dedicated many years to Asia and has developed an approach that is a valuable resource for startups looking to enter and expand in the region.”
Trae Stephens
Founders Fund, Partner
“We thoroughly enjoyed working with Mike while he led the Japan and APAC business of one of our portfolio companies and were so impressed to watch him close deals across commercial and government as well as build successful long term partnerships with local Japan and APAC blue chip companies. We’ve continued to enjoy working with him and his team at Gradient Consulting and are confident that their experience will be a great resource for their clients.”
Marcus Otsuji
Geodesic Capital, Japan Country Manager
“Gradient Consulting provides a good option to CEO’s, CRO’s, and heads of sales who need to accelerate revenue in Japan and the larger Asia Pacific region. Mike is an experienced operator and his team can help navigate relationships, unlock opportunities, and avoid common pitfalls.”
John Kim
Amasia, Cofounder & Partner
“Mike and Gradient Consulting stand out among the few who possess the skills and experience to support startups to scale and grow revenue. His unique experience of working across and living in Asia Pacific, Japan, and the U.S. qualifies Mike to understand what’s needed to drive business in-line with U.S. leadership expectations, while also respecting the nuances of successful business practices in Asia Pacific and Japan.”
Craig Tegel
Founder of People Make the Difference,
Former Adobe President of Japan & Asia Pacific
“Mike has a strong commitment to applying the principles of performance and sports psychology to winning in the realm of business. We delved into the significance of visualization and creating everything twice, first in imagination and then in reality. In my work with him, I’ve seen him turn the imaginary into concrete success by achieving and surpassing the large revenue goals set before him.”
George Mumford
Teacher and pioneer in sports psychology and performance (Phil Jackson’s ‘Secret Weapon’ to winning eight NBA Championships, helped Michael Jordan transform his leadership, and taught Kobe Bryant to “just be”)