Gen Adachi is a renowned financial professional currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Director at Netstars Co., Ltd., a company prominent in digital payment solutions. [1]
Born and raised with a significant part of his education in international settings, Gen Adachi attended Munich International School e.V., where he built a strong foundation for his future academic and professional pursuits. He later enrolled at Keio University, a prestigious institution in Japan, where he pursued a Bachelor of Laws - LLB degree. [2] [4]
Gen Adachi's professional journey began in 2013 with Citigroup Global Markets Japan Inc., where he took on the role of Associate in Investment Banking, focusing on Debt Capital Markets. At Citi, he primarily engaged in stock and bond financing-related business activities, laying the groundwork for his expertise in managing complex financial instruments.
In 2015, Adachi made a significant career move to Goldman Sachs Japan Co., Ltd., where he served as Vice President in Investment Banking and later became the Head of Debt Syndicate. During his tenure, he managed an extensive range of financing operations for both domestic and international clients. Notably, Adachi's leadership in syndicate operations led to over 200 financing projects annually, showcasing his capacity to handle high-volume, strategic financial transactions efficiently.
In 2021, Gen Adachi joined Netstars Co., Ltd. as the Chief Financial Officer and Director, marking a new phase in his career. Netstars, known for its innovative payment solutions, appointed Adachi to strengthen its financial strategies and enhance its connection with capital markets. His role involves bolstering the company's governance framework, focusing on digital payment solutions like "StarPay" — a QR code payment service widely adopted in Japan. Through his expertise, Adachi is pivotal to driving the company's growth agenda and maximizing shareholder value. [1] [2] [3]