Kumiko Shimizu
Kumiko Shimizu is a Senior DEI Business Partner at Amazon, serving the Japan, Australia, and Singapore operations. Kumiko joined Amazon initially as an Employee Relations Manager, where she contributed to fostering an inclusive culture from a Labor Management perspective.
Prior to joining Amazon, Kumiko had an accomplished career in the HR field at Panasonic, one of Japan's leading companies. At Panasonic, Kumiko gained extensive experience working in both the American and Japanese headquarters. She made significant contributions in HRBP (HR Business Partner) work, global project management, and driving DEI initiatives. Kumiko is strong advocate of DEI and led several LGBTQ initiatives which helped the business propel ahead of other companies and also helped improve the gender equity.
Kumiko has a deep understanding of global HR best practices and the ability to navigate complex, multicultural environments effectively. She also holds the Certified Benefit Professional and Certified Compensation Professional credentials, which she obtained during her time working in the United States.