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Rena OtsuboRO

Rena Otsubo

Japanese-English Localization & Business Developme

On-demand
Amsterdam, NL
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Rena

I am a bilingual (Japanese–English) Freelance Consultant with 8+ years of experience in SaaS sales, account management, localization, and business development.
I specialize in bridging cultural and business gaps between Japan and international markets, helping companies expand globally and communicate effectively across languages and industries.

What I do

  • Japanese–English translation & localization: Not just word-for-word translation, but adapting content to cultural and technical contexts.
  • SaaS & IT consulting: Experience with go-to-market strategy, customer success, and technical communication in B2B environments.
  • Cross-cultural communication: Supporting European and Japanese companies to align on strategy, customer engagement, and partnership development.
  • Business development: Building long-term client relationships, entering new markets, and designing growth strategies.

My expertise

  • Japanese–English translation (business, IT, SaaS, technical documentation)
  • Technical communication with engineers, product managers, and international teams
  • SaaS go-to-market and sales enablement
  • Customer relationship management (CRM) and account growth
  • Market expansion and localization strategy

What clients say

Clients value my ability to deliver high-quality translations, accurate technical communication, and actionable strategies that directly support business growth. I am known for being detail-oriented, reliable, and flexible in adapting to client needs.

Why work with me

If you are looking for a consultant who can:

  • Translate and localize your business and technical documents
  • Support SaaS go-to-market execution in Japan and Europe
  • Communicate effectively with both business stakeholders and technical teams
  • Deliver measurable results in international expansion

…I would be glad to collaborate with you.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • Japanese

    Native or bilingual

  • Dutch

    Basic

  • Korean

    Basic

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • SaaS, Go-to-Market &
    Freelance Consultant
    DIGITAL AND IT
    August 2025 - Today (10 months)
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Providing freelance consulting in SaaS, go-to-market strategy, and sales support. Leveraging several years of experience in IT and account management, I assist companies in expanding into new markets, localizing strategies, and strengthening B2B relationships. My focus is on building tailored solutions that drive growth, improve cross-cultural communication, and support long-term business development initiatives.
    Business development Cross-cultural Communication Market Expansion Strategic planning Partnership Development
  • SaaS,
    Freelance Consultant
    August 2025 - Today (10 months)
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Supporting technology companies with go-to-market strategies and account management. Advising clients on SaaS adoption, sales enablement, and market entry in Europe and Japan. Providing consulting for cross-border business development, leveraging 8+ years of enterprise sales experience.
  • Docker, Inc.
    Commercial Account Executive
    January 2024 - June 2025 (1 year and 5 months)
    Japan
    Exceeded quarterly built performing pipelines in commercial segment. Managed and prioritized 4,600+ commercial accounts , driving engagement with enterprise-level organizations. Strengthened relationships with major clients (e.g., Chugai Pharm, DIP Corporation, Macromill) by delivering ROI-driven proposals aligned with business goals. Organized webinars and DevAI events, onboarded new resellers, and drove adoption of Docker solutions through 100+ client meetings per quarter . Reported accurate pipeline forecasts and provided weekly insights to global leadership, ensuring alignment with international revenue goals.

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Education

  • BA
    Dokkyo University
    BA

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