FEATURE INTERVIEW
Dr. Serkan Toto
Independent Web Industry Consultant, Hedge Funds, Japan

Dr. Serkan Toto’s focus has always been on technology, mobile and web industry. He joins our program today to share his thoughts and experiences in the field. Dr. Toto talks about where does Japan stands in terms of web industry and mobile technology, and compares Japanese mobile industry to other part of the Asia. We also hear about why does iPhone stands out from the crowd, despite the rapid development of other smart phones. Tune in to find out more about the future of location based advertising & marketing in this Japan Clicks program.

Dr. Serkan Toto is working as an independent web industry consultant for hedge funds, venture capital companies and technology startups worldwide. He is the Asia-based writer for the TechCrunch network, mainly covering technology and Internet companies from Japan. In addition, he is the current technology columnist for the Journal Of The American Chamber Of Commerce In Japan.

Serkan holds an MBA and is a PhD in economics. He is a German of Turkish descent and is based in Tokyo.

PROGRAM INTRODUCTION AND HOST

Japan Clicks

Japan Clicks is a program dedicated to exploring the exciting world of digital innovation, media and interactive marketing in Japan and the APAC region. Each month, Japan Clicks will bring you interviews, analysis and commentary with leading Japan/Asia-focused digital experts who understand where digital is today... and more importantly where it's going in the future.

Adrian Roche

Digital Lead,
Interactive,
OgilvyOne Worldwide, Tokyo

Host Bio

PROGRAM GUESTS

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Chris Palmieri

Designer & co-Founder,
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Jeff Lippold

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Vitaly Dmitriev

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