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Emi Fukuda

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Director of Operations at BEME Hospitality Co
📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Emi is the Director of Operations at BEME Hospitality Co, leveraging a multi-faceted background in talent acquisition, business development, and leadership. An MBA graduate from the University of Illinois Chicago, she is described by colleagues as a caring, positive, and fantastic communicator who excels at building strong interpersonal relationships and leading teams.

Her career demonstrates a clear passion for the hospitality industry, particularly Japanese dining concepts. She currently oversees operations for Torino Ramen and ICHI, drawing on previous experience managing and developing marketing for AO Sushi. Her personal introduction encourages people to explore these restaurants menus and reach out for catering needs.

She is excited to be part of a women-owned hospitality group, a detail she highlighted when starting her current role.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Director of Operations
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Hospitality Operations
As Director of Operations for BEME Hospitality Co, she leads all operational aspects for fast casual and full-service Japanese dining concepts, including staffing, budgeting, and guest experience.
Talent Acquisition
Previously developed and evolved the recruiting strategy for 38 retail locations nationwide as a Talent Acquisition Manager, demonstrating expertise in building teams and employer branding.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Director of Operations
BEME Hospitality Co
6-2022 - 1-2025
Talent Acquisition Manager
AKIRA/shopAKIRA.com
10-2021 - 6-2022
Administrator
Neelyx Labs, Inc
12-2016 - 10-2021
General Manager
AO Sushi
4-2014 - 11-2016
Marketing and Business Development
AO Sushi/Sea Ranch
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BEME Hospitality Co Revenue, Funding & Valuation – Key Contacts. Featured in Prospeo.io
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Education
2009 - 2011
MBA
University of Illinois Chicago
1999 - 2003
BA
Augustana College
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