Haruhito Tsutsui

Evaluator
DISC Type : dcs

Board Observer at Alchemab Therapeutics Ltd

South San Francisco, California, United States

Overview

Haruhito Tsutsui is an Investment Director at Ono Venture Investment, focusing on early-stage life science startups. He leverages a deep scientific background, including a Ph. D. in pharmaceutical sciences from the University of Shizuoka and expertise in CNS biology and biomarker discovery, to guide investment strategy and manage partnerships with biotech companies across the US, Europe, and Asia.

He has an extensive background in pharmaceutical research, having previously served as a researcher in biomarker discovery and a senior manager in the Neurology Research Center at Ono Pharmaceutical. His work involved planning and managing research collaborations and drug discovery partnerships.

Unique fact: He has co-authored numerous scientific publications on topics such as metabolomics and biomarker discovery for diseases like Alzheimers.

Personality Overview

Hard To Convince

Thorough Evaluator

Fast But Analytical

They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service

Topics They Care About

Life Science Investing
As Investment Director for Ono Venture Investment, he is responsible for managing venture investments into early-stage life science companies.
CNS Drug Discovery
His expertise is in central nervous system biology, and he previously worked in the Neurology Research Center at Ono Pharmaceutical.
Biomarker Research
He has a background as a researcher in biomarker discovery using omics technologies and has published multiple papers on the topic.

Media Appearances

Haruhito has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2025
Board Observer at Alchemab Therapeutics Ltd
12-2024
Board Observer at Harness Therapeutics
4-2024
Investment Director at Ono Venture Investment
4-2024 - 1-2025
Investment Manager at Ono Venture Investment
7-2023 - 3-2024
Manager at Ono Pharmaceuticals

Education

2011 - 2014
Doctor of Pharmacy - PharmD from University of Shizuoka
2009 - 2011
Master's degree from University of Shizuoka

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Exp : 6 Location : South San Francisco, California, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Board Observer at Alchemab Therapeutics Ltd
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Insights For Selling To Haruhito

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment
  • Keep a professional, business-like approach; especially if you tend to get informal quickly
  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you
  • Don’t focus on relationship, focus purely on the merit of your product
  • Avoid making strong statements, instead invite them to agree with you by asking them questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Haruhito is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Haruhito

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Haruhito move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Haruhito take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

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