Morgan Stanley Reception in Tokyo

On December 6, the US-Japan Bridging Foundation and Morgan Stanley joined forces to host a Career Development Panel for our Bridging Scholars. Tom Mason, Executive Director of the Bridging Foundation, set the stage with a warm welcome, and David Richards, Chief Administrative Officer at Morgan Stanley in Japan, provided a captivating introduction to the firm, sharing his career journey and various pathways to employment in Japan.

Our panelists, Brandon Whittaker (Whittaker Coaching), Bridging Scholar Alumni Joelle Metcalfe, Leo Lee (Morgan Stanley), and Chi Mai Wong (Morgan Stanley), brought a wealth of experience to the table, generously sharing their insights on navigating the Japanese job hunt, working and living in Japan, and learning Japanese. Their diverse perspectives illuminated the path for our scholars, offering invaluable advice on securing opportunities in Japan.

The event marked a pivotal moment in the journey of our scholars, and we're grateful to have had such esteemed professionals guide them. A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in making this panel an indispensable resource for those striving to develop rewarding Japan-related careers.