In this episode, I speak to Seiichiro Isoda (San), CEO, Southeast Asia, Wismettac group  

Wismettac Group aka Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd. In the past (西本貿易株式会社, Nishimoto Bōeki Kabushiki Gaisha) is a 109 year old Japanese import, export, wholesale and distribution company that mainly handles Asian food products globally. Wismettac Group has a unique corporate development strategy that they acquire a leading local distribution company to expand and grow their distribution and sourcing network.

Isoda san and I talk about:

His background and journey to Wismettac Group

History and background of Wismettac Group

Business model (invest, source, and distribute Asian food ingredient globally) and the global strategy of Wismettac Group

How the supply chain works.

Global expansion by M&A and JV and the typical size of the investment

Interest in food technology

Introducing Japanese food culture internationally