Meet Team Sasuga!
Helen Iwata
I’m the founder and president of Sasuga Communications K. K. as well as the creator of our courses and resources. I LOVE coaching our clients and speaking at events. My team members are such a delight to work with. We have lots of laughs on our calls and in Slack. When I’m not wearing my Sasuga! hat, you might find me practicing karate or kobudo, playing the violin, or attempting to do a chinup at the gym 🙂
Yumi Uemura
My background is as an executive assistant, ranging from supporting Japanese business executives to an ambassador to Japan. I support Sasuga! business as Helen’s Integrator and sometimes by being Helen’s “memory storage” 🙂 I’m passionate about food – both cooking and eating! What I love about being part of Team Sasuga! is that I get to see so closely how the business is growing and how Helen makes a difference in people. It’s also inspiring to see an entrepreneur mum be so successful and shining!
Chie Roman
I live in Manila, Philippines. Before joining Team Sasuga, I worked in an interactive children’s museum where I created fun learning materials for kids. I now help with Sasuga’s various online activities. When I am offline, I love to cook, read, knit, and tend to my little rooftop garden. It’s a joy to be a member of Team Sasuga! and work with Helen as she inspires and encourages other women to “live their most brilliant and joyful life!”
Heather Dobbin
I work with Team Sasuga! as an expert coach and member of the Steer and Cheer Team for the #LessEffortMoreImpact Movement for Women in Business (LEMI). I’m a globally recognized, ICF-certified transformational leadership coach and educator with over a decade of experience helping individuals uncover their true potential and align their actions with their dreams. My background includes working with executives, leaders and managers in large corporate and startup environments in Japan and abroad to cultivate self-awareness, courage, and practices for success, including communication and presentation skills. Outside of the coaching room, you can find me caring for my many houseplants, wandering around Japan, and in the gym practicing my kicks and punches.
Keri Iwata
I’m a registered Nutritionist (ANutr) and certified Personal Trainer with a background in period recovery and health mindset coaching. I support Sasuga! clients with their wellness, so that they can perform at their best and feel great even with a busy schedule. I’m passionate about expanding my expertise in hormonal health and helping clients overcome restrictive eating behaviors. Plus, I’m a biiiiiiiigggggg Disney fan!