Keiko Shimada

Keiko Shimada develops and executes talent strategies to help senior executives and boards navigate market uncertainties and realize growth. Based in Tokyo, Keiko leverages her abundant pre- and post-deal M&A consulting experience to help firms solve their ongoing leadership challenges. She has a particular focus on retention, selection and succession of leaders, as well as on governance support. Keiko also has a strong passion for supporting female leaders and candidates during the executive search process.

Keiko joined Russell Reynolds Associates from Mercer Japan, where she served as a board director, COO and interim CEO after starting as an associate. She also served as head of global M&A consulting and head of the multinational client group. Keiko began her career as a human resources specialist at a Japanese manufacturing company, where she focused on talent acquisition, talent management and talent development.