
Board of Advisors
Sean Nichols
Vice President, Business Development Unit
Entertainment & Consumer Business Lead
SoftBank, Japan
Sean Nichols is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, leading the charge as the Head of Entertainment Properties for Softbank Corp. Currently, he holds the reins at Jellysmack, Cameo, and Firework Japan offices.
With over 20 years of unparalleled expertise, Sean kickstarted his career as one of the first members of the NBA Japan office before become a pioneer in digital marketing at Dentsu, and subsequently, his journey led to founding a successful boutique agency that spanned the Pacific, bridging Tokyo and LA.
His journey continued as he assumed the role of Managing Director for Tastemade Japan until its acquisition by Mitsui Trading, Inc. in 2021.
Sean’s remarkable journey also includes spearheading the launch of Amazon Prime Video in Japan as Head of Business Development, and his tenure as USA Director for Hakuhodo.
In addition to his corporate endeavors, Sean’s on-screen presence shines just as brightly. He made history by being the only non-Japanese actor with a regular starring role in the illustrious Ultraman franchise’s 55-year legacy, alongside a three-year stint on the nationally acclaimed kids program, “Eigo de Asobo.” All this while trying his hand a Japanese comedy, Manzai, where he appeared on Nationally televised comedy shows and live performances.
Beyond that, Sean’s creative touch extends to producing the documentary “From the Shadows” and delivering the Japanese version of the global phenomenon “The Bachelor.”
A true visionary and multi-talented entertainer, Sean Nichols continuously blazes new trails and crafts compelling narratives in the world of entertainment.

