Since joining Nomura, Ryan Ige has been a passionate advocate for inclusion. Outside of working hours, he has given lectures to over 1,500 participants both within and outside the company, including individuals from Japan, India, Hong Kong, Singapore, the U.K., and the U.S. As one of the few openly LGBTQ+ managers in Japan, Ryan is a trailblazer and role model, actively participating in internal diversity initiatives as a member of the ALLIES in Nomura Network. Beyond Nomura, he has appeared as a speaker at events hosted by NPOs and universities, and has been interviewed by local governments and newspapers, as well as featured in books, actively engaging with the wider community beyond the company.
