Hotta Mineko

After working as a product designer for a major electronics manufacturer, he oversaw product design and UX design at a telecommunications company. He then served as a manager for product branding, marketing, and PR targeting the Japanese market at a global manufacturer. After joining Dentsu Inc., he was seconded to Dentsu Live Inc. in 2025 and is currently active primarily in the circular economy field. He has received numerous awards, including the iF Design Award, Red Dot Design Award, and Good Design Award. Certified Human-Centered Design Specialist by HCD-Net, Certified Ergonomics Specialist by the Japan Ergonomics Society. Good Design Award judge from 2022 to 2025.