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Japan Innovation Night 2026: Discover What’s Next
Fireside Chat | From Boston to Tokyo: The Real Story Behind HubSpot’s Japan Expansion
Nov 5, 2026, 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM EST
at Havana Room

What does it really take for a Boston company to succeed in Japan? Nataly Kelly, CMO of Zappi and former VP of International Strategy at HubSpot, helped lead HubSpot’s expansion into Japan from the very beginning. Join JETRO for an inside look at how it came together: the decisions behind the move, the challenges and hurdles along the way, and the lessons learned. Whether you’re considering Japan as your next market or simply curious how a homegrown Boston company built a presence there, this is a candid conversation you won’t want to miss.

 

Featuring

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Daiki Nakajima
Director
JETRO New York
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Nataly Kelly
Chief Marketing Officer
Zappi