Former Student Intern Appointed Director After 6 Years — Genero, Inc. Accelerates Its AI-Native Management Structure

Genero, Inc. (Headquarters: Ota-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Daishi Takeuchi; hereinafter “Genero”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mio Manda as a new Director. [Effective Date: June 19, 2026]

Genero is a digital agency that supports the transformation of organizations into “AI-Native” entities by combining open-source Drupal, Agile methodologies, and AI technology. Since its founding in 2003, Genero has provided strategic approaches and specialized expertise to address clients’ business challenges. By deeply integrating cutting-edge AI technology into organizational decision-making and daily operations, Genero has consistently supported the creation of resilient organizations capable of continuously generating value, even in rapidly changing environments.

Ms. Manda, who joins the Board of Directors, has been with Genero since June 2020 as a student intern. Over just six years, she has held key roles including Project Manager in the Development Division, Deputy Division Head of Development, and Deputy Division Head of Sales and Marketing. Her comprehensive experience across both technical development and customer-facing operations positions her uniquely to bridge frontline insight with executive leadership. With Ms. Manda’s appointment, Genero will strengthen its decision-making framework by fusing on-the-ground experience with strategic vision.

[Background: The Era of Leadership That Understands the Frontline]

Rapid advancements in generative AI are transforming how businesses operate and how people work. While adopting new technologies has become easier, the importance of understanding what is happening on the ground and making informed executive decisions based on that insight has only increased.

For Genero, which champions the creation of “AI-Native” organizations through open-source, Agile, and AI integration, having a leader with firsthand experience in both development and customer engagement is perfectly aligned with the demands of this era. Ms. Manda’s appointment marks a significant step forward in reinforcing this leadership model.

[What the New Structure Brings]

With the appointment of the new director, Genero will further accelerate the following initiatives:

- Advancing the creation of “AI-Native” organizations by combining open-source technologies with AI

- Strengthening decision-making by integrating insights from both the Development and Sales & Marketing divisions into executive strategy

- Building an organization that delivers value for both clients and employees

[Key Services Under the New Structure]

In conjunction with Ms. Manda’s appointment, Genero will further enhance its service offerings to support the creation of AI-Native organizations.

- monday CRM Implementation Support Genero provides end-to-end support for implementing Monday.com’s CRM, from initial setup to operational stabilization. We help visualize sales and customer management processes that are often siloed, enabling data-driven decision-making.

- AI-Native Training This training program is designed to drive business process and organizational transformation with generative AI, involving stakeholders from executives to frontline staff. Beyond tool usage, it delivers practical knowledge to make decision-making itself AI-Native.

- Kamihaya An open-source tool that digitizes analog workflows in one step, enabling digital modernization. Kamihaya integrates membership management, product catalogs, billing, and invoicing into a single platform, allowing even resource-constrained companies to scale rapidly without increasing headcount.

For details on these services or to request a quote, please contact us via the information below.

Profile of Mio Manda

Name: Mio Manda (Manda Mio)

Position: Director

[Education]

Graduated from Ritsumeikan Uji High School

Associate of Science in Business Administration, Merced Community College District (USA)

University of South Florida (USA)

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing

[Work Experience]

June 2020: Joined Genero, Inc. as a student intern

March 2021: Full-time hire, served as Project Manager in the Development Division

October 2021: Appointed Deputy Division Head of Development

April 2023: Appointed Deputy Division Head of Sales and Marketing

June 19, 2026: Appointed Director (current)

Mio Manda

[Message from Mio Manda upon Appointment]

I am honored to be appointed as a Director of Genero, Inc.

I have contributed to the company’s growth from various roles within the organization, including the Development Division and the Sales & Marketing Division. I believe my ability to view the company from both operational and strategic perspectives is one of my strengths.

As a Director, I will leverage this experience to further advance the creation of AI-Native organizations by combining open-source technologies and AI. I will also contribute insights gained from sales and marketing to executive decision-making, helping build a company that creates value for both clients and employees. I look forward to your continued support.

Under this new structure, Genero, Inc. will continue to comprehensively support clients in business process improvement and organizational transformation, striving to deliver even higher-quality services.

[About Genero, Inc.]

Genero, Inc. is a digital agency that supports the transformation of organizations into “AI-Native” entities by combining open-source Drupal, Agile methodologies, and AI technology.

We provide strategic consulting services across various fields, including business process optimization, organizational reform, and digital transformation, addressing clients’ business challenges with expertise and tailored solutions. From strategy formulation to talent development, we support clients by deeply integrating advanced AI technologies into decision-making and daily operations, enabling resilient organizations that continuously generate value and make rapid decisions, even in turbulent times.

[Inquiries Regarding This Announcement] Contact: Genero, Inc. Department: Corporate Strategy Office URL: https://genero.jp/contact

[Company Overview] Company Name: Genero, Inc. (English: Genero, Inc.) Representative: CEO Daishi Takeuchi Headquarters: Yamano Bridge, 2-5-6 Yamano, Ota-ku, Tokyo Founded: April 2003 Business Activities: AI implementation support, Agile organizational transformation consulting, digital marketing support, open-source system development and operation Website: https://genero.jp/