Kyle Okimoto

Founder

About

Career

  • Founded Market Junctions in 2016
  • Advisor to startups: Cadence (blockchain-enabled alternative investments), AltoIRA (self-directed retirement accounts), Aris Technology (robotic quality control laser scanning)
  • E*TRADE Financial: CMO, Head of Retail Transformation. Member of executive and operating committees
  • Merrill Lynch: Led Optimal Practice Model program for Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Management, led relaunch of Merrill Edge online brokerage, restructured financial advisor training program
  • Growth strategy consultant: The Cambridge Group – client experience included digital content, airlines, automotive, insurance, consumer products, apparel, pharmaceuticals
  • Kimberly-Clark Corporation (Scott Paper Company) and Avon Products: brand management and market research
  • Speaker: The Conference Board, Bank Administration Institute, Nielsen 360, Accenture, Bank of China, Edelweiss Capital (India), Samsung Securities, Nomura Research Institute
  • Author: “Will Wall Street Be Able to Earn the Trust of Younger Investors?” Harvard Business Review

Personal

  • Married, father of two daughters
  • Lost parent suddenly at age 11
  • Daughter diagnosed with cancerous leg tumor at age 11
  • Vestry (board) member, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church. Head of stewardship committee – record pledge drives two consecutive years
  • Top fundraiser for pediatric cancer, veterans’ and orphanage charities
  • Completed 27 marathons, 4-time Boston Marathon qualifier

Look Ahead with Optimism

Transformation and Growth Consultant
  • Captures insights for clients to own and act upon
  • Proven impact across industries
Practical Executive Experience
  • Drives collaboration across functions
  • Helps firms win after major disruptions
Listening, Empathy and EQ
  • Empowers employees and builds morale
  • Strengthens corporate culture and brand

We would love to hear from you!