Kengo Takishima currently serves as the President and CEO at Baylor Genetics (BG). In his role, Kengo leads the organization to deliver high-quality genetic testing services globally. In addition to delivering genetic tests, Kengo leads the organization to drive innovation to transform people’s health management based on the development of new digital technologies.

Prior to joining BG, Kengo was responsible for leadership roles in corporate strategy, business development, sales & marketing, M&A, private equity, and turn-around management at H.U. Group Holdings, General Electric, Kaleido Holdings, and Mizuho Bank.

Kengo holds a Master of Arts in International Relations from Tufts University, The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, and a Master of Business Administration(MBA) from IE Business School (Madrid). He also completed Advanced Management Program(AMP200) at Harvard Business School.

President and CEO
Baylor Genetics
Houston, TX, United States

MBA from IE Business School
Madrid, Spain

MA from Tufts University
Medford, MA, United States