Erik Akutagawa

Erik Akutagawa serves as a [Title TBD] at Wonsulting, bringing over two decades of high-stakes product and operational leadership to the executive coaching space. A UCLA-trained engineer, Erik has spearheaded strategic initiatives for global giants like Sony, Ticketmaster, and the NFL, and led technical operations for five Academy Award-winning teams.

Erik’s career is a testament to the "Vision to Action" systems he teaches. Despite six job transitions in seven years—weathering the Disney acquisition, reorgs, company bankruptcies, and the global pandemic—he successfully scaled his own trajectory from Manager to Chief Product Officer. This resilience, combined with his experience as Founder and COO of non-profit Baja Missions and two World Titles at the International Karate Championships, allows him to coach with a unique blend of empathy and elite strategy. By turning his own story of resilience into a roadmap, Erik empowers the next generation of diverse underdog leaders to overcome market volatility and master the high-stakes navigation required to land Director+ leadership positions.