Marek Lehocky
CEO and Founder of Kreston Proworks, Japan
About Marek Lehocky
Marek Lehocky is the CEO and Founder of Kreston Proworks, a firm based in Japan, providing comprehensive market entry support and professional business services for companies operating in Japan, the US, Hawaii, and other parts of Asia. With extensive experience in business consulting, Marek specialises in financial resources, tax structuring, M&A support, payroll, and company secretarial services. Over his career, he has supported numerous startups, managed large-scale projects in the financial sector, and led privatisation consulting in major Eastern European markets. Marek is committed to delivering tailored solutions to businesses entering or expanding in Japan and other key regions, focusing on efficiency and operational success.
Education & qualifications
Marek holds an MBA in Management, Strategy, and Finance from the University of Hawai‘i’s Shidler College of Business. He also completed an MBA exchange programme at Keio University in Japan. Earlier, he earned an MA in Intercultural Communication and Japanese from Comenius University in Slovakia. With a technical foundation from The High School of Engineering in Martin, Slovakia, Marek has developed a diverse skill set, enriched by his education across Europe, the US, and Japan.
Languages
- English
- Japanese
- Slovak
Experience
Marek’s career spans over two decades, with leadership roles in business consulting and management. As the CEO of Kreston Proworks, he has provided market entry and financial support services to foreign subsidiaries in Japan and other regions. He previously served as General Manager at Strata Works K.K., where he led market entry initiatives and managed financial services for foreign companies. Earlier in his career, Marek was an M&A Consultant for Dedak and Partners, working on high-profile privatisation projects in Slovakia. He also held executive positions at Yazaki Slovakia, where he oversaw operations and led a major expansion project.
