Our Philosophy
ShibuLA Ventures is dedicated to revitalizing often-overlooked regional communities. We build vibrant business ecosystems, driving economic growth and creating opportunities by identifying and supporting companies with untapped potential and providing access to essential resources and beneficial global partnerships. As an ecosystem development and venture studio firm, we’re committed to building flourishing communities from the ground up.
What Makes Us Different?
At ShibuLA Ventures, we’re more than just consultants – we’re partners. We believe in building trust and fostering genuine connections while embracing the power of partnership and providing an operator mindset to every project because we’ve been in your shoes. We don’t just provide research or recommendations; we take ownership and drive projects to successful completion.
With a strong emphasis on creating a positive impact and profitability, we aim to help innovators achieve sustainable growth while emphasizing collaboration and mutual support, ensuring our clients work with the right partners who stick with them until the end.
Our founder, Kevin, also runs Global Gateway Law, Inc., a legal office, giving our clients easy access to legal help, should they need it.
*ShibuLA Venture does not provide legal services or fees for referrals. Clients are encouraged to consult their own legal advisors.
Meet Our Team
Kevin M. Ninomiya, JD, MS
Co-Founder and CEO
Kevin is a bilingual (English/Japanese) ecosystem and real estate developer, venture builder, and U.S. lawyer. With a background as an engineer in the building infrastructure space and experience in commercial real estate, he later drove corporate innovation in PropTech (DX) and biomanufacturing (GX), collaborating with startups and SMEs to create new value at companies such as Daikin and Konica Minolta.
In 2023, he launched Global Gateway Law and ShibuLA Ventures to empower community organizations and businesses of all sizes to build ecosystems, innovate, and expand into new markets. He also advises at top Silicon Valley accelerators such as Berkeley SkyDeck and Bronco Venture Accelerator.
Yasuyo Shinzato
Director of Operations
