Beginning as a restaurant service employee in Kyoto, he swiftly climbed the ranks, assuming diverse responsibilities such as Director of Restaurant Quality Control and Development and General Manager of acclaimed New York City establishments, including the Michelin-starred Sushi Azabu. As Director of Human Resources, he spearheaded a team credited with numerous accolades, propelling Plan Do See to become a sought-after employer, ranked 10th in Great Places to Work Japan. Sasayama's journey led him to diverse leadership roles, including Managing Director of Culture & Essence, Director of Hawaii, and Regional Managing Director of the West Coast, before taking the helm as President in 2022. Born in Kobe, Japan, he pursued his passion for soccer and holds an Economics degree from Osaka University of Economics.

Lilly Agnick, Plan Do See's National Director of Human Resources, brings over 20 years of HR expertise in the hospitality and retail sectors, having successfully managed HR functions for luxury hospitality groups in Los Angeles, Park City, and New York. With a strong focus on compliance, best practices, training development, HR infrastructure, legal matters, and policy and procedure development, Lilly provides invaluable support to the national management team while leading the HR management department with unwavering dedication. Her wealth of experience and strategic leadership ensure effective HR operations and contribute to Plan Do See's continued success.

Mitsuhiro Suda joined Plan Do See in April 2008, and he has worked for the company and its affiliates without any interruptions. In March 2011, after completing his initial training rotating through various positions, Suda was promoted to the position of Accounting Manager at the Corporate Management Department of Plan Do See in Japan. Based on his excellent performance and ability to work through foreign and domestic accounting systems to effectively integrate fiscal information from Plan Do See Group’s foreign and domestic subsidiaries, Suda was promoted and transferred to Plan Do See America to serve as Finance Manager to monitor, review, and consolidate Plan Do See America and its subsidiaries’ financial and accounting data for reporting the parent company’s management, as well as to U.S. as well as Japanese tax authorities pursuant to U.S. and Japanese regulations and Plan Do See Group’s internal financial reporting procedures; managing and monitoring Plan Do See Group’s capital investments in the U.S.

This passion for making a positive impact led her to embark on a fulfilling journey in the Hospitality Industry. In 2016, while in her senior year of college, Kylie began her professional growth as a hostess, where she discovered the foundational principles of front-of-house operations.

In 2019, Kylie joined PDS Hospitality as a server for Deck, where she honed her skills and demonstrated her dedication to excellence. Through her unwavering commitment and relentless pursuit of growth, she steadily progressed within the organization. From Supervisor to F&B Manager, Assistant General Manager, and presently serving as the General Manager, Kylie has shown remarkable leadership and a deep understanding of the industry.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Kylie finds solace in the pages of books and embarks on enriching journeys around the globe, exploring diverse cultures, tantalizing cuisines, and discovering new beverages that broaden her horizons. Her thirst for knowledge and passion for exploration fuel her desire to constantly evolve and bring fresh perspectives to her role in the hospitality realm.