On Friday, March 22nd 2024, SeiRogai’s COO, Rachel Leng, represented the Harvard Club of Japan (HCJ) in presenting the prestigious Harvard Prize Book to a deserving student at Hiroo Gakuen. This event marked a significant moment in recognizing academic excellence and fostering meaningful discussions with the aspiring high school students.
Harvard Prize Book 2024 at Hiroo Gakuen
This year marked Rachel Leng’s 7th year as representative of the Havard Club of Japan at Havard Prize Book to outstanding Japanese high school students!
In addition to the award presentation, Rachel engaged in a roundtable discussion with the students at Hiroo Gakuen. She was deeply impressed by the many thoughtful questions posed by the students, ranging from the value of a liberal arts education in the U.S. to insights on career development. The conversation was dynamic and insightful, reflecting the students’ genuine curiosity and their eagerness to explore new ideas.
As an alumni presenter of the Harvard Book Prize Awards and a member of the Harvard Club of Japan committee, Rachel wishes to encourage more students to think broadly about where they apply to college. She shared about the benefits of studying in the U.S. and living across various countries, encouraging them not to shy away from studying abroad and taking on new challenges.
Discover more about COO Rachel Leng’s involvement as a Harvard alumna:
Harvard Prize Book 2024 Winning Student
This year winner was Ms. Manari Hiruta (蛭田真成)
Manari Hiruta has distinguished herself through exceptional academic performance and proactive leadership, making a significant impact both within and outside the school. Excelling across all subjects, she has consistently achieved top marks, with a perfect GPA of 5.0. Her achievements extend beyond the classroom, particularly in the humanities subjects, where she has excelled in external academic competitions. In the 2022 World Scholars Cup, Manari earned top honors in several categories, including Debate, Art and History, and Writing, securing first place in Team Writing at the Global Round.
Manari’s talents are not limited to academics. She has made remarkable contributions as a leader in her class and extracurricular activities, while also expanding her horizons through volunteer work and internships, demonstrating her commitment to social responsibility. Her intellectual curiosity, deep analysis in English literature classes, and ability to communicate her insights make her a deserving recipient of the Harvard Prize Book.
| About the Harvard Prize Book |
| Harvard Prize Books (HPB) are awarded to outstanding students in the next-to-graduating high school class who display excellence in scholarship and high character, combined with achievement in other fields. Harvard Prize Books are presented annually in nearly 2,000 high schools around the world. In Japan, about 20 schools participate in the program. Prize Books are an important way for Harvard Clubs and Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) to help attract the attention of talented young students to the opportunities at Harvard College and studying liberal arts. |
More on the Harvard Prize Book (Harvard Alumni Association)
About Rachel Leng
Rachel Leng is COO and Co-Founder of SeiRogai, Inc., a Tokyo-based media technology startup and business consultancy, advertising, film & media production company. Previously, she was the Leader of Business Development on the Investment Management team at a Japanese private equity fund, as well as a Policy Analyst at a top think tank in Seoul, South Korea.
Rachel is an international speaker, multi-award-winning writer, former Miss Singapore titleholder, and East Asia specialist. She is a graduate from Harvard University (MA) and Duke University (BA).
Rachel has been profiled by over 50 global media on topics including entrepreneurship, cross-border business & leadership, cultural perspectives, and multinational careers, as well as beauty, travel, and wellness. Rachel is also active as a business mentor and advisor for various startups and entrepreneurship programs. She has been nominated by the Government of Japan for the 2021 INNO-vation Generation Awards and commemorated as the 2017 Best Mentor of the Year by the Government of South Korea.
About SeiRogai Inc.
SeiRogai is a Tokyo-based startup specializing in media production, advertising, branding, media technology, and business consultancy. Renowned for its diverse one-stop media production services, the company also offers strategic consulting services to businesses of all sizes. The team at SeiRogai, comprising seasoned experts from various industries, provides clients with a comprehensive perspective on their unique needs.
SeiRogai was selected as one of the top 15 companies among Tokyo’s selection of “Next Unicorn” startups by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The firm continues to lead in media technology solutions with innovative ventures like SeiRogaiTV and Global Virtual Travel to redefine the landscape of immersive experiences.
Company Profile
Company Name: SeiRogai, Inc.
Head office: Roppongi Denki Building 5F, 6-1-20 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 106-0032
Representative Directors: Samuel Yuen, Rachel Leng
Establishment: 2019
Website: www.seirogai.com
Business Activities:
- Media production services (including VR 360° technology)
- Marketing, advertising, PR, branding (including marketing planning/strategy formulation, brand development, image planning, product design, etc.)
- Online distribution services for TV programs and movies
- Overseas expansion support services (specialized services including market research, overseas expansion strategy/overseas market development support, startup support, etc.)
- Development, construction, and provision of VR distribution systems and DX digital platforms
