2026 Virtual Coaches
Yuko Takagi
Design Manager
The Coca-Cola Company
Tokyo
Yuko Takagi is a Tokyo-based design leader and Design Manager at The Coca- Cola Company, where she drives brand and packaging design across one of the world’s most recognized portfolios. She specializes in brand development, visual identity, and packaging, translating business strategy into clear and compelling creative solutions.
With over 15 years of experience across global organizations and multicultural markets, Yuko has held design leadership roles at The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo, and Suntory. Her work spans packaging, retail, digital, and integrated brand experiences, consistently balancing creative excellence with business impact.
With over 15 years of experience across global organizations and multicultural markets, Yuko has held design leadership roles at The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo, and Suntory. Her work spans packaging, retail, digital, and integrated brand experiences, consistently balancing creative excellence with business impact.
Her work has been recognized by leading international competitions, including the Pentawards, The Dieline Awards, and the A’ Design Award. Beyond her corporate role, she contributes actively to the global creative community as a jury member for major design awards, supporting and mentoring the next generation of creative talent.
Raised and educated in both Japan and the United States, Yuko brings a rare combination of cultural fluency and global perspective, enabling her to build brands that resonate across markets.
Raised and educated in both Japan and the United States, Yuko brings a rare combination of cultural fluency and global perspective, enabling her to build brands that resonate across markets.