Kosaku Yada co-founded and serves as CEO of Westbrook Inc. with Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, making him both an entertainment company operator and venture investor, which is uncommon among VCs. He specializes in connecting major entertainers like Jay-Z and Will Smith with mission-driven consumer platforms, acting as the behind-the-scenes architect who translates high-profile talent into structured businesses and investment opportunities. Kosaku Yada co-founded and serves as CEO of Westbrook Inc. with Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, making him both an entertainment company operator and venture investor, which is uncommon among VCs. He specializes in connecting major entertainers like Jay-Z and Will Smith with mission-driven consumer platforms, acting as the behind-the-scenes architect who translates high-profile talent into structured businesses and investment opportunities.