Edward Kuroki

Eddie is a strategic communicator, critical thinker, and development principal dedicated to fostering understanding through empathetic engagement in pursuit of a more just and democratic world.

With more than thirty years of leadership across academia, business, government, science and technology, and the non-profit sector, he operates at the intersection of innovation, diplomacy, and social impact. His work unites analytical rigor with human-centered insight, cultivating dialogue across cultural, ideological, and disciplinary boundaries.

Born in Japan and educated in the United States, Eddie has devoted his career to bridging cultures and perspectives, navigating global narratives with empathy, and advancing truth and democratic resilience. His multi-cultural experience enables him to interpret complex issues through multiple lenses and guide conversations that build mutual understanding amid difference.

As Senior Managing Director at a Boston-based research organization, Eddie leads international initiatives focused on knowledge exchange, intercultural dialogue, and peace-building. Through "ƐI-Terrace", a platform dedicated to the art and science of dialogue, he has facilitated over four hundred global discussions that strengthen community resilience and foster inclusive participation across generations and backgrounds.

He is also the co-creator of "Algorithms (Recipe) for Peace" — a framework that combines cognitive empathy, structured debate, and narrative reasoning to cultivate cross-cultural understanding and uncover truth in a complex world. In parallel, he leads a humanitarian initiative exploring the role of music and creative collaboration in healing trauma among war survivors.

Guided by a diverse circle of advisors, collaborators, and mentors, Eddie’s work reflects a deep belief in the power of empathy, innovation, and inclusive communication to shape a more peaceful and democratic future. Through his writing, research, and dialogue-based projects, he continues to build bridges between reason and compassion — helping others navigate complexity with clarity, humility, and hope.

For more information, you can contact Eddie at eiterrace2020@gmail.com.