Shoukei Matsumoto is a Pure Land Buddhist monk, author, and speaker based in Kyoto, Japan. He is an alumnus of the World Economic Forum's Young Global Leaders (2013) and a member of the Global Future Council on Leadership (2025-2026). Matsumoto has participated in the WEF Davos conferences 2022-2025 as a representative from civil society and faith communities, engaging in dialogues around democracy, technology, and ethics with global thinkers.

With over two decades of experience in Buddhist practice, Matsumoto holds a BA in Philosophy from The University of Tokyo and an MBA from the Indian School of Business, earned as a Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholar. He is the founder of Interbeing Inc. and has co-founded initiatives such as the Institute for Temple Management and the Future Monk School, applying innovative management approaches to traditional Buddhist practices.

Matsumoto advocates for inclusive and forward-thinking leadership, emphasizing intergenerational responsibility and the interconnectedness of all beings, encapsulated in his philosophy of "becoming good ancestors." He mentors corporate leaders worldwide, integrating mindful and ethical practices to create emotionally intelligent, inclusive, and sustainable workplaces. As a Visiting Professor at Musashino University, he leads research exploring philosophical and ethical questions related to artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and post-Anthropocene ethics.

In September 2025, Matsumoto's book "Work Like A Monk" will be published by Simon & Schuster, providing practical guidance on integrating Buddhist principles into modern life and work. Through dialogue between a businessperson and a temple priest, the book emphasizes mindful listening, interconnectedness, and simplicity, offering accessible practices for balance and purpose.

In June 2025, Matsumoto will be a research fellow at the Center for Science and Thought at the University of Bonn, investigating AI, Buddhism, and transperspective realism. He authored the international bestseller "A Monk’s Guide to Clean a House and Mind" (translated into over 20 languages), translated Roman Krznaric’s "The Good Ancestor," and hosts podcasts engaging global thought leaders. His work has been featured by the United Nations UNDP Signals Spotlight (2024), and he serves as a member of the Global Faith Council supported by the ONE Campaign.

Through his diverse roles, Matsumoto contributes uniquely to global discussions on ethical leadership, sustainability, and interconnected futures.