● Announcement of a Presentation at the 330th CFO Seminar
(Director and Economic Analyst, Japan Governance and Corporate Value Research Institute; Visiting Professor, iU)
I will be delivering a presentation titled “The Current State of Corporate Governance and the Roles and Challenges of Outside Directors” at the 330th CFO Seminar hosted by the Japan CFO Association.The event is scheduled to take place online via Zoom on January 19, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Please register with the Japan CFO Association.
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● Mental Health Care Service “Kimochi” Beta Version Released! Call for Users
(remental, Inc.)
We have launched the beta version of “Kimochi,” an online counseling platform! We hope you’ll feel free to reach out for a consultation—please don’t hesitate to use the service. Please access the service via our official LINE account! (https://lin.ee/PAKD5eS)
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● Launch of a Marketing Support Business Specializing in the Film Industry
(Media Incubate Co., Ltd.)
We support the film-making process by helping to clarify the story, engage stakeholders, and work together to build a fan base for the film itself.
● Free Video Seminar Released: “How to Create ‘Enthusiastic Customers’ to Support Your Startup”
(FanTree Marketing Co., Ltd. / Masashi Sunada)
The essential element for a successful startup… is a “passionate fan base”! To help you build one, we’re offering a free guide on how to identify key themes to focus on and the key people whose relationships you should deepen!
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● Supporting
the Development of Guidelines for Agile Development at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (Spice Factory Co., Ltd.)
Since our founding, we have been committed to promoting Agile development.We have recently been awarded the “Tokyo Metropolitan Government Contract for Prototype Development Using the Agile Methodology.” By supporting the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s Agile development efforts and helping to establish guidelines, we hope these guidelines will spread from Tokyo to local governments nationwide, contributing to the creation of new value throughout Japan. We plan to organize an event to share this information with everyone.
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● Commemorative seminar for “Textbook on Human Capital Management and Disclosure Practices,” which recently ranked No. 1 in its Amazon category, to be held on December 22 at noon
(Yusaku Matsui (Visiting Professor, Representative of the Forest Consulting Management & HR Forum, Certified Social Insurance and Labor Consultant))
“Textbook on Human Capital and Disclosure Practices Vol. 1,” published at the end of October and authored by Yusaku Matsui (Visiting Professor at IU and Representative of the Forest Consulting Management & HR Forum), has ranked No. 1 in its Amazon category for the entire period since its release. We are holding a commemorative seminar to celebrate this achievement. The content can be strategically applied to support growth after starting a business.
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● [Announcement: Free Online Seminar] The Latest Job Market Trends in Post-COVID Australia ~
(Working Holiday Career.com (J-Styles Co., Ltd.))
Australia is currently a lucrative destination for Japanese people. Mr. Endo, President of “JAMS.TV”—used by 90% of Japanese residents in Australia—will provide a firsthand, on-the-ground guide to life and work in post-COVID Australia!⇒ For details,
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● [Inviting 500 Elementary School Students and Their Parents] Become Santa! A Christmas Festival Where Kids Learn About Society Through Donations
(Tomoko Shirai, Representative Director, CHEERS Co., Ltd. (Representative, Mirai LABO Co., Ltd.))
The theme is “Let’s Be Santa!” This Christmas festival brings together 500 parents and children—from preschoolers to elementary school students—to learn about social issues and social good initiatives through the “experience of donating.” iU students are also involved as interns in launching and managing this project.
● We’ve launched a crowdfunding campaign to promote entrepreneurship education!
(Zero-One General Incorporated Association)
We have established Zero-One, a General Incorporated Association dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship education, and are currently conducting a crowdfunding campaign. Since iU and its affiliates have joined us as partners, we would be most grateful for the support of everyone at B Lab as well.
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● [Future of Media Project] Calling for Contributions on a Review of Media in 2022 and Outlook for 2023
(Media Incubate, Inc.)
With an eye toward the future of media, we’d like to hear your reflections on 2022 and your outlook for 2023.
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● Our company, Free Standard, has been selected for “100 Companies Shaping the Future Market [2023 Edition]”
(Shuui Kuroki, Executive Officer and CDO, Free Standard, Inc.)
Our company, Free Standard, was selected for “100 Companies Shaping the Future Market [2023 Edition],” announced yesterday by Nikkei Cross Trend. We were selected in the newly established “Commerce” category.While e-commerce has gained momentum during the COVID-19 pandemic, the e-commerce penetration rate for retail goods in Japan stands at just 8.78%, indicating that this market still has significant room for growth. Against this backdrop, our service “Retailer” was recognized for providing a new shopping experience on e-commerce sites.
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● NFT Media: Writers Wanted *Support Program Available*
(NFT Media)
We are “NFT Media,” Japan’s largest media outlet specializing in NFTs. We are currently recruiting writers to join our team, so if you’re interested in NFTs or writing, we look forward to hearing from you. We also hold regular writing workshops, providing a supportive learning environment.
● March Open Campus Event Confirmed!
(iU Admissions Unit)
Our March 2023 Open Campus events will be held on four dates: Sunday, March 12; Saturday, March 18; Sunday, March 19; and Sunday, March 26. In addition to mock classes and one-on-one consultations, we’ll be showcasing our projects—we look forward to your participation and support!We are also currently accepting applications for both the Comprehensive Selection and General Selection processes. Please be sure to introduce iU to those around you!
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● We are hosting an online symposium
● Introductory Course on Gemology and Identification for Elementary School Students and Their Families
(musooo)
A course designed for everyone from children to adults—planned through a collaboration between an elementary school student CEO who started a business inspired by a passion for gemstones and a professional gemologist (FGA)—will be held on December 26 and December 30. Participants will examine real gemstones while learning practical skills from a professional gemologist.
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