Norikazu Eiki In 1979 he joined Ciba-Geigy Japan Co., Ltd. Since joining Bayer Japan in 1994, he took over as Bayer Pharmaceutical Director and Shiga Plant Manager in 1997. From 2002 to 2006, he was the President and Representative Director of the company, and from 2007 until 2014 Representative Director and Chairman of the company. Meanwhile,…
Yan Fan Yan is the co-founder and COO of Code Chrysalis, a software engineering training company with the mission of making Japan a software leader. Before Code Chrysalis, Yan worked in commodities trading in Singapore and as a software engineer in Silicon Valley. In 2016, she co-founded and served as CTO Of a coding bootcamp…
Iwao Yoshino Iwao Yoshino serves as Chairman and CEO of the company. Prior to founding MWCC, he was involved in several start-ups as CEO / consultant. He started his career working for Mitsui & Co., Ltd. in the chemical department. Iwao Yoshino received BA in Law from Keio University and MBA from UC Berkeley Haas…
Caitlin Puzzar Instagram | Facebook Organization – Background Born and raised in Liverpool, U.K. Graduated from Keele University with a BA in Criminology (with a competency in Japanese). Moved to Japan in 2016, and worked as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) and Vice Prefectural Advisor in Kumamoto City until 2022. May 2019 – Business idea…
Kota Shoji note | Twitter | Facebook Organization Kyoto University / GOALOOK private school Background Although he enrolled in the Faculty of Engineering at Kyoto University, he became interested in Buddhism after spending a year in Myanmar. After that, he transferred to the Graduate School of Education and became the vice president of the GOALOOK…
Estefania Sangama Instagram | Facebook Organization Kyoto University – Graduate School of Management – 2nd Year Industrial Engineer Background Peruvian Industrial Engineer with work experience in Logistics, Safety and Environment, and HR. She received a MEXT scholarship, joined Waseda University’s Graduate School of Commerce as a research student, and enrolled in Kyoto University’s MBA course.…
Go AdoOrganization Undergraduate School of Global Engineering Faculty of Engineering Kyoto University Background Born in Osaka Apr 2020 – current Kyoto University, Bachelor of Engineering While majoring in resource engineering (remote sensing) at university, working as a development member of the world’s first wooden satellite project. Business idea in short Compact cooling machine focused on…
Chihiro Takenoshita Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Organization Nippon Zoki Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Background I’ve been in charge of healthtech new business development since 2017 after working in sales at Nippon Zoki Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Graduated from ICU, MBA from Keio University, and currently enrolled in a doctoral program in public health. Business idea in…
Kentaro MishimaOrganization Sojitz Corporation Background Kanazawa University （Graduation 2021） （Major）Regional Development Study, Health and Sports （Minor）Economic, Management and Information course Sojitz Corporation （2021～） Infrastructure and Healthcare Division, planning and Administration Section. Business idea in short Mental wellness services that integrate mental support resources. Social issue to tackle | Business concept Social environment with an increasing number…
Takahiro KonnoOrganization TOYO INK SC HOLDINGS CO., LTD. Background Born in Fukushima Prefecture. After completing the Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, the University of Tokyo, he joined Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co., Ltd. After joining the company, he was involved in the research and development of solar cell components, automotive components, and…
Keiko Honda Keiko is Adjunct Professor and Adjunct Senior Research Scholar of Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, where she teaches ESG Investing to graduate students. Keiko also serves as a board member of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Recruit Holding, and a board member and chair of nomination committee of AGC (ex Asahi…
Hiroshi Naka経歴 Hiroshi Naka is a Professor at the Policy Alternatives Research Institute (PARI), the University of Tokyo. He joined the Ministry of Finance in 1983 and retired in 2018. He served abroad for fourteen years in various capacity including Vice President and Auditor General of the World Bank from 2014 to 2018. He conducted…
Toshitaka Sawamura | Senior FellowOrganization METRIKA, Inc. COO Background Studied sustainability economics at Doshisha University. 2013: Joined Persol Career (formerly Intelligence) as a new graduate. After launching a West Japan recruitment base in the Strategic Human Resources Department, 2016: Transferred to the first in-house venture “i-common”. I lead a consulting team specializing in mega clients…
Shinjiro Mita | Senior FellowOrganization eMotto Co., Ltd. Background Various music playing experiences (piano, oboe, drums, etc.) since I was a child. 2010 Graduated from Hiroshima University High School 2016 Graduated from Faculty of Science Engineering, Osaka University 2020 eMotto Co., Ltd., CEO 2022 Graduated from Graduate School of Frontier Biosciences, Osaka University (Ph.D.) Business idea…
Eiji SomeyaOrganization Hutzpah, Inc. Co-founder & CEO Faculty of Integrated Human Studies, Kyoto University Background Born and raised in Chiba Prefecture. Apr. 2017: Faculty of Integrated Human Studies, Kyoto University Nov. 2020: Analyst in Jacore, Inc. Feb. 2022: Founder and CEO in Hutzpah, Inc. Business idea in short Cohort-based Online Education Platform Social issue to…
Suguru SeoOrganization Computer Science at University of Toronto Background Born and raised in Tokyo. Graduated with an International Baccalaureate from UWC Adriatic in Italy. Currently finishing my B.S. with honors in computer science at the University of Toronto. Worked as a software engineer at startups in Tokyo and Toronto. Business idea in short “Zen x…
Hideaki SatoOrganization Background Business idea in short Social issue to tackle | Business concept Motivation
Shuntaro MiyataOrganization Project Leader of New Business Development, Omron Social Solutions Co., LTD Background Born in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture. Graduated Doshisha University. Joined Omron Solution Co., Ltd. with a high motivation to give back to the society through the field of social and infrastructural system business. Professional Experience: Sales and Marketing of traffic light…
Anna KasaiOrganization Labor and Social Security Attorney Office “Mikke” Background Engaged in labor support work at the labor and social security attorney office since I was still a student at the university. After that, managed HR operations including recruiting a nursing staff at the obstetrics and gynecology hospital in Tokyo. In 2021, open my own labor…
Hiroko Nakajima Phoenixi Advisor and Investment Committee Secretariat After graduating from Osaka University, Hiroko Nakajima entered Japan Finance Corporation because she wanted to stimulate Japanese economics by supporting starting businesses, to be “a town doctor” for small businesses. Hiroko was charged in more than 3000 judging loans for startups and small businesses, launching an entrepreneurial…
Yoshitaka Orita Photographer | Phoenixi Advisor and Design Consultant After graduating from university, I went to Sri Lanka. As a member of the Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers, I coached soccer in Kandy with members of the Kandy City Hall. After returning to Japan, I worked as a soccer coach and studied design. In 2005, I…
Aya Seike経歴 Aya Seike was awarded Ph.D. by Kyoto University in 2011 and is part of the faculty at Kyoto University, working at the Kokoro Research Center as a senior lecturer. I specializes in public health, medical welfare, and gerontology. My areas of research are stress management, psycho-educational support for dementia caregivers and people with…
Michitoshi Mori Launched a law firm with the philosophy of “supporting challenges”, after worked as a partner attorney at a law firm which practice area is a support for venture businesses. Have a lot of experience about legal issues for venture finance and IPO. Also supported a number of startups and jointed and launched internet…
Jumpei TakeiOrganization hakken INC. Background After leaving a general trading company, I started my own business two years ago to get excited about something good for a bright future and the planet. Acquired skills include business investment, accounting, business concept design, promotion, strategy consulting, HTML/CSS, Javascript, and other work. Currently, I have no home. Business…
Matsuo RyunosukeOrganization Kyoto University Background 2015/3 Graduated from Mie Prefectural Ueno High School, General Education Course 2015/4 Entered Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Meijo University 2019/3 Graduated from Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Meijo University 2019/4 Entered Department of African Area Studies, Graduate School of Asian and…
Kazuma ShinnoOrganization Faculty of Medicine, Kyoto University Background 2016- Faculty of Medicine, Kyoto University 2017- Founder, MSB in Kyoto, an overseas medical student exchange group 2019 Research Intern, Children’s National Medical Center, Center for Neuroscience Research, Washington, D.C., United States Business idea in short Web application supporting Orthostatic Dysregulation (OD) for future generations Social issue…
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Shinsuke GotoOrganization Sojitz Corporation・Group Governance Sect. Background After finishing master’s degree from the University of Kyoto,I joined Sojitz Corporation April 2020. At Sojitz Corporation, I have experienced the tasks of book keeping and a new business(Hassojitz2020,2021).At “Healthcare business program of Osala City Univercity”, I have learned the method of starting healthcare business. At “G’s Academy”,…
Chika MatsuokaOrganization FUJIFILM Corporation Background Born in Gunma Pref. | she was interested in business creation after taking an entrepreneur training course at Keio University. After graduating from the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, engaged in the development of three-dimensional touch sensors and flat acoustic panels at FUJIFILM Corporation. After returning to childcare leave,…
Shimon KurataOrganization Tokio Marine Holdings,Inc Business Strategy & Innovation Group Digital Strategy Dept. Background Born in Tokyo March 2020 : Graduated from Keio University Environment and Information Studies April 2020 : Joined Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd June 2020 : Tokio Marine Holdings Business Strategy & Innovation Group Digital Strategy Dept. Business…
