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The iU Startup Seminar: Your Pathway to Entrepreneurship

In a bid to empower aspiring entrepreneurs, iU (Information Management and Innovation Professional University), located in Sumida City, is set to host the "iU Startup Seminar." This initiative, supported by the Sumida Ward's specific startup support project, promises to equip participants with crucial business skills. The seminar focuses on four fundamental areas: management, finance, human resource development, and market expansion.

Seminar Overview

The iU Startup Seminar spans four sessions, each conducted by a noteworthy expert, offering participants the opportunity to learn and interact. Completing all four sessions qualifies you for potential benefits, including reduced registration fees for company establishment. However, to access these benefits, participants must obtain a certificate proving participation in specified support services, issued by the Sumida Ward. It is important to note that eligibility for the seminar and certificate issuance may differ, so guidance should be sought if you wish to take advantage of the offered measures.

Schedule and Topics

The seminar is structured as follows:

1. Management: Led by Hiroto Ebata
Date: August 20, 2025, 13:00-15:30

2. Human Resource Development: Led by Yusaku Matsui
Date: August 26, 2025, 13:00-15:30

3. Market Expansion: Led by Shiho Kato
Date: September 2, 2025, 13:00-15:30

4. Finance: Led by Ryuichi Nakajima
Date: September 25, 2025, 13:00-15:30

Venue and Participants

The seminar will be hosted at the iU Information Management and Innovation Professional University or conducted online for accessibility.

Eligibility to participate includes:

• - Individuals considering starting a business in Sumida Ward.
• - Entrepreneurs currently operating within Sumida, or those who are internal entrepreneurs aiming to establish their company within the next one to two years.

Certificate Issuance Criteria

Participants who complete the seminar may receive a certificate if they meet one of the following conditions:
1. Non-business individuals with a concrete plan to establish a business within the next six months.
2. Individuals who have started their business within the last five years.

Please note that if you are currently operating a business and plan to launch a separate venture, you may not be eligible.

For those unsure about their eligibility, inquiries can be directed to Sumida Ward’s Business Support Division.

Participation Fee

The course fee is ¥3,000 (including tax), with no charge for iU students.

Understanding Startup Support Initiatives

The iU Startup Seminar is part of a broader startup support initiative within Sumida Ward, structured to enhance the entrepreneurial landscape. Participants who successfully complete the seminar may qualify for reduced registration costs related to business setup. This initiative is governed by the Industrial Competitiveness Enhancement Act, focusing on essential business skills including management, finance, human resource development, and market strategies.

For further information regarding the benefits, please refer to Sumida Ward's official page.

Meet the Instructors

The seminar features a lineup of prestigious instructors:

• - Hiroto Ebata: A seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in marketing and digital transformation, currently serving as a professor at iU.
• - Yusaku Matsui: An expert in human resource management with a background in consulting for startups and established enterprises.
• - Shiho Kato: A former researcher for major cosmetics companies who now leads innovative initiatives in healthcare and product development.
• - Ryuichi Nakajima: A distinguished professor with vast experience in accounting and finance principles, guiding future business leaders.

Registration Details

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply through the provided registration form by August 1, 2025, at 18:00.

Organizer: iU Development Center
Supported By: Sumida Ward