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Seminar on Alternative Organizational Structures

On November 14, 2025, Trustyle Co., Ltd., based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, will host a seminar titled "Are there effective organizations outside of top-down structures?" This event is organized through their community initiative, the Human Resources Library.

As organizations face challenges associated with traditional pyramid-shaped models, many find themselves grappling with issues like members waiting for instructions, overburdened middle management, and a disconnect between executives and their teams. This seminar aims to break through these organizational bottlenecks and explore new possibilities for effective organizational structures through collaboration and learning.

The seminar invites business leaders, HR professionals, managers, and anyone interested in modern work styles and organizational development to participate.

Context and Purpose of the Event

Many Japanese companies have embraced the top-down, pyramid organizational structure for years, which has long been considered the most stable form for harnessing organizational strength. However, this model has led to feelings of stagnation for some, as members become drained by a reliance on directives from superiors, and middle managers struggle in a bind. New concepts like Teal Organizations and self-managing organizations have gained traction, but some may still question their efficacy.

To address these concerns, the Human Resources Library will host this event featuring Yamada Hiroshi, CEO of Reisan-sha, a company dedicated to researching advanced organizations both domestically and internationally. The session will investigate what successful organizations that operate outside of a traditional top-down structure look like, supported by concrete examples.

The goal is for participants to gain insights that will expand their toolbox for organizational building and take meaningful steps toward foundational organizational change.

What Participants Will Gain

• - A deeper understanding of the fundamental issues inherent in top-down organizational structures
• - Successful case studies from cutting-edge organizations, both in Japan and abroad, focusing on Teal Organizations and self-managing structures
• - Specific ideas and hints that can be applied to their own organizational transformations
• - Networking opportunities with others who have a keen interest in organizational development

Event Details

• - Location: Human Resources Library (in-person or via Zoom for online attendance)

1-12-7 Nihonbashi Kakigara-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, WACROSS NINGYOCHO, 6F
- In-person and real-time online viewing options are available for attendees.

• - Date and Time: November 14, 2025, from 19:00 to 21:00 (Doors open at 18:30)
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Capacity: 30 participants for in-person attendance
• - Registration Page: Event Registration

Important Notes

• - Attendees must remove their shoes upon entering the Human Resources Library.
• - Due to space constraints, some attendees may need to sit on cushioned floors, so please be prepared.
• - Please refrain from business card exchanges or sales activities within the Human Resources Library to maintain a healthy community spirit.

Speaker Information

Yamada Hiroshi
CEO of Reisan-sha, Head of RDHY Japan Research Center. After working in consulting for talent development and organizational growth, Yamada participated in the founding of the B2B SaaS company, Saika, serving as COO. Since leaving in 2017, he has supported startups in establishing organizational strategies and established Reisan-sha in October 2021. Yamada engages in discussions with international experts on Teal Organizations and self-management, aiming to assist companies in establishing new organizational operations. He is the editor of the book "Everything Starts with One Person: The Power of the 'Source Principle' that Drives People and Organizations Towards Big Ideas."

About the Human Resources Library

Opened on April 1, 2024, in Tokyo's Ningyocho, this co-working community assembles professionals in human resources, featuring an extensive collection of over 2,500 HR-related books and boasting more than 700 members. Guided by the tagline, "Learn with friends to shape the future," the library fosters community and collaboration.

Location: 1-12-7 Nihonbashi Kakigara-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, WACROSS NINGYOCHO, 6F
Established: April 1, 2024
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