OnBoard Corporation Announces Free Seminars for Women Executive Officers in 2025

OnBoard Corporation's New Seminar Series for Women Executives in 2025

OnBoard Corporation is delighted to announce the launch of its seminar series dedicated to the training and introduction of female executive officers. The company has set a strong focus on breaking barriers in corporate governance and enhancing female representation in leadership roles. For 2025, OnBoard will continue to facilitate free introductory seminars alongside a comprehensive series aimed at experienced participants.

1. Free Introduction Seminar

Title: How to Become an Outside Director? – Desired Qualities and Defined Steps for 2025

- Date and Time: May 28, 2025, from 14:00 to 14:40
- Speakers: Naoko Koshii (CEO, OnBoard) and Kaoru Matsuzawa (CEO, OnBoard)
- Overview:

The representation of female executive officers in listed companies was reported to be at 12.5% in 2024. With institutional investors revising their voting standards and the Japanese government aiming for a 30% target of women in principal positions by 2030, the demand for female executive leadership is steadily increasing. However, many candidates face obstacles when trying to secure their first executive role. This seminar will discuss the essential qualities currently sought in candidates and the steps to achieve a directorship.
While the content is tailored towards women executive officers, individuals of any gender contemplating a transition to outside director roles are encouraged to attend. The session serves as a foundational introductory seminar of the OnBoard series for the current year, providing insights into the upcoming Women's Outside Director Practice Seminar for 2025.
It's notable that this seminar is an updated version of last year's “How to Become an Outside Director? – Desired Qualities and Defined Steps for 2024,” maintaining a similar core content. Attendees from last year’s session are advised accordingly.

2. Practical Seminar for Women Outside Directors 2025

- Detailed Page: Practical Seminar Details
- Schedule: July 2025 to February 2026, from 14:00 – 15:00 (2nd session: 14:00 – 15:15, 7th session: 18:30 – 20:30)
- Speakers:

- Session 1: Responsibilities and Obligations of Legal Directors and Auditors – Kaoru Matsuzawa (CEO, OnBoard)
- Session 2: Panel Discussion - Expectations for Outside Directors from Shareholders and Internal Directors
- Shohei Omote (Chairman at Medley)
- Reiko Kusunose (Independent Outside Director at Teijin, Bunka Shutter, NIPPO)
- Kaoru Kobu (Head of ESG at Invesco Asset Management)
- Session 3: Fundamentals of Accounting - Essential Financial and Accounting Knowledge for Outside Directors
- Tsubasa Kato (VP of Finance, OnBoard)
- Session 4: Dual Management for Enhancing Corporate Value
- Naokatsu Kimura (Managing Director at IGPI)
- Session 5: Practical Accounting - Contributing Financial and Accounting Knowledge at the Board Level
- Tsubasa Kato (VP of Finance, OnBoard)
- Session 6: Questioning the Existence of Outside Directors - Alarm for Governance Reform Becoming Formalistic
- Sakon Uda (Chairman and Outside Director at Hokkoku Financial Holdings)
- Session 7: Networking and Discussion Session – Troubleshooting Panel for Outside Directors
- Saeko Arai (Representative of Acure, CPA)
- Kumi Ito (Representative of Office KITO, Outside Director at Ryohin Keikaku)
- Kaoru Matsuzawa (CEO, OnBoard)
- Naoko Koshii (CEO, OnBoard)

- Overview:

The well-received OnBoard continuous seminar series has undergone a renewal for 2025. This program is structured to cater to women aiming for outside director positions, encompassing both foundational and practical components. The foundational section delves into the legal and accounting essentials for outside directors, while the practical section invites experienced directors and specialists to share insights on the realities of outside director roles. By attending the entire series, participants can grasp the nuanced practicalities of executive duties and how they can leverage their expertise to enhance corporate value.

Company Background

OnBoard Corporation is based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan, at Otowa Town First Square East Tower, 4th Floor. The firm specializes in training potential candidates, matching them with companies, and supporting talent development. Under the leadership of Naoko Koshii and Kaoru Matsuzawa, both accomplished attorneys with extensive experience, OnBoard aims to create substantial pathways for future female executives in Japan's business landscape.

For more details on upcoming seminars, visit OnBoard's Website or contact them at seminar@onboardkk.com.