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CFO Seminar Overview

On September 4, 2025, the Japan CFO Association, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, successfully conducted its 371st CFO seminar titled "Challenging Economic Disparities Together with Publicly Listed Companies." This seminar featured insightful presentations from two representatives of SuFIA: Kenichiro Okamura, the organization's Executive Director, and Hidetoshi Miyaji, a board member.

Seminar Focus

The primary aim of the seminar was to explore the potential for generating profits while addressing social issues, which poses significant challenges for many businesses today. Kenichiro Okamura presented SuFIA’s vision in conjunction with the current state and challenges of Japan’s labor market. Additionally, Hidetoshi Miyaji discussed the creation of an ecosystem that facilitates various employment formats and highlighted the challenges faced during this process. This productive dialogue embarks on a crucial journey toward economic disparity reduction, aiming to be part of a broader movement ensuring that economic inclusion is realized on all fronts.

Event Details

• - Title: 371st CFO Seminar - "Challenging Economic Disparities Together with Publicly Listed Companies"
• - Date: September 4, 2025 (Thursday), 18:30 - 19:45
• - Location: Seminar Room "CRYPT HALL" at the Japan CFO Association / Online via ZOOM
• - Speakers:

- Kenichiro Okamura, Executive Director, SuFIA
- Hidetoshi Miyaji, Board Member, SuFIA

Remarks from SuFIA Executive Director Kenichiro Okamura

In his closing remarks, Okamura expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to speak at such a prestigious seminar. He shared how SuFIA collaborates with partner companies to create an innovative work environment that supports those whose careers have been interrupted by marriage, childbirth, or caregiving responsibilities. By leveraging IT and remote work, SuFIA aims to foster financial independence for all individuals. The initiative, which aligns closely with human capital management and the promotion of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), is anticipated to significantly contribute to the sustainable growth of companies.

Additionally, Okamura hoped that the seminar would serve as a platform for attendees to discuss and reflect on the possibilities presented by the new ecosystem supporting economic independence.

About the Japan CFO Association

The Japan CFO Association is dedicated to nurturing finance professionals capable of leading management models that respond to market and social needs. Founded in 2000, the organization strives to establish a global standard for corporate management in Japan by acquiring cutting-edge concepts and methods in finance and management for research and educational purposes. Their efforts are centered around developing CFOs who embody high technical skills and ethical standards, aiding in the enhancement of CFO functions in Japanese businesses.

• - Organization Name: Japan CFO Association
• - Location: 2-7-1 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda, Tokyo, 102-0093
• - Chairman: Masanori Oguchi
• - Established: October 12, 2000
• - Website: https://www.cfo.jp

About SuFIA

SuFIA operates under the mission of "Supporting the Financial Independence of All," aiming to establish a community that supports 100,000 workers. The organization collaborates with professional companies to create an ecosystem where job seekers can choose diverse working styles, thus assisting in the establishment of this new framework.

• - Organization Name: SuFIA (Sufia)
• - Location: 4F Marunouchi Nijuubashi Building, 3-2-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, 100-0005
• - Representative: Kenichiro Okamura (Executive Director)
• - Established: March 8, 2024 (International Women's Day)
• - Website: https://sufia.or.jp

For inquiries, please contact SuFIA at [email protected] or through the contact form on our website.