Transforming Non-Mover Talent Pools into Valuable Recruiting Assets for IT Companies

Transforming Talent Pools: A New Perspective for IT Recruitment

On April 15, 2026, Will Group's subsidiary, Will of Partner, will host a must-attend online seminar titled "Transforming Non-Mover Talent Pools into Valuable Recruiting Assets for IT Companies." This free session will delve into how organizations can turn stagnant talent pools into resources that drive recruitment success.

The backdrop of this seminar is rooted in a frequent challenge faced by businesses: having a referral recruitment system that is established but inactive. Many companies find themselves with policies in place but struggle to inspire employees to participate in referrals. Recognizing this, some organizations have successfully turned the tide. In just 18 months from a standstill, one company grew its talent pool from zero to over 300 engaged candidates, creating an ecosystem where referrals naturally thrive.

But what makes companies achieve this transformation? The answer lies in a comprehensive understanding of referral recruitment systems that convert referrals into a core company culture. At the heart of this seminar will be insights shared by Kiyokazu Koyama, the Head of Talent Acceleration at AP Communications. Mr. Koyama will walk participants through the success processes, strategies, and operational nuances that made AP Communications a benchmark for referral hiring practices.

Moreover, the seminar will grant attendees unique access to the mechanisms behind AP Communications' success in making their referral system entrenched in company culture. It’s a prime opportunity for those who are struggling with current recruitment methods or are keen to strengthen hiring in engineering positions, especially within SES or SI domain contexts.

Seminar Details:

- Date & Time: April 15, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (Archive session from August 20, 2025)
- Cost: Free
- Capacity: 500 participants (first-come, first-served basis)
- Platform: Zoom
- Registration Link: Click to Register

Program Outline:

1. Opening / Speaker Introduction
2. Overview of the Referral Recruitment Market
3. Referral Recruitment Strategy of AP Communications (By Kiyokazu Koyama)
4. Panel Discussion / Q&A (With Kiyokazu Koyama and Takumi Shimizu from Will of Partner)

Featured Speakers:

- Kiyokazu Koyama

A veteran in human resources, Mr. Koyama comes from Toyama and graduated from Niigata University in 2004. He has transitioned through various industries and organizations, including a pivotal seven-year tenure at Goodpatch, contributing to its listing on the Tokyo Growth Market as an HR Business Partner. Joining AP Communications in November 2023, he has since taken on the responsibility of leading the Talent Acquisition team.

- Takumi Shimizu

As the President of Will of Partner, Mr. Shimizu has a notable career that began at Sansan in 2013, where he helped establish a customer success division. In 2014, he founded what is now known as Will of Partner, creating a cloud platform to enhance referral recruitment named Refcome. Recognized by Forbes as one of Asia's 30 Under 30 in 2018, he continues to spearhead initiatives that connect individual aspirations with organizational goals.

About Will of Partner:

Founded with the mission to connect individual and organizational will, Will of Partner specializes in developing and operating cloud tools and consulting services for referral hiring through Refcome. With a track record of supporting over 850 companies, from major corporations to startups, they provide experienced consultants to assist in implementing recruitment strategies that align with each company's growth stage.

For further details, visit Will of Partner.

This seminar stands as a crucial event for those involved in IT recruitment, offering fruitful insights and strategies to reshape their hiring processes through effective referral initiatives.