Join the TEAM BEYOND CONFERENCE: Hiring Para-Athletes for Corporate Growth and Brand Empowerment

Join the TEAM BEYOND CONFERENCE

Event Overview

The TEAM BEYOND CONFERENCE is set to take place on March 5, 2024, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Hall. This conference, titled "Hiring Para-Athletes x Corporate Growth Strategy: Secrets for Brand Empowerment and Organizational Revitalization," aims to address the growing interest in para-athletes following recent global events, such as the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics and the upcoming Milan-Cortina 2026 Paralympics. Not only does this event provide a platform for discussing para-athlete employment, but it also highlights the importance of organizational initiatives towards creating a more inclusive society.

Why Attend?

The conference will showcase successful case studies from various organizations, providing both corporate and sporting perspectives on the benefits of hiring para-athletes. It also offers a unique networking opportunity where participants can exchange ideas and experiences with the speakers and fellow attendees. This is a vital occasion for business leaders, HR professionals, and anyone interested in enhancing workplace inclusivity and engagement levels.

Event Details

- Date: March 5, 2024 (Thursday)
- Time: 14:30 to 17:45 (Registration starts at 14:00)
- Location: Tokyo Metropolitan Hall, 1F South Side, 2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (10-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station, 1-minute walk from Toei Oedo Line Tocho-mae Station)
- Content:

1. Case Study Presentations (25 minutes each from four different organizations)
2. Networking Session (60 minutes)

- Participation Bonus: 200 Tokyo Points for in-person attendees

Featured Speakers

Among the presenters are leading figures from various organizations, including:
1. APRESIA Systems Corporation
- Topic: The Multifaceted Benefits of Hiring Para-Athletes
- Speaker: Miwa Naruke, a Para-Powerlifting athlete
2. VeriServe Inc.
- Topic: Supporting Diverse Athletes – Enhancing Unity and Engagement
- Speaker: Kouyou Iwabuchi, a Para-Table Tennis athlete
3. K.I. Star Real Estate Co., Ltd.
- Topic: Employing Para-Athletes to Drive Brand Enthusiasm
- Speaker: Ai Iwabuchi, a Deaf Soccer and Futsal athlete
4. Japan Association of Physically Disabled Table Tennis
- Topic: Supporting Para-Athlete Employment from a National Body Perspective
- Speaker: Ayako Habu, a high-performance sports director

Networking Activities

The conference will also include fun ice-breaking activities, such as learning basic sign language greetings to help participants engage better and foster a sense of community.

Who Should Attend?

This conference is open to anyone, regardless of ability. Ideal attendees include:

- HR professionals interested in disability employment practices
- Companies aiming to boost employee engagement
- Anyone wishing to exchange information with participating organizations

Registration Information

- In-person Participation: 200 spaces available (priority given to Tokyo residents, workers, and students)
- Online Participation: No limit on registration
- Cost: Free of charge

How to Register

Interested participants can apply via the official TEAM BEYOND CONFERENCE website by March 4, 2024.
TEAM BEYOND CONFERENCE Official Page
Further details will be updated continuously on the website and associated social media channels.

About TEAM BEYOND

TEAM BEYOND is Tokyo's initiative to support para-sports, fostering a culture of inclusion for athletes, supporters, and spectators throughout the year. For more updates on their activities, visit their official website and social media profiles:

This event aligns with the 2050 Tokyo Strategy's sports initiatives, aiming for connection through sports.