GigWorks Cross IT to Present at Kitakyushu's Digital Town Event in Osaka

GigWorks Cross IT, headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announces that Naoki Akahoshi, Executive Officer and Head of the Kyushu Branch, will speak at the "Ogura Digital Castle Town in Osaka" event hosted by Kitakyushu City, scheduled for August 20, 2026, in Honmachi, Osaka.

Event Overview

The event is focused on attracting IT companies to Kitakyushu City, which has transformed into a burgeoning hub for such businesses in recent years, thanks to its rich industrial base, particularly in manufacturing. GigWorks has accelerated its business development in the Kyushu region since 2023, establishing a system division while providing close support for DX (Digital Transformation) and AI implementation for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Naoki Akahoshi will share insights about the establishment of the Kyushu branch, including the strategies for hiring and training engineers in a regional context, as well as the tangible benefits and results witnessed during the DX and AI implementation support for SMEs.

Purpose of Participation

The event aims to communicate the 'real voice' of companies looking to expand into the Kansai region or set up new bases. Akahoshi's session will focus on the potential of regional branches to drive business growth, specifically how the Northwest has blossomed with new opportunities.

Session Details

Date & Time: August 20, 2026, 16:30 – 17:00 (Session 2)
Theme: “Discussing the Opening of Our Kitakyushu Base”
Speaker: Naoki Akahoshi, Executive Officer & Head of Kyushu Branch, GigWorks Cross IT
Main Points to Discuss:

- The Journey of Establishing the Kyushu Base (2023 onwards) and Key Organizational Insights
- The Reality of Cross-Functional Operations in Sales, HR, and Engineering
- Accelerating DX & AI Promotion Through Regional Offices and Future Prospects

Speaker Profile

Naoki Akahoshi
Naoki Akahoshi has been integral to setting up the Kyushu system division since 2023, promoting a cross-functional approach across sales, HR, and engineering. Currently, as Executive Officer and Head of the Kyushu Branch, he actively supports DX and AI promotion for SMEs in the region.

Event Logistics

Event Name: Ogura Digital Castle Town in Osaka – Meetup for Kansai IT Businesses to Explore Kitakyushu Opportunities
Date & Time: August 20, 2026, from 16:00 – 18:30 (Registration starts at 15:30)
Venue: fabbitGG Honmachi, 4F, Orix Honmachi Building, 1-4-1 Nishi-honmachi, Nishi-ku, Osaka City
Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required; up to 3 participants per company)
Capacity: 60 participants
Organizer: Kitakyushu City Corporate Attraction Event Office
Event Details & Registration URL: Kitakyushu Event

Event Schedule

- 16:00 – 16:30: Session 1: Efforts to Attract IT Companies to Kitakyushu
- 16:30 – 17:00: Session 2: Opening Kitakyushu Branch (Akahoshi's Presentation)
- 17:00 – 17:15: Break
- 17:15 – 18:30: Networking Session (with light food and drinks)

About GigWorks Cross IT

GigWorks Cross IT is a technology solutions partner providing services such as IT consulting, DX promotion, AI implementation support, and system development. Through its nationwide locations, it offers IT services closely aligned with the needs of local businesses.

Company Name: GigWorks Cross IT Co., Ltd.
Location: Minato-ku, Tokyo
Business Operations: IT consulting services, software development, and system integration services
Corporate Site: GigWorks Cross IT

The company's vision is to deliver the best and maximum value through ICT, focusing on comprehensive support from identifying business challenges to proposing solutions. Their services include consulting, system development, cloud development, and AI-driven cloud service development and sales.

Related Entity: GigWorks Inc. (Parent Company)
Business Operations: Management of subsidiaries involved in on-demand economy, system solutions, sharing economy, and digital marketing.
Corporate Site: GigWorks

For inquiries, please contact:
GigWorks Cross IT, Attn: Umeda, Sato | Email: [email protected] | Business Hours: Weekdays 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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