Circlace Instructors Honored at FY27 Trailhead Academy Awards Ceremony

Circlace Receives Recognition at FY27 Trailhead Academy Awards

On March 19, 2026, Circlace, a leading company committed to empowering businesses through AI and data, was honored at the FY27 Trailhead Academy Partner Kickoff & Instructor Awards hosted by Salesforce Japan. Notably, instructors Tomonari Nishiwaki and Motoki Mizuno were awarded the Trailblazer Award and Best Instructor Award, respectively.

Awards Overview

The awards recognize instructors who have demonstrated outstanding performance and received high evaluations from participants in Salesforce certified training programs. They are awarded based on the quality of training and contributions to human resource development.

Trailblazer Award: Tomonari Nishiwaki

The Trailblazer Award is granted to instructors who have contributed to the advancement of training through innovative approaches and challenges in new domains. Nishiwaki achieved an impressive average rating of 4.66 out of 5 from student surveys, showcasing his extensive coverage from management to development. Additionally, he holds multiple Salesforce certifications, underlining his expertise.

Best Instructor Award: Motoki Mizuno

The Best Instructor Award is given to instructors who have earned exceptionally high ratings for student satisfaction and training quality. Mizuno achieved an outstanding average rating of 4.71 out of 5, conducted training sessions for 109 days, and received over 400 survey comments from students attesting to his effectiveness.

The Significance of the Awards

The Trailhead Academy serves as a crucial educational program responsible for cultivating Salesforce talent, forming a fundamental workforce that supports digital transformation (DX) in enterprises. As new domains such as AI and Agentforce expand, the ability to acquire practical skills rather than merely mastering tools has become more critical. The award criteria comprehensively evaluated factors such as:

- Student satisfaction
- Training quality
- Adaptability to new domains
- Continuous delivery of educational value

Insights from the Awardees

Tomonari Nishiwaki (Trailblazer Award)

"Drawing from the learning habits I have developed as an engineer, I currently approach training with the mindset that 'learning itself is work.' I find significant value in sharing what I learn with participants and seeing it utilized in real-world scenarios. I will continue to challenge myself and expand my coverage, contributing to the development of more practical talent."

Motoki Mizuno (Best Instructor Award)

"I prioritize creating an environment where learning does not just conclude with the training session but encourages participants to continue evolving independently. My role as an instructor is to transform 'mandatory learning' into 'self-motivated learning.' I have worked hard to refine course design and delivery methods, and I believe this recognition reflects that dedication."

Unique Aspects of Circlace’s Training

Circlace offers training that goes beyond mere lectures, focusing on the acquisition of skills applicable in practical scenarios and fostering self-determined learners. Key features of our training include:

- All instructors hold Salesforce certifications.
- High-quality training based on student evaluations.
- Q&A focused on practical applications.
- Adaptations to the latest trends in AI and data.

Our instructors have consistently received accolades, including the Instructor Award for 2023, 2024, and 2025, further validating the high standards of our training programs.

Looking Ahead

As AI and data utilization continues to advance, the profile of the required workforce in companies is undergoing significant change. Circlace aims to strengthen its support for talent development through the Trailhead Academy, with priorities including:

- Developing DX talent suited for the AI era.
- Providing skills directly linked to business outcomes.
- Enhancing internal educational frameworks.

About Circlace

Circlace Inc., headquartered in Chuo, Tokyo, is an IT service company that offers cutting-edge AI and data solutions, Salesforce consulting, implementation support, talent development, and integration support under the slogan of 'Beyond AI.' Our group combines AI, data, and cloud technologies from companies like ServiceNow and Databricks to deliver consulting services that enhance corporate revenues and profits.
Founded on November 1, 2012, Circlace was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market in April 2022.

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