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Recovering from Deficit: The Management Strategies of Yoshinari Kajima

On March 11, 2026, the 23rd edition of the CEO Salon, an exclusive gathering for top executives, was held by DYM Corporation, a diversified company based in Shinagawa, Tokyo. The guest speaker for the evening was Yoshinari Kajima, the president and CEO of Edia, a comprehensive entertainment firm listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Kajima shared insights about overcoming significant organizational challenges and steering the company towards a dramatic recovery from losses. His journey from CFO to CEO provided a unique perspective on management, particularly through his meticulous approach to performance management.

Harnessing Numbers: The Power of Forecast Management

Kajima's presentation detailed the situation he faced upon assuming the CEO role, highlighting how his background as a CFO enabled him to effectively stabilize and grow the company. A key takeaway from his talk was his exceptional proficiency in performance management, which is a cornerstone for any successful business.

Rather than viewing budgeting as just a routine task, he emphasized the importance of every employee in understanding their contributions as ‘numbers’ that lead to tangible results. By fostering a culture where ‘numbers’ serve as a common language across all levels of the organization, Kajima illustrated how even in creative sectors, systematic growth can be achieved.

Leadership Through Tough Times

What resonated with attendees was not just Kajima’s technical expertise but also his personal integrity and leadership style. While executing a stringent reform to lift the company out of deficit, he maintained a balance of rigorous analysis with sincere engagement with his team and the business's mission.

Participants noted that a leader's capacity to unite an organization goes beyond managing numbers; it requires a genuine approach toward employees and the business itself. After witnessing Kajima's calm yet resilient leadership, many executives remarked on their renewed recognition of the commitment essential to guide an organization through challenging times.

About the CEO Salon

The CEO Salon is an exclusive community that invites only owners and top-level executives from publicly traded companies. Each session is limited to 20-25 companies to maintain intimacy, allowing for deep discourse on management strategies and candid Q&A sessions. This format creates a unique environment for decision-makers to interact beyond standard networking avenues.

Company Overview

Company Name: Salon de CEO Corporation
Location: 1-5-9 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Business Description: Operating the exclusive CEO community, Salon de CEO, and offering management consulting services.

Contact Information

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Contact: Kosuke Tachibana
Email: [email protected]

Note: Participation is limited to executives and decision-makers, and pre-screening may be required prior to joining this exclusive community.

DYM Corporation Overview

1. Company Name: DYM Corporation
2. President: Yuki Mizutani
3. Established: August 2003
4. Capital: 500 million yen
5. Revenue: 25.8 billion yen (FY 2021), 32.46 billion yen (FY 2022)
6. Headquarters: 10th Floor, Gate City Osaki East Tower, 1-11-2 Osaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
7. Number of Employees: 2,744 (As of April 1, 2025)
8. Business Activities: Web services, HR services, training, executive placement, overseas medical services, M&A business, and more.
9. Website: https://dym.asia/