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Discovering Scrum in Human Resources

In a rapidly changing business world, effective management techniques can make all the difference, especially in human resources (HR). On May 29, 2025, Trustyyle, a company based in Tokyo, will host a unique hybrid event at the Human Resources Library, focusing on the integration of Scrum and HR practices. This event aims to explore how Scrum, often associated with engineering, can be effectively utilized in the HR domain.

Event Objectives

Many HR professionals might be familiar with Scrum as a framework used predominantly in tech environments. However, its principles can significantly enhance organizational management and agility within HR departments. The event will provide insights into fundamental concepts, answer questions like, "What are Agile and Scrum?", and present real-life case studies from industry leaders who are successfully implementing these practices within their organizations.

Who Should Attend?

This event is ideal for HR practitioners who are looking for innovative management approaches. Whether you’re already interested in Agile and Scrum or just beginning to explore their potential, this event will offer guidance and inspiration. Attendees will gain insights into learning how to lead organizations flexibly in fast-paced environments and the value of Scrum in HR.

Event Details

Format

• - Online: Zoom
• - In-Person: Human Resources Library, Tokyo, Japan

Address: 1-12-7 Nihonbashi Kakigaracho, Chuo City, Tokyo, WACROSS NINGYOCHO 6F

Date & Time:
May 29, 2025 (Thursday) from 19:00 to 21:00
Doors Open: 18:30

Participation Information

• - In-Person: 30 participants
• - Online: 50 participants

Registration: Peatix Event Page

Please note that in the Human Resources Library, we kindly ask you to remove your shoes. Due to seating limitations, some participants may need to sit on cushioned flooring. Also, please refrain from business card exchanges or sales activities within the library premises.

Featured Speakers

Kazuhiko Niwaya

HR Scrum Master at Scrum Inc. Japan
Kazuhiko has extensive experience in HR, having implemented Scrum within his organization after first encountering it while working at Cybozu Inc. Since 2021, he has been leading Agile and Scrum practices throughout the organization. He also heads the HR community “HR Gotta Nabe Kai.”

Nobu Ogasawara

CHRO and Corporate Team Leader at Creation Line Inc.
Nobu has held various HR leadership roles at prestigious companies like Japan Research Institute, Simplex, and GMO Payment Gateway. He became CHRO at Creation Line in 2023, where he actively drives the growth of tech companies as a member of the management team.

Takamitsu Dobashi

CHRO at KDDI Agile Development Center Inc.
After working on planning and development at KDDI, Takamitsu has held various roles in B2B/B2C Agile development teams. In 2022, he transitioned to KDDI Agile Development Center, where he leads HR strategy and initiatives vital for achieving business objectives.

Nekoyanagi

HR Professional at a Small IT Company
With responsibilities that include mid-career hiring, onboarding, and team management, Nekoyanagi has been implementing Agile practices since 2022 with support from the Agile Promotion Office, continuing to deepen his learning through encounters with the Agile community.

About the Human Resources Library

The Human Resources Library is a vibrant coworking and community space that opened on April 1, 2024, in Tokyo's Ningyocho district. With over 2,500 HR-related books and more than 700 members, the library operates under the slogan “Shaping the Future Through Learning Together.”

For more information, visit the official website or follow us on X.