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Webinar on Sustainable Branding in the AI Era

Join us on April 16, 2026, from 14:00 to 15:20 for a free online seminar focused on sustainable branding strategies in today's AI-driven market. As consumers increasingly prioritize values and narratives over mere product specifications, brands must adapt their engagement strategies to remain relevant and compelling.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is tailored for:

• - Business leaders and brand managers eager to cultivate sustainability as a 'beloved force' rather than a mere obligation.
• - Individuals who wish to promote sustainable initiatives but struggle to gain internal support or secure the necessary resources.
• - Professionals looking to escape the rut of spec comparison and price wars to create unique 'brand loyalty'.
• - Those wanting to build a self-sustaining media model that accumulates trust rather than relying entirely on advertising.
• - Brand strategists aiming to transform company narratives into design and experiences that resonate with individual consumers (N=1).
• - Marketers wanting to establish strong brand recommendations even in a zero-click search environment that AI fosters.

The Context

In the current landscape, simply providing superior specifications is insufficient for a brand's survival. Today’s consumers are increasingly discerning, seeking brands that provide narratives that resonate on a deeper emotional level. Many companies, however, face challenges in articulating their values effectively. They often possess a profound vision but lack the means to convey it, leading to missed opportunities to create meaningful connections with their audience.

Additionally, having a robust ideology is meaningless if search engines and AI cannot recognize your brand or story in the digital space. As search habits evolve with the proliferation of generative AI, where information can be fully absorbed without visiting websites, the significance of being highlighted in AI-generated responses has never been greater.

Therefore, this seminar aims to lay bare the 'Sustainable Branding 5C Approach'—a unique framework designed to foster deep trust and resonance with consumers. We will share actionable techniques for creating designs and experiences that repeatedly reassure customers, as well as strategies for optimizing your presence in AI-driven environments through LLMO (Large Language Model Optimization) and SEO.

Seminar Program

Implementation of Sustainable Branding

14:00 – 14:50 conducted by YUIDEA Co., Ltd. and Depart Co., Ltd.

• - Understanding current brand strategies, including the dilemma of efficiency and the need for updated evaluation metrics.
• - Exploring the core of sustainable branding: Why 'co-creation' is the ultimate strategy for survival.
• - Unveiling specific methods of the 5C Approach:

- Customer Analysis: Identifying the spark of empathy through quantitative data and N=1 insights.
- Narrative Definition: Establishing a shared story that resonates between the company and its customers.
- Design Expression: Creating intuitive designs that accelerate empathy.
- Overview of support programs.

Optimizing Touchpoints for Selection in the AI Era (LLMO & SEO)

14:50 – 15:15 by Willgate Co., Ltd.

• - Understanding what content is 'chosen' by AI and immediate actionable steps.
• - Strategic SEO: Selecting target keywords and demographics for maximum impact in the AI era.
• - Showcasing a case study where session numbers skyrocketed by over 28 times in just three months!
• - Overview of support initiatives.

Message from Organizers

In this era of overflowing products and instant AI solutions, the brands that will endure are not those with superior specifications, but those that affirm their customers' values. We define sustainability not just as a duty but as a vital new common language for connecting deeply with customers. This seminar will guide you on how to articulate, design, and present your sustainability message effectively, utilizing insights from YUIDEA’s sustainability efforts, Depart's design expertise, and Willgate's LLMO and SEO strategies—all aimed at ensuring your brand remains a preferred choice.

Registration for the Webinar

Date & Time: April 16, 2026, from 14:00 to 15:20
Fee: Free
Mode: Online via Zoom
Registration is required prior to the seminar, with the deadline set for April 16 at 10:00 AM. A Zoom link will be sent after registration closes.

Featured Speakers

Ayako Katsuragi, General Manager of Sustainability Engagement at YUIDEA Co., Ltd.
With over a decade of experience in CSR report planning and production, Ayako excels in proposing initiatives that effectively communicate business activities addressing social issues while prioritizing audience engagement.

Jun Takahashi, Chief Director at Depart Co., Ltd.
Starting as a system engineer in the software industry, Jun has transitioned to web production, focusing on user-centered design and digital strategy that enhance user experiences.

Ryo Yoshioka, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Willgate Co., Ltd.
A seasoned entrepreneur with a strong theoretical foundation in SEO, Ryo leads initiatives that have significantly supported over 8,000 companies to enhance their digital presence.

For registration and inquiries, please visit Depart Co., Ltd. or email [email protected].