Exciting Learning Opportunity from Japan CxO Award Nominees Featuring Shun Akiyama

Unveiling the Japan CxO Award Nomination Perks

The excitement surrounding the Japan CxO Award has escalated as BNG Partners recently announced a unique benefit for nominees—the opportunity to participate in an exclusive workshop led by Shun Akiyama, a director at Net Protections Holdings. This special event is designed for those who have been nominated for this prestigious award, aiming to equip them with invaluable insights and practical skills for enhancing their organizational growth.

About the Japan CxO Award

The Japan CxO Award serves a vital purpose: to honor the remarkable achievements of Chief Experience Officers (CxOs) and raise awareness about the significance of their roles in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. Through a rigorous selection process, nominees are recognized not only for their leadership but also for their contributions to corporate branding and the establishment of exclusive CxO networks. Detailed information and official guidelines about the award can be found in the event materials.

Special Workshop Details

Among the exciting perks for nominees is the ``Judges' Special Workshop,`` where contemporary CxOs will share their expert knowledge on accelerating business growth and the development of organizations. Shun Akiyama will lead a session titled, "How to Achieve Results in a 'Non-Directive Organization.'" This workshop seeks to elaborate on the authentic management practices that foster self-reliance and results-driven cultures in publicly traded firms.

Workshop Information:

- Presenter: Shun Akiyama, Director at Net Protections Holdings
- Date and Time: Wednesday, October 29, at 7:00 PM
- Format: Offline (additional details will be shared with nominated participants)

Speaker Background

Shun Akiyama holds a degree from Keio University and began his career as a new graduate at a startup in the HR sector. After serving as the head of new business and later the Kansai branch director, he joined Net Protections in 2009. With a focus on HR and sales management, Akiyama played a significant role in the company’s journey to becoming a Prime-listed entity on the Tokyo Stock Exchange by the end of 2021. In 2023, he took on the responsibilities of a director overseeing sales and alliances.

Target Audience

Participation in this workshop is exclusively for nominees who have submitted their applications through self-nomination or external recommendation and have secured five or more votes. Unfortunately, voters are not eligible to attend this exclusive event.

Application Process:

1. Visit the Japan CxO Award voting site to apply.
2. After successful application, your information will be included on the candidate list page. Gather at least five votes from colleagues, friends, or external contacts.
3. Once you achieve the status of a nominee, you will receive a registration form for the special workshop from the Japan CxO Award Secretariat. Please note that spaces are limited, so we apologize in advance if we cannot accommodate all requests.

Previous Workshops to Explore:

- Masaki Tabe, Senior Executive Officer at Raksul: "Marketing Strategies for Overwhelming Growth" - Discussing the strategic shift to AI-centric methodologies.
- Shinji Sato, Executive Officer at Zigen: "Deciphering the Success of Zigen's PMI" - A look into their M&A integration processes that led to business growth.
- Masatomo Kobayashi, Group Chief Customer Officer at Rakuten: "An In-Depth Look at 29 Years of Challenges and Transformations at Rakuten." - Reflecting on their journey from a market cap of over a trillion yen.

About BNG Partners

BNG Partners is committed to supporting sustainable corporate growth through a unique CxO network and specialized talent. Their services encompass various domains, including:

- Sales Support: Development of sales strategies, new customer acquisition, and improvement of sales processes.
- Project Promotion: Project management, PMO construction, and risk management.
- Digital Transformation (DX): Strategy formulation, digital technology implementation, and process reforms.
- System Development: Planning, design, development, implementation support, and operational maintenance for systems.
- Utilization of Global Talent: Recruitment of global talent and provision of management systems.

Profile of Jiro Kuramoto, CEO

Born in 1975 in Kagoshima Prefecture, Jiro Kuramoto graduated from the Economic Engineering Department at Kyushu University. He has held various positions in a publicly traded financial institution before co-founding BNG Partners in 2009, where he currently serves as CEO. He is also involved in various academic pursuits, including serving as an executive director at Kagoshima Innovation Base and an adjunct professor at a specialized university for information management.