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Money Forward Joins Shizuoka Venture Startup Association

In a recent development, Money Forward, Inc. has announced its membership in the Shizuoka Venture Startup Association (SVSA). This initiative aims to bolster the entrepreneurial landscape in Shizuoka Prefecture by encouraging venture and startup companies and nurturing young entrepreneurs.

About SVSA

Founded with the mission to enhance the startup culture in Shizuoka Prefecture, SVSA promotes startups through various programs and awareness campaigns. As it approaches its first anniversary in April 2025, the organization has brought together a vibrant community with over 400 participants. Their focus is on providing resources and support to emerging businesses and entrepreneurs in the region.

Strengthening Regional Networks

With this new partnership, Money Forward is set to strengthen its network with local businesses in Shizuoka. The collaboration will include joint projects and events to stimulate the regional economy. Additionally, the company aims to provide support to startups with its back-office solutions, including 'Money Forward Cloud' and the invoicing card payment service 'Money Forward Invoice Card Payment'. These tools are designed to assist young entrepreneurs and emerging startups, thereby contributing to the development of the regional startup ecosystem.

Comments from Leadership

Yutaka Shinohara, Representative Director, SVSA:
"With Money Forward's participation, member companies can efficiently establish robust back-office systems within a short timeframe. This will create a more solid foundation for the emergence of the next unicorn company from Shizuoka."

Hiroshi Nagai, Executive Officer, Money Forward Business Company:
"Together with SVSA, we are committed to our mission: 'Moving Business Forward. Empowering People to Move Ahead.' We will support challenge-taking startups from Shizuoka, especially in their back-office operations."

Key Offerings from Money Forward

Money Forward Cloud

'Money Forward Cloud' is a SaaS platform designed to streamline back-office operations by integrating various data related to accounting, HR, and legal tasks. The service aims to simplify cumbersome processes for businesses, making it an essential tool for operational efficiency. Learn more at Money Forward Cloud.

Money Forward Invoice Card Payment

The 'Money Forward Invoice Card Payment' service facilitates the payment of bank transfer invoices via credit card. This allows businesses to defer the actual payment until the card payment due date, thus improving cash flow. More details can be found at Invoice Card Payment. Please note that the 'Money Forward Invoice Card Payment' service is developed by Money Forward Kessai Co., Ltd., a group company of Money Forward.

About SVSA and Money Forward

Shizuoka Venture Startup Association

• - Location: 1-8-43 Takabayashi, Central Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, inside The Garage for Startups
• - Director: Yutaka Shinohara
• - Established: April 3, 2024
• - Website: SVSA

Money Forward, Inc.

• - Location: 3-1-21 Shibaura, Minato City, Tokyo, inside msb Tamachi, Tamachi Station Tower S 21F
• - CEO: Yosuke Tsuji, Representative Director
• - Established: May 2012
• - Business Overview: Platform service business
• - Website: Money Forward

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