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NN Life Insurance Invites Participants for the Netherlands Study Tour 2025

NN Life Insurance Co., Ltd. (Representative Director: Marius Popescu, Headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo) is excited to announce the start of participant recruitment for the Netherlands Study Tour 2025 from April 30, 2025. Designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan, this endeavor emphasizes building networks that foster the realization of visions—a key aspect of NN Life's mission since 2018.

The Netherlands, where NN Life has its roots, is well-known for its cutting-edge sustainability initiatives as well as its groundbreaking design and high labor efficiency. By allowing family business owners and successors to learn directly from the Dutch models, the tour aims to foster innovation within their own businesses. Participants are encouraged to leverage their newfound insights to lead and impact their communities and industries over the longer term.

Moreover, NN Life intends to provide post-tour opportunities for these entrepreneurs to connect with each other, expanding their networks and support systems, crucial for growth and collaboration in their respective niches.

Recruitment Overview:

• - Target Group: Family business owners and successors (including aspirants)
• - Application Period: April 30, 2025 (Wednesday) to May 12, 2025 (Monday)
• - Secondary Selection: May 15, 2025 (Thursday) to May 23, 2025 (Friday)
• - Participant Announcement: June 6, 2025 (Friday)
• - Study Tour Dates: October 19, 2025 (Sunday) to October 25, 2025 (Saturday) (tentative)

Following the application period, NN Life plans to hold a meet-and-greet at their headquarters in early July, along with a preparatory study session for the upcoming tour. The list of participants will be communicated via email and published on NN Life's announcement page.

For those interested, detailed information regarding the recruitment process can be found on our website. NN Life remains committed to supporting successors in family businesses by providing platforms for learning and networking, thus contributing to the revitalization of industries and local communities within Japan.

Past Tours Insight:

Since its inception, 22 individuals have participated in the Netherlands Study Tour. Notable alumni include Tadahiro Kobayashi from 'Seven Hundred,' who won an award for promoting local exchanges; Miyo Yamamoto from 'Toyowa,' who established an environmentally conscious organic brand; and collaborative efforts between Akihiko Maeda of 'Wood Carving Maeda Workshop' and Makoto Hosoya from 'Marubun Confectionery.' These participants have successfully made a mark in their regions and industries, showcasing the positive impact of this tour.

With a long-standing tradition of innovation and collaboration, NN Life Insurance looks forward to yet another exciting journey as it empowers the next generation of business leaders through the Netherlands Study Tour 2025.