Support for Tech Startups Begins at TECH HUB YOKOHAMA with HiPro Direct

Launch of Professional Matching Support at TECH HUB YOKOHAMA

The Yokohama City government has taken a significant step towards enhancing its tech startup ecosystem with the introduction of professional matching support through PERSOL Career's platform, HiPro Direct, at the TECH HUB YOKOHAMA. This initiative aims to connect advanced technology startups with skilled professionals, ensuring the growth and success of these enterprises.

Overview of HiPro Direct and Its Impact

HiPro Direct functions as a freelance and side job matching platform, actively linking businesses with professional talent. This initiative falls within the broader framework of the TECH HUB YOKOHAMA, a hub established to cultivate tech startups specializing in pioneering technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, semiconductors, new materials, energy and environment solutions, and aerospace technology. By providing access to business experts, engineers, and executive-level talents, HiPro Direct is poised to facilitate valuable partnerships and hold numerous events intended to foster collaboration among stakeholders.

Enhancing the Startup Ecosystem in Yokohama

With the support of the TECH HUB YOKOHAMA, Yokohama City is leveraging its strengths in research and development as well as talent consolidation to foster the creation and accumulation of tech startups. Situated in the Minato Mirai area, this support center offers collaborative opportunities with various organizations locally and internationally. Over 180 events are scheduled annually, designed to support tech startups through personnel matching and other essential services.

Role of HiPro Direct in Strengthening Collaborations

HiPro Direct’s involvement will enrich the startup community in Yokohama by enabling matchmaking between startups and essential experts and resources. It has been actively addressing the personnel challenges of startups through collaborations with incubators and universities. The overarching goal is to substantially contribute to the business growth of tech startups and, by extension, energize the local economy of Yokohama City.