NEC Life Career's Sato to Speak on Employee Career Support and Workplace Culture

NEC Life Career's Insight on Employee Career Development

In an era characterized by diverse working styles and values, the importance of employees taking charge of their own career development is increasingly recognized. As companies strive for sustainable growth and to maintain an appealing workplace environment, enhancing employee engagement through career support becomes crucial. The challenges in implementing effective career support and fostering an engaging workplace vary significantly across organizations, highlighting the need for sharing valuable expertise and insights.

To address this, NEWONE, a consulting firm specializing in organization development and talent training, will host an online seminar featuring Hideaki Sato, President of NEC Life Career. Scheduled for July 8, 2025, from 15:00 to 16:00 (JST), this seminar aims to illuminate the strategies and practices for developing a supportive workplace where employees can thrive in their careers.

Background of the Seminar

The seminar comes at an important time when the concept of 'career autonomy'—encouraging employees to actively shape their careers—has gained traction. By fostering an atmosphere of engagement and support, organizations can cultivate environments conducive to professional growth. However, the methodologies of implementing such initiatives are unique to each company, creating a rich landscape for discussion and collaboration.

During this engaging session, Sato will share firsthand cases of NEC’s initiatives in promoting autonomous career growth within the company. Key questions to be discussed include:

- What elements contribute to creating an organization and workplace where employees can pursue career autonomy?
- What future career development initiatives and cultural frameworks should organizations cultivate?

In conversational format, Sato will be joined by NEWONE's President, Shuhei Uebayashi, to deepen the dialogue around these topics and provide actionable insights. Attendees can expect to gain valuable knowledge on enhancing organizational vitality through employee growth, assisting them in navigating their own career journeys.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is a must-attend for:

- Individuals seeking practical examples from other companies on promoting career autonomy.
- Those interested in building an organization through the lens of career development.
- Anyone looking to strategize the next steps in implementing career training initiatives.

Seminar Details

- Title: Considering Future Organizations and Workplace Development from NEC Group's Career Support Cases
- Date: July 8, 2025 (Tuesday)
- Time: 15:00 - 16:00 (JST)
- Format: Online (Zoom)
- Participation Fee: Free
- Registration URL: Register Here

Schedule:

- 15:00 - 15:10 Introduction and background of the seminar
- 15:10 - 15:30 Presentation by CEO Sato on NEC Group's initiatives
- 15:30 - 15:50 Panel discussion
- 15:50 - 16:00 Closing remarks

Speakers

Hideaki Sato, President, NEC Life Career

Sato graduated from university and joined NEC, working across domestic HR in manufacturing and sales, then holding key roles in the APAC human resources sector based in Singapore. He has spearheaded various HR initiatives, serving as president since the inception of NEC Life Career in September 2020, while also holding responsibilities for company-wide talent development.

Shuhei Uebayashi, President, NEWONE

Uebayashi is a graduate of Osaka University and began his career with Andersen Consulting. He has extensive experience in consulting and training programs, eventually founding NEWONE to enhance employee engagement across various companies, bolstering work environments that allow individuals to thrive.

About NEWONE

Founded with the mission to create new value through engagement, NEWONE focuses on consultancy that fosters change in individual minds and improving relationships within organizations. With a growing emphasis on human capital management, the firm partners with numerous enterprises, including major brands such as Softbank and Kagome, to build workplaces that passionately engage employees.