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AI Storm Seminar Overview

On April 16, 2026, AI Storm Inc. (formerly Jexceed), headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, conducted an impactful seminar titled "AI Storm Special Seminar: Insights from 'Reiwa no Tora' on Turning SNS into Business from an Investor's Perspective" at We Work, Shibuya Scramble Square.

The guest speaker, Nobu Inaba, CEO of Nelpub and an investor featured on the business program 'Reiwa no Tora,' delivered a compelling presentation. He focused on the crucial message that "without a systematic approach, Instagram will not grow." Inaba shared his insights regarding turning social media operations into business functions and provided a strategic perspective on conditions for business growth seen through the eyes of an investor.

Key Highlights of Inaba’s Presentation

Inaba listed three common challenges faced in managing social media:
1. Human Resource Constraints - Limitations in managing direct messages and designing effective user pathways.
2. Quality Content Creation - The ongoing challenge of consistently producing high-quality posts.
3. Competitive Differentiation - Difficulties arising from the increasing number of competitors in the space.

He emphasized the need for systematic approaches to overcome these roadblocks. He notably pointed out the differences between automatic direct messaging strategies utilizing official APIs prevalent in the U.S. compared to the Japanese market. Inaba detailed how extensive market research and customer interviews helped refine the direction of businesses.

The development of the Instagram management tool, "iStep," was highlighted as a key advancement stemming from his participation in 'Reiwa no Tora.' This platform accelerated product growth and elevated personal branding, eventually achieving the status of No. 1 market share in Japan. The company has since expanded its focus beyond social media to include AI Optimization (AIO) and Map Engine Optimization (MEO).

Q&A Session Insights

Following the presentation, an engaging Q&A session touched upon various topics, including:

• - The differences in social media management using AI agents versus conventional Instagram management tools.
• - The process leading to obtaining Meta’s official recognition.
• - Alternative strategies for growth had Inaba not appeared on 'Reiwa no Tora.'
• - Research methods in social media.

Significance of the AI Storm Seminar

AI Storm aims to embed AI deeply in educational programs through platforms like "Storm Academy" and in strategic partnerships for international AI talent development with the Shiki Education initiative. Their newly launched cloud-based AI agent service, "ISEAI," serves as another facet of their comprehensive strategy, which integrates education, talent, and product development.

The seminar was framed as a starting point to address real-world challenges faced by business stakeholders through Inaba's practical knowledge. His philosophy of systematization reflects a theme parallel to AI Storm's direction, showcasing how AI can transcend human resource limits and autonomously drive business operations.

Transitioning from merely learning about AI to facilitating AI-driven productivity is vital. Through workshops like this, the intersection of practical knowledge and investor perspectives significantly accelerates the societal implementation of AI.

AI Storm aspires to reach a market capitalization of 50 billion yen through this cyclical process of business and practice, continuously fostering talent growth alongside business expansion. The company is set to progress steadily and robustly into the future.

Company Overview

Name: AI Storm Inc. (formerly Jexceed)
CEO: Toshio Imai
Location: 9th Floor, Eihou Building, 3-17-11 Kanda Nishikicho, Chiyoda, Tokyo
Business Focus: AI business, AI education, AI product development, ERP/HR consulting, LED vision, truck sales/leasing, ad truck advertising, IT equipment sales, etc.
Website: AI Storm Official Site

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