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Introducing the 'Engineering Hiring Lunch Break' Event

Geeks, Inc. is set to host a complimentary lunch event tailored for those involved in hiring IT engineers, titled "Engineering Hiring Lunch Break: Bringing Together Challenges Beyond Companies - July Edition" on July 17, 2026. This initiative aims to gather HR personnel and recruiters, fostering a casual environment for sharing experiences and insights regarding current hiring challenges and organizational development.

Background of the Event

At Geeks, Inc., we frequently organize events and seminars targeting IT engineers and those responsible for recruitment. This particular event focuses on creating a friendly space where HR personnel can discuss their recruitment activities and organizational challenges beyond corporate boundaries. Topics such as real-world hiring issues, concerns regarding AI utilization in hiring processes, and effective communication methods will be addressed in a relaxed setting.

As the competition for IT talent intensifies, many HR professionals have expressed a desire to discover new strategies, such as, "How can we identify AI talent effectively?" or "What can we do to improve our response rates from candidates?" By participating in this event, we aim to support those looking to strengthen their networks and share valuable insights.

The first session of this event held on June 19 reached full capacity, generating discussions around pressing topics like, "How do you gather and address on-the-ground challenges?" and "What approach do you take for document screening using AI?" This upcoming event marks the second iteration of this initiative.

Importance of Community

In today's landscape where AI utilization has become commonplace, the competitive race for acquiring engineers is fierce. It is crucial for HR and hiring personnel not to grapple with their concerns alone but rather to engage in a community that facilitates sharing knowledge and insights. By attending this event, participants can walk away with renewed energy for their recruitment efforts and newly forged networks that transcend corporate barriers. Our goal is to contribute to the enhancement of individual company hiring processes, and ultimately, to the vitality of the entire IT industry.

Event Details

• - Event Name: Engineering Hiring Lunch Break: Bringing Together Challenges Beyond Companies - July Edition
• - Date and Time: July 17, 2026 (Friday) from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
• - Location: Shibuya Scramble Square, 42nd floor (inside WeWork)
• - Participation Fee: Free (Lunch provided by Geeks)
• - Target Audience: HR and recruitment personnel. Participation from other departments is allowed if accompanied by an HR/recruitment representative. Individuals from companies residing in WeWork are also welcome to join.
• - Capacity: 10 participants. Please note that we may need to decline additional attendees once we reach our capacity.
• - Registration: Please register through our designated page.

Meet the Moderator

Reona Yukawa: Marketing Department, IT Talent Division.
Reona joined Geeks in 2023 as a new graduate. Responsible for corporate sales, she assists companies facing challenges in hiring IT engineers, overseeing everything from optimal matching to follow-up support for project implementation. She is also involved in event planning, operations, and content creation within the corporate marketing sector.

Geeks' IT Talent Services

Geeks operates under the mission of creating new "norms" for work styles, positioning itself as a pioneer connecting IT freelancers with businesses. Currently, we network over 24,000 IT freelancers, supporting them in creating safe environments where they can take on new challenges. Additionally, we are transforming our business model from "connecting talent" to "solving corporate challenges." Through our extensive data and a team structure that combines people and AI, we offer AX solutions that accelerate AI implementation for Japanese companies, transcending basic talent matching.

Our Services Include:

• - A specialized agent service for IT freelancers: "GEECHS JOB"
• - A talent search matching platform: "GEECHS DIRECT"
• - A welfare program for IT freelancers: "Hinobe"