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The Second Logistics HR Summit: Shaping the Future of the Industry

On October 15, 2025, Funai Soken Logistics held the Second Logistics HR Summit at the TKP Tokyo Station Otemachi Conference Center. This event brought together key stakeholders from the logistics industry to discuss innovative strategies to address significant workforce challenges, including decreasing labor populations and the looming 2024 labor shortage issue.

With a focus on creating a robust human resource strategy, this summit provided attendees with valuable insights on tackling the pressing challenges facing the logistics sector. Operational leaders, HR personnel, and industry decision-makers gathered to gain practical knowledge aimed at improving employee retention rates, refining hiring practices, and enhancing employee motivation.

Why Attend?

The summit catered specifically to those in the logistics and transportation sectors who are experiencing:

• - High turnover rates and the need for better retention strategies
• - Challenges in effective recruitment and desire to learn best practices
• - Interest in methods to motivate employees and foster high performance
• - The necessity for modern HR evaluation systems and compensation structures
• - The goal of crafting a strategic human resource plan in response to industry-wide labor shortages

Through expert-led discussions and case studies, participants received practical advice on the formulation of effective workforce strategies, aimed at bolstering the future of the logistics sector. This initiative is critical as the industry navigates an era marked by rapid changes and increasing demand.

Event Summary

Date and Time: October 15, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Format: In-person
Venue: TKP Tokyo Station Otemachi Conference Center, Conference Room 22A, 1-8-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda, Tokyo
Ticket Price: 33,000 yen (tax included) for general participants; 26,400 yen (tax included) for members
Target Audience: Executives of logistics and transportation companies
Please note that applications from individuals in the same consulting field or those using free email services (e.g., Yahoo, Gmail) may be rejected.

Featured Speakers

The summit showcased a line-up of distinguished guests who embody the leading models in the logistics industry. Their presence and engagement further enriched the discussions and provided attendees with an unrivaled opportunity to learn from leaders who are shaping the future of logistics.

As noted by Naoyuki Hashimoto, the representative director of Funai Soken Logistics, “The aim of our summit is not only to identify and discuss current challenges but also to bring forth actionable solutions that will lead to a more resilient and forward-looking logistics sector.”

About Funai Soken Logistics

Founded in May 2000, Funai Soken Logistics has established itself as a premier consulting firm focused on empowering medium and small logistics companies. The company provides hands-on consulting services that include everything from capturing new clients and negotiating freight rates to developing recruitment strategies and enhancing HR practices.

Funai Soken Logistics also operates the Logistics Provider Management Research Group—Japan’s largest platform for leaders from over 350 logistics companies to exchange ideas and strategies. This platform is indicative of the firm's commitment to fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and industry growth.

Contact Information:

• - Tokyo Headquarters: 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0028, Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, Central Tower 35th Floor
• - Osaka Headquarters: 4-4-10 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0041
• - Website: Funai Soken Logistics
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