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Dentsu PR Consulting and MINKABU Unite for an Insightful Seminar

Dentsu PR Consulting (Dentsu PRC) and MINKABU, the Infonoid Corporation, are set to co-host an event titled "Strategies for Effective IR Communication with Individual Investors" on December 10, 2025. Aimed at IR, PR, and marketing professionals from public companies, this seminar will take place in a hybrid format—live at Dentsu's headquarters in Tokyo and streamed online.

The event is particularly timely, as the number of individual shareholders in Japan has recently surged to over 15 million, influenced by the expanding NISA program. As companies pivot towards valuing individual investors not just as shareholders but as potential fans of their brands, there’s a clear shift in how IR communications are structured.

Highlighted Speakers

Among the distinguished speakers at this seminar are:

• - Testa, a celebrated individual investor known for cumulative gains exceeding 10 billion yen, will share insights on evolving investor relations.
• - Nobuya Saito from Dai-ichi Life Holdings, will discuss strategies for maintaining robust relationships with shareholders.
• - Tetsuya Ichihashi of Mitsubishi UFJ Trust Bank, focuses on how understanding individual investors can lead to innovative engagement strategies.

The primary theme of the seminar will be transitioning from traditional shareholder dialogues to fostering a fan-based community among investors. This evolution emphasizes IR's integration with PR functions to enhance communication efficacy.

Context and Need for Change

Recent data shows that as of the end of the fiscal year 2024, the number of individual shareholders has reached unprecedented heights, prompting companies to prioritize their engagement. The distinctions between institutional investor communication and individual investor outreach are blurring, necessitating a more blended approach to IR and PR strategies.

Dentsu PRC and MINKABU launched a joint service named "IR with PR" earlier in 2025, aimed at visualizing the impacts of IR and PR efforts. By analyzing traffic data from platforms like MINKABU and Kabutan, they assess how IR and PR activities influence investor behavior, aiding companies in crafting more effective communication strategies.

Seminar Agenda and Structure

The seminar will feature:

• - Greetings from Organizers
• - Panel Discussions
• - Legal Insights: Tetsuya Okamoto from Kyoto Academia Law Office will delve into the risks associated with information dissemination through social media and influencers.
• - Introduction of New Services aimed at enhancing IR strategies.

The discussion will revolve around how companies can better connect with individual investors, effectively convey corporate value, and transition from traditional dialogues to creating lasting fan relationships. The insights gained will be crucial as businesses look to foster a dedicated stakeholder base.

Notably, the seminar will also be recorded and later shared as a digest program both on television and online platforms. This accessibility ensures that not just corporate stakeholders, but the general public can benefit from the insights shared during the seminar.

Details for Participation

Event Title: Strategies for Effective IR Communication with Individual Investors
Date: December 10, 2025
Time: 13:00 - 14:40 with registration starting at 12:30
Location: Dentsu Headquarters, Tokyo and online via Zoom
Capacity: 100 in-person participants (via lottery) and 500 online participants (first-come-first-served)
Cost: Free of charge

Interested participants can register through the link provided on the Dentsu PRC website. The registration deadline for in-person attendance is December 4, while online participation closes on December 9.

Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement regarding the detailed program content and speakers. Investors and corporate representatives alike will find this seminar a valuable opportunity to navigate the changing landscape of investor relations and deepen their understanding of engaging individual shareholders effectively.

For more details about the joint service "IR with PR," visit the provided links for further information.