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Overcoming the Challenges of Management and Employees

On August 20, Trustyyle Co., Ltd., based in Chuo, Tokyo, is hosting a significant event titled "How to Overcome Being in the Middle of Management and Employees." This face-to-face gathering, organized by the community known as HR Library, aims to unravel the pivotal roles played by those supporting entrepreneurs—often termed as gatekeepers—in the work environment.

Entrepreneurs and disruptors often take the spotlight in today's dynamic business environment. However, there exists a crucial support system behind them, commonly known as gatekeepers. Recent analyses have revealed that these gatekeepers assume up to 14 different roles to support entrepreneurs based on their specific needs. This event sets out to investigate how the actions of gatekeepers can provide insightful hints for HR professionals, who frequently find themselves torn between management demands and employee needs.

Event Highlights

The featured case study for this event showcases HR Library itself. Focusing on the journey of Mitsu Okamoto, one of the Community Empowerment Team (CET) members at HR Library, participants will explore how he has supported the organization through various phases—from its preparatory days to its current evolution. The session will include discussions on Okamoto’s experiences, his actions during critical moments, and which of the 14 roles of a gatekeeper he has actively demonstrated.

Recommended For

This event is ideal for:

• - Those who aspire to support management but feel overwhelmed by conflicting demands.
• - Individuals struggling with the departure of a key supportive figure in their organization.
• - Professionals who often experience burnout from the pressures between management directives and employee welfare.

Event Logistics

• - Date and Time: August 20, 2025 (Wednesday), 19:00 - 21:00
• - Location: HR Library, 6F WACROSS NINGYOCHO, 1-12-7, Nihonbashi Kakigaracho, Chuo, Tokyo, 103-0014
• - Capacity: 30 participants
• - Registration: Event Registration

Participants should note that shoes need to be removed upon entering the HR Library. Due to seating arrangements, some attendees may be required to sit on cushioned flooring. Additionally, please refrain from exchanging business cards or conducting sales activities inside the premises.

Speaker Profiles

Masayuki Hirose
Founder of Sougu Sekkei Co., Ltd.
With a diverse background as an experiential learning instructor, industrial counselor, game creator, and business creation consultant, Hirose specializes in community management, new business development, mental health, and human resource training. Notable works include innovative educational methods and community projects aimed at revitalization.

Mitsu Okamoto
Known as "Mitsu" at HR Library, Okamoto has been involved since the preparatory phase, playing a vital role in the library's overall operation as part of the CET. His professional journey started in a Japanese manufacturer’s HR department, where he gained extensive experience across recruitment, training, and labor management. After becoming independent, he has supported various companies from large corporations to startups. Additionally, Okamoto contributes as a lecturer at universities and participates in educational institutions' management, emphasizing organizational growth and learning.

About HR Library

HR Library officially opened on April 1, 2024, in Ningyocho, Tokyo, as a coworking space and community for HR professionals. With over 2,500 HR-related books and more than 700 members, the library operates under the tagline "Together We Learn, Together We Grow."

• - Location: 1-12-7, Nihonbashi Kakigaracho, Chuo, Tokyo, 103-0014
• - Official Website: HR Library
• - Twitter: HR Library on Twitter
• - LinkedIn: HR Library on LinkedIn