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The 8th CEO AI Workshop in Osaka: An Era of AI Driven Businesses

On July 29, 2026, Osaka hosted the 8th installment of the 'CEO AI Workshop,' organized by the Osaka Small Business Investment and Development Corporation, in collaboration with Dooox, a pioneer in fostering executive growth. The venue witnessed the attendance of over 30 executives from investment partner companies, all eager to explore the nuances of generative AI and its implications for their respective organizations.

Background of the Workshop: Expanding Horizons Across Japan

The rapid evolution of generative AI has transformed its utility within business contexts, making it essential for companies to adeptly incorporate this technology to enhance competitive advantage. Despite this, many small to medium enterprises (SMEs) express uncertainty about how to begin or harbor concerns about security issues, echoing a common sentiment shared by CEOs nationwide.

To tackle these challenges, Dooox and the Osaka Small Business Investment Corporation initiated hands-on workshops, turning traditional passive seminars into engaging experiences where business leaders can actively learn and apply new tools. Since the first workshop in December 2025, the initiative has steadily expanded across seven major cities in Japan, as detailed in the following schedule:

• - 1st Workshop: December 2025, Osaka (31 companies, 99.3% satisfaction)
• - 2nd Workshop: February 2026, Fukuoka (participants from four prefectures)
• - 3rd Workshop: April 2026, Nagasaki (Dejima Messe)
• - 4th Workshop: April 2026, Kyoto (Kyoto Economic Center)
• - 5th Workshop: May 2026, Yonago (first event in San'in region)
• - 6th Workshop: July 2026, Hiroshima (first event in Sanyō region)
• - 7th Workshop: July 2026, Miyazaki (in collaboration with Japan Finance Corporation)
• - 8th Workshop: July 2026, Osaka (30 participants from 23 companies)

This initiative not only responds to the needs expressed by regional CEOs but also fosters a feedback system that determines future workshop locations based on participant input.

Overview of the Workshop

• - Workshop Title: CEO AI Workshop
• - Date and Time: July 29, 2026, from 14:00 to 17:00
• - Target Audience: Executives from the investment partner companies of Osaka Small Business Investment Corporation
• - Location: Seminar Room at Osaka Small Business Investment Corporation
• - Instructor: Riku Nagase from Dooox

Engaging Learning Experience: Moving Beyond Passive Listening

The workshop featured an immersive three-hour experience where participants shifted from passive learning to active interaction with generative AI technologies. During the session, attendees explored:

• - The latest trends in generative AI and their business implications.
• - Live demonstrations of leading tools like ChatGPT and Claude.
• - Hands-on experience with text, image, video, and audio generation using participants' laptops.
• - Key points on addressing security risks when utilizing AI tools.

A significant component of the workshop involved a practical segment where executives unearthed and tackled their core business challenges via AI-driven dialogues, leading to immediate actionable outputs.

Feedback from Participants

Feedback from participants highlighted the practical impact of the workshop:

• - Many indicated they had gained a clearer understanding of generative AI applications and potential implementations in their businesses, providing them with inspiration to make progress.
• - Comments like, "This should not be a free workshop due to its immense value," reflected the attendees’ recognition of the workshop's worth.

Interestingly, several companies that participated in the previous Osaka event sent different executives this time, demonstrating the growing internal demand for learning about AI. This momentum is paving the way for organizations to shift from individual learning to a collective transformation through AI applications.

Additionally, requests for future workshops showcased a desire for more specialized sessions focusing on specific AI tools or organizational implementations, indicating a readiness to delve deeper into AI integration.

Future Plans: Next Workshop in Wakayama

Building on the success of these workshops, plans are in progress for the next event, slated for late August 2026 in Wakayama. This initiative, which began in Osaka, is steadily permeating through various regions of Western Japan.

The goals of Dooox and the Osaka Investment Corporation remain steadfast: to create conducive environments where executives can familiarize themselves with generative AI and leverage it as a strategic asset in their organizations.

Special Intensive AI Program for Businesses

In addition, Dooox offers a focused training program called the "Special Mission AI Intensive Dojo," aimed at companies eager to craft bespoke AI tools. This program provides two days of concentrated instruction followed by a three-month follow-up to ensure successful implementation.

For further inquiries regarding upcoming workshops or specific training requests, interested parties can reach out through the mentioned contact points.

About Osaka Small Business Investment and Development Corporation

• - CEO: Toshitune Kobayashi
• - Head Office: 3-3-23 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan
• - Founded: November 1963
• - Website: SBIC

About Dooox

• - CEO: Ryosuke Kubodera
• - Head Office: 8-4-13 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa City, Tokyo, Japan
• - Founded: June 2021
• - Website: Dooox

Dooox is committed to supporting innovative challenges and guiding organizations through essential shifts in operations, specifically in emerging significant domains such as AI.