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Upcoming Free Online Seminar for SMEs

As part of the Japan Small and Medium Enterprises Day celebrations, a special online seminar is set to take place on July 18, 2025, from 14:00 to 15:30. This seminar is designed for managers of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and will explore critical themes such as human capital management and the complexities surrounding business succession, including within family businesses and involving third-party stakeholders.

Seminar Overview

• - Format: Online via Zoom (recorded sessions available for limited viewing)
• - Cost: Free
• - Capacity: 300 attendees

This seminar aims to address the significance of proactively engaging with human resource challenges and delving into the decision-making processes pivotal for companies entrusting their future to new leadership.

Key Benefits

Participants can expect to gain insights that are essential for fostering sustainable growth in their businesses while understanding the real experiences shared by successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

Opening Remarks

The seminar will commence with a brief introduction from Koichi Kinoshita, Director of the Public Relations Office of the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency from 14:00 - 14:05. This session promises to set the stage for an engaging discussion.

Session 1: Implementing Human Capital Management

From 14:05 to 14:50, the first segment will feature Kana Fujiwara, Vice President of Fujiwara Technoart Co., Ltd. A graduate of Keio University, Kana has played a pivotal role since joining the company in 2005 and leads a forward-thinking organizational structure. The company specializes in manufacturing machinery for the brewing of various food products and has garnered revered recognition for its innovations.

Session 2: Business Succession Realities

Following that, from 14:50 to 15:30, Yu Ikihara, President of Ikihara Sake Brewery, will provide insights into the challenges and realities of family and non-family business succession. With a rich history dating back to 1951, Ikihara Sake Brewery faced potential closure due to aging family members and a lack of successors. Having returned to his roots after working in Tokyo, Yu managed the daunting task of reviving the family business from scratch amidst numerous challenges.

Expert Perspectives

We will also hear from Munetaka Saito, Head of Public Relations at M&A Capital Partners. With extensive experience in business succession through M&A, he will contribute insights on strategies that can help ensure the continuity of SMEs amidst an evolving economic landscape.

Participation and Registration

If you are an SME manager or part of a supporting organization, we encourage you to register for this insightful seminar.
For more details and to sign up, visit: M&A Capital Partners Seminar Page

The event, sponsored by M&A Capital Partners, enjoys the backing of numerous regional newspaper organizations, illustrating a broad-based commitment to supporting SMEs in Japan.

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your understanding of essential management practices that will help secure your company’s future!
We hope to see you online!