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Public Lecture Announcement on Information Security and DX Initiatives

The Kanagawa Chapter of the Tokyo Denki University Alumni Association is set to host a public lecture titled "Information Security and DX Initiatives for SMEs" on July 19, 2026, starting at 14:00. The event will take place at the Kanagawa Prefectural Civic Center, located on the second floor in Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City.

As cyberattacks and data breach incidents continue to rise, the need for robust information security measures in companies has become urgent. During this lecture, attendees will gain insight into the critical aspects of information security strategies tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Keihiro Araki, the representative director of Info-Crea Management and an expert in SME consulting, will be leading the discussion.

Key Topics to be Covered:

• - Understanding the mindset required for effective information security measures in the context of rising cyber threats.
• - Establishing comprehensive information security protocols within SMEs.
• - Analyzing past incidents of data breaches to identify points of improvement and preventive measures.
• - The current state of digital transformation (DX) initiatives within SMEs, including the challenges faced and strategies for success, grounded in Mr. Araki's extensive experience as a business consultant.

Event Details:

• - Date & Time: July 19, 2026, from 14:00 to 15:30 (Registration starts at 13:30)
• - Venue: Kanagawa Prefectural Civic Center, 2nd Floor Hall
• - Address: 2-24-2 Tsuruyamachi, Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City (5-minute walk from Yokohama Station, West Exit)
• - Capacity: 180 participants (first come, first served)
• - Admission Fee: Free
• - Registration: No prior registration is required. Interested individuals can attend directly on the day of the event.
• - Organizer: Kanagawa Chapter, Tokyo Denki University Alumni Association
• - Contact Information: Tokyo Denki University Alumni Association Office (TEL: 03-5284-5140)

Speaker Biography:

Keihiro Araki (シンキヨシヒロ) is an accomplished expert in the field of SME consulting and holds specializations as a Small Business Consultant and IT Coordinator.

• - Education: Graduated in March 1992 from the Tokyo Denki University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Communication Engineering.
• - Career Path: Started his career in April 1992 at JR System Corporation, followed by a position at Fuji Xerox Information Systems until March 1997. In April 2007, he registered as a Small Business Consultant and established his own practice, Araki Management Information Research Institute, in April 2009. He founded Info-Crea Management in January 2017.

This public lecture promises valuable insights into the vital fields of information security and digital transformation, aimed specifically at empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to navigate the challenges of the digital age effectively.