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BA Awards 2026: Celebrating Specialists Supporting Regional Economies

On June 12, 2026, Kokopelli Inc., based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, hosted the BA Awards 2026, an event dedicated to recognizing outstanding bank officers who have significantly contributed to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the innovative management support platform, Big Advance. This unique award ceremony highlighted the vital role of these specialists in revitalizing local economies.

Event Overview

The awards ceremony took place at the Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel, gathering approximately 80 participants from around 31 regional financial institutions, including first and second-tier local banks, credit unions, and other financial organizations implementing the Big Advance platform. The main focus was to highlight the excellent efforts of bank employees in leveraging their services to support SMEs effectively.

During the event, an impressive number of 33 exceptional individuals were honored for their achievements. Participants also had the chance to share experiences and best practices across different banking institutions, fostering collaborative discussions aimed at enhancing regional economic initiatives.

Special Opening Lecture

The event commenced with a special keynote speech led by Mr. Ohitsu from Midas Capital, who shared his invaluable insights gained throughout his career in the finance sector and his experience supporting startups. He emphasized the importance of resilience and learning from failures while progressing forward. His address provided a thought-provoking evaluation of the evolving role of financial institutions in supporting client needs during challenging times.

Award Presentation and Networking

Feedback from the participating bank officers was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their gratitude for the stimulating insights shared during the event. Comments such as, “I was inspired by the case studies presented by other financial institutions,” and “I gained valuable experiences that I can apply to future proposals” were common among attendees. Furthermore, participants appreciated the opportunity to build relationships beyond their respective organizations, contributing to a journey of collective learning and growth.

Highlighting Award Recipients' Successes

The awardees also shared their success stories, detailing how they carefully identified the management challenges and growth needs of their client companies through lending proposals. Their presentations illustrated how they utilized the Big Advance platform to assist in expanding market avenues and providing fundamental business support. Collaborative efforts with group companies and external organizations were also showcased, successfully driving brand development and market penetration for their clients.

Event Summary

Event Name

BA Awards 2026: Celebrating Specialists Supporting Regional Economies

Date and Time

June 12, 2026 (Friday), 13:30 - 16:45

Venue

Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel, 3-7-11 Ariake, Koto, Tokyo

Participants

Total Financial Institutions: 31, Total Participants: 80 (including 33 award recipients)

About Kokopelli Inc.

• - Company Name: Kokopelli Inc.
• - Location: 11th Floor, Kioicho Building, 3-12 Kioicho, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - CEO: Shigeru Kondo
• - Established: June 2007
• - Business Focus: Business platform services
• - Website: kokopelli-inc.com
• - Key Services: SME management support service “Big Advance,” International business matching platform “BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL.”

The BA Awards 2026 not only honored the diligent efforts of financial professionals but also served as a crucial platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration to drive regional economic growth effectively.