HR Craft Night Vol.49: Creating Common Language in Expanding Organizations

The upcoming HR Craft Night will be held on July 16, 2026, focusing on the critical theme of developing a common managerial language in expanding organizations. This event is particularly significant as organizations experience growth, and the foundational sense of why employees work in a company can begin to waver. A mix of startups and large enterprises have been engaging in knowledge sharing in human resources through this event series, with food and drink as a basis for connection.

Event Overview

As organizations expand, they often see a shift in the shared values and behaviors that initially defined their culture. What was once a common understanding during the early days can become fragmented as more team members join, leading to decisions that deviate from the foundational principles of the company. This common dilemma often leads to managers struggling to uphold organizational culture amidst rapid changes.

The goal of this HR Craft Night is to tackle the pressing questions about how to foster ongoing engagement with corporate philosophy and ensure cultural evolution as companies grow. Participants will delve deep into the aspects of goal management and assessment mechanisms that can effectively support this engagement.

We are excited to feature two notable speakers:

- Hoichi Ueno, the Unit Director of the EC Division at YAHOO Brewing, known for implementing teamwork based on corporate philosophy in a fast-growing environment.
- Kuniho Tsubotani, CEO of Tsubotani Consulting, an author of multiple books and a specialist in human resources, who has supported numerous organizations in developing effective HR systems.

The discussions will be moderated by Kei Takahashi, COO of Tsubotani Consulting, and will be filled with insights informed by real-world experiences in managing expanding organizations.

Agenda Highlights

The event aims to cover several key points:

- How can organizations cultivate empathy towards their corporate philosophy as they expand?
- What do managers within expanding organizations need to focus on?
- How can goal management and evaluation be accurately framed within growing companies?
- What initiatives do managers want to pursue to facilitate organizational growth?

Networking Opportunities

Following the panel discussion, a networking session will allow attendees to engage with each other in smaller groups, promoting connections over craft beer while discussing shared challenges in HR.

Event Details

- Date: July 16, 2026
- Time: 20:00 to 22:00 (Doors open at 19:45)
- Location: United Inc., Shibuya, Tokyo
- Participation Fee: ¥3,000 (including tax)
- Target Audience: HR Leaders and above
- Registration URL: Sign Up Here

About Our Speakers

- Hoichi Ueno: With previous experience as a network security engineer at a major systems integrator, he has since transitioned to YAHOO Brewing where he oversees their e-commerce operations.
- Kuniho Tsubotani: With over 20 years of experience in human resources, he specializes in developing effective HR systems and has written multiple insightful publications on organizational management.
- Kei Takahashi: With a rich background in consultancy and startup management, he provides strategic leadership to enhance growth trajectories in organizations.

Previous Participants

Past editions have welcomed numerous industry players, from Akatsuki Inc. to Mercari, showcasing the event's widespread recognition in the HR field.

Conclusion

This HR Craft Night promises to be an enlightening gathering for HR professionals eager to unify managerial approaches in growing organizations. Don’t miss this opportunity to network and share insights!