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Booost Hosts a Crucial Sustainability Roundtable

On November 18, 2025, Booost Corporation, a leader in sustainability ERP solutions based in Shinagawa, Tokyo, organized an exclusive executive roundtable focused on sustainability. This event brought together twelve high-level executives, specifically CFOs and Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) from major corporations with a market capitalization exceeding one trillion yen, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime.

The roundtable aimed to align participants on the purpose of the forthcoming "Hitotsubashi University × Booost Offensive Sustainability Practical Forum" scheduled for January 2026. It provided a platform for sharing insights and engaging in meaningful dialogues among top executives in Japan's leading companies. Notable guest speaker Matsubara Minoru, Chief Sustainability Officer of Resona Asset Management, led the discussions while Professor Noma from Hitotsubashi University moderated the session.

During the gathering, participants discussed the fundamental differences between the perspectives of investors and companies, fostering an understanding of the essence of institutional disclosures based on ISSB/SSBJ standards. Investors are now increasingly questioning how businesses plan to sustain and grow amidst constraints on natural capital. This scenario underscored a shared recognition that sustainability should not be treated as an isolated initiative but integrated as an extension of corporate strategies.

The roundtable prompted deep discussions among executives about their challenges and creative solutions in implementing sustainable practices. A significant takeaway from the event was a renewed focus on corporate strategies, emphasizing that the current business environment is unsustainable and that executives must adjust their mindsets accordingly. There was a strong sentiment that mere dialogue conducted by Investor Relations personnel would not be enough to effectively convey investor needs and concerns at the executive level.

Participants shared insights from their own experiences, expressing appreciation for the open discussion format that encouraged trust and mutual understanding. Many left the event with a heightened expectation for the upcoming Practical Forum on Offensive Sustainability, valuing the dual-directional dialogue and the rare opportunity to gain direct insights from an investor's viewpoint.

The event also played a critical role in addressing the "Sustainability 2026 Challenge." Companies are currently grappling with an impending obligation to disclose sustainability-related financial information, yet many face delays and a lack of urgency in their responses. Booost aims to combat this issue through its project, "Japan as a Leader in SX," which was launched in November 2024 to promote sustainability transformations among Japanese firms and enhance their global presence.

Booost offers the market-leading "booost Sustainability" platform, an integrated SX system compliant with international disclosure standards. This platform automates the collection and aggregation of over 1,200 sustainability-related data points, enabling real-time monitoring and reporting.

Booost’s efforts have already resulted in implementation across 92 countries, serving around 2,000 companies and more than 192,000 locations by September 2025. The company also provides industry-specific solutions tailored to manufacturing, logistics, and automotive sectors, further solidifying its commitment to supporting corporate value enhancement through sustainable practices.

In preparation for the upcoming challenges of 2026, Booost is actively engaging both executives and practical stakeholders in its initiatives, underscoring the urgent need for companies to build robust systems for utilizing sustainability data in decision-making processes. The collective insights from the roundtable signify a pivotal step towards reshaping corporate approach to sustainability in Japan.

For further inquiries about participation in the "Japan as a Leader in SX" project, please contact:
Booost Corporation
Email: [email protected]

About Booost Corporation

Founded in April 2015, Booost is headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, and is pioneering the future of corporate sustainability with its innovative solutions. The company focuses on helping businesses in their sustainability transformations through advanced data management tools, and remains committed to enhancing corporate value in an increasingly eco-conscious market.

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