The Essential Leadership Qualities Needed for R&D Talent Development

Seminar on Technology Leaders in R&D

A pivotal seminar titled "The Essential Leadership Qualities Needed for R&D Talent Development" will take place on November 20, 2025, from 1 PM to 3 PM. This event is organized by the New Social Systems Research Institute (SSK) and will feature Hajime Hiraki, the CEO of Chemistry Cube and an innovation consultant, as the keynote speaker.

Seminar Overview

In today's unpredictable landscape, organizations are increasingly recognizing the critical need for leaders who can harness technology to drive innovation and bring value to their companies. Under the theme of cultivating 'Technology Leaders,' this seminar aims to explore their essential roles, required skills, and strategies for nurturing future leaders. The seminar will highlight the changing dynamics in R&D and the vital part that technology leadership plays in addressing societal challenges and meeting customer needs.

Key Discussion Points:

1. The Era of Technology Leaders
1.1 Changes in Corporate Environment and Urgent Needs
1.2 The Age of Innovation
1.3 Evolving Roles of R&D and On-the-Ground Challenges
1.4 Self-Transformation in R&D and Technology Leadership

2. What Defines a Technology Leader
2.1 A New Career Path for Engineers and Researchers
2.2 The Role and Significance of a Technology Leader
2.3 Skills and Mindset Required for Technology Leaders
2.4 Approaches to Developing Generative Leaders

3. Practical Technology Leadership Techniques
3.1 The Interplay of Leadership and Management
3.2 Vision Creation
3.3 Strategic Technology Planning
3.4 Team Energization

4. Cultivating Technology Leaders
4.1 Technology Leaders Are Not Just Extensions of Current Roles
4.2 Positioning Technology Leadership as a Viable Career
4.3 Emphasizing Experiential Learning
4.4 Building Organizations that Enable Technology Leader Success

5. Q&A Session and Networking Opportunities

Registration Options

Participants can choose to attend the seminar in person at the SSK Seminar Room located in Minato City, Tokyo, or join via live streaming through Zoom. Additionally, an archive of the session will be available for two weeks, allowing participants to watch at their convenience.

For more details and to reserve a spot, please visit the official seminar page.

About SSK

Established on December 6, 1996, the New Social Systems Research Institute (SSK) has delivered over 500 corporate seminars annually for over 28 years. Their goal is to provide high-level management and technology information swiftly, contributing to business opportunities in a diversifying landscape. SSK provides an array of services, including seminar planning and execution, expert speaker arrangements, B2B advertising, contracted market research, and selling seminar on-demand content, all aimed at aiding clients in achieving business growth and success.