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Sherpa's Successful Fundraising with Tokio Marine Group

Sherpa & Company, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its Series B final close fundraising, bringing in investment from the Tokio Marine Group. The company is guided by its vision, "Creating a world where profit and sustainability intersect," and it aims to achieve that through its sustainability data platform, SmartESG.

Fundraising Overview

This latest round of funding, categorized as Series B final close, involves financial contributions facilitated through a stock underwriting agreement primarily with Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd. This partnership signifies not just financial support, but strategic collaboration possibilities that can enrich Sherpa’s growing platform.

Comprehensive Support for ESG Disclosure

Sherpa's offerings transcend mere assistance in corporate sustainability and ESG-related information disclosure. The company is establishing a robust foundation with its SmartESG Assessment, which investigates the ESG compliance status of supply chain partners. Additionally, it provides SmartESG Clarity, a service focused on engagement support for institutional investors and financial organizations, aiming to bridge the gap between investors and businesses through a unique platform integrating non-financial and financial data.

Comment from CEO Jun Sugimoto

"We are incredibly grateful for the trust placed in our vision through Tokio Marine Group's investment in this Series B completion. By merging Tokio Marine's extensive expertise in finance and insurance with our cutting-edge technology, we aspire to enhance the effectiveness of non-financial information, including sustainability data. This collaboration stands to create new business opportunities that directly address practical challenges, and we are committed to supporting the advancement of sustainability management among Japanese companies," said Jun Sugimoto, CEO of Sherpa.

SmartESG: Revolutionizing Sustainability Disclosure

Sherpa's SmartESG cloud service has already been adopted by about 100 major corporations, with the cumulative market capitalization of these clients surpassing approximately 300 trillion yen as of April 2026. The SmartESG series aims to establish a comprehensive sustainability data platform that not only supports disclosure for firms but also connects various stakeholders, including investors, financial institutions, media, and supply chains.

For more detailed information, visit the SmartESG main page or learn about their services:

• - Investor and financial institution service: SmartESG Clarity
• - Sustainability assessment support: SmartESG Assessment

Recruitment Opportunities

As Sherpa continues to expand its operations, the company is actively enhancing its recruitment efforts across multiple positions. It seeks skilled individuals in enterprise sales, customer success, sustainability consulting, and engineers proficient in AI-driven product development. Interested candidates can find more information on their recruitment platform: Recruitment Site.

Company Overview

Established in September 2019, Sherpa & Company is led by CEO Jun Sugimoto and is located at 3-6-32 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa, Tokyo. The company specializes in developing and providing its SmartESG sustainability disclosure support cloud, operating the ESG-specific media outlet ESG Journal Japan, and offering consulting services through ESG Advisory.

For more details regarding the company and its initiatives, visit the official website or the recruitment site.