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Unveiling the World of CVC and VC: Insights from Industry Leaders

On November 10, 2025, a groundbreaking event titled "CVC and VC: A Deep Dive into Investment and Career from a Capitalist's Perspective" will take place both offline and online, hosted by the esteemed company, Kreis & Company. This seminar aims to explore the evolving roles of Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) and Venture Capital (VC) and the necessary skills and career opportunities related to them. The speakers for the event include Daiju Suzuki, Senior Investment Director of Sony Ventures, and Hiroshi Oka, General Partner at Spiral Innovation Partners, while Kenji Kobayashi, a co-founder of Sinifian, will serve as the moderator.

The Significance of CVC and VC in Today's Business Environment

CVCs and VCs are becoming ever more crucial as the landscape of startup investments changes dramatically. CVCs are evolving beyond being mere investors, acting instead as key players that directly influence their parent organizations and businesses. The skills that capitalists need are expanding more than ever before. This event will seek to dissect these changes, focusing on real examples and discussions that shed light on the roles of CVC and VC from three critical perspectives: roles, skills required, and career pathways.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Understanding the Realities of CVC and VC: Explore the differences between CVC and VC, covering aspects from organizational roles and investment strategies to compensation and career trajectories.
2. Characteristics of Successful Candidates: Identify what makes a person stand out in this competitive industry, as well as the challenges—referred to as “hard things”—that may come along the way.
3. The Future of CVC and VC in the Startup Ecosystem: Discuss the upcoming trends and how CVCs and VCs can adapt to remain relevant in a rapidly changing environment.

This event is a unique opportunity to gain insight into the inner workings of CVC and VC operations. Importantly, it will be conducted as a “completely off-the-record” session, meaning that no archival videos or reports will be made available to the public afterward. Attendees are encouraged to fully immerse themselves in the candid discussions, where they can gain valuable insights that might not be available elsewhere.

Networking Opportunity

After the seminar, there will also be an exclusive networking session for in-person participants, providing a chance to interact with the speakers in a casual environment. This limited-attendance setting will allow attendees to foster valuable connections with industry leaders and other participants.

Event Details:

• - Date and Time: November 10, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Online streaming will be available until 8:30 PM.
• - Location: KC Base Shiodome, inside Kreis & Company in Minato, Tokyo, Japan, or online via Zoom.
• - Subscription Fees: Offline participation is ¥1,000 (advance payment required), while online participation is free.
• - Registration Deadline: By November 6, 12:00 PM.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for individuals currently working in the fields of VC or CVC, strategy consulting firms, private equity funds, investment banks, and senior executives from startups, as well as anyone with a keen interest in the topics discussed.

About Kreis & Company

Kreis & Company has been facilitating high-class career transitions since its inception, focusing on understanding the values, strengths, and aspirations of candidates. Their commitment to these principles has led to a high matching accuracy rate, contributing significantly to the career advancement of their clients.

For more details and to register, please visit: Kreis Shiodome Academy