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New Horizon Collective Sponsors Innovative Program

New Horizon Collective, a Tokyo-based company founded by Yuji Yamaguchi and Tomohiro Nozawa, is excited to announce its support for an innovative program led by Osaka University. This initiative, titled the "Business Planning Program Focusing on the Social Implementation of Advanced Technologies by Young Excellent Researchers," aims to bridge research and practical business applications. Starting from October 9, entrepreneurs and engineers interested in participating can apply to join this unique opportunity.

Overview of the Program

The program is spearheaded by Osaka University’s Future-type Intellectual Infrastructure Creation Center (FICCT). It focuses on collaboration between researchers, entrepreneurs, and engineers to devise business plans that make use of cutting-edge research outcomes. Teams of three will form groups, gathering insights from communities with specific challenges, and ultimately present their business proposals.

Over a span of six months, participants will receive guidance from professionals across various fields, including attorneys, venture capitalists, and experienced researchers, enhancing their practical knowledge while attending lectures and engaging in group work that deepens their technological understanding.

The business plans that are selected for presentation may receive further support for commercialization in the subsequent year. Furthermore, participants will gain access to additional services offered through the Life Shift Platform (LSP), also run by New Horizon Collective.

The Life Shift Platform (LSP) enables business professionals with diverse expertise to continue providing value independently throughout their careers, even as they age.

For more details, visit: LSP Official Site

Application Details

The call for participants began on October 9, 2023. The program is organized by the FICCT at Osaka University and supported by the Kansai Economic Federation. Other cooperating organizations include the Umekita Future Innovation Organization, Mizuho Bank, Japan Policy Finance Corporation, and Keihan Holdings.

Who can apply?
1. University Researchers: Those affiliated with FICCT and SAKIGAKE interested in the commercialization of technology without the need for prior entrepreneurship literacy. They should also be eager to participate in FICCT’s future activities.
2. Aspiring CEOs or Entrepreneurs: Current professionals working in a company who are interested in starting their own business, as well as those with entrepreneurial experience aiming to launch new ventures, including university students.
3. Engineers Interested in Entrepreneurship: Engineers with experience in circuit design and programming or those affiliated with educational institutions aiming to start their own businesses.

The application portal can be found at the official website: New Horizon Collective Application. For inquiries, contact the FICCT center at [email protected].

About FICCT

The Future-type Intellectual Infrastructure Creation Center (FICCT) at Osaka University was established in 2021 and aims to solve social issues through collaboration between industry, academia, and government.

Location: 8-1 Miho-ga-oka, Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture, 567-0047, Japan
Director: Takashi Sekiya

The center has transitioned from a developmental to a full-scale operation as of 2023, focusing on practical solutions for contemporary societal challenges.

About New Horizon Collective

New Horizon Collective, established on November 12, 2020, operates out of its office in Ginza, Tokyo. The company is known for managing the Life Shift Platform (LSP) and is fully funded by Dentsu Inc. Its mission is to create new value for society in collaboration with professional partners.

For more information, check their website: New Horizon Collective
Awards: Winner of the Nikkei Reskilling Award 2024 for the Innovative Division.