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Embracing Empathy: The Journey to an Engaged Society

On June 20, 2025, La torche Co., Ltd., led by CEO Sanae Akima and based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, will host an enlightening online event titled "Fresh Start LIVE #3: How to Make It 'Personal'? - Creating Organizations and Projects That Move Forward Together". This free-to-attend event will be streamed on YouTube and Instagram Live as part of the Fresh Start Project, a support initiative that arose following a tragic event experienced by Jeremy Hunter, a professor at the Drucker School, whose home was lost to a fire in January 2025.

The main objective of this event is to delve into the essential question: How can we transform the empathy we feel into a personal commitment? It aims to provide insights into fostering a culture of participation within teams and organizations, aiming to eliminate the discrepancies and disengagement often felt among individuals involved in such projects.

The Power of Understanding and Engagement

The event will feature discussions among three industry practitioners who will share their real-world experiences in overcoming the hurdles of engaging others. They will explore poignant themes such as: 1. How can we draw out a sense of responsibility from others? and 2. What creates the gaps in emotions and engagement within collaborative efforts? The dialogue will be rich with insights on crowdfunding efforts, social initiatives, and organizational management, making it a practical resource for anyone involved in projects requiring collaborative engagement.

Notably, this discussion not only offers theoretical frameworks but also serves as a real documentation of a project that transitioned from mere support to true co-creation, highlighting how empathy can become a powerful catalyst for change.

Event Details

• - Title: Fresh Start LIVE #3: How to Make It 'Personal'? - Creating Organizations and Projects That Move Forward Together
• - Date: June 20, 2025 (Friday) 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (Japan Time)
• - Format: YouTube LIVE (Free with archive available)
• - Viewing URL: YouTube Live
• - Organized by: Fresh Start Project Executive Committee (Non-Profit Organization)

Meet the Speakers

Mariko Inokuma

CEO of OMOYA and Founder of Women's Future University
Mariko focuses on fostering a society where diverse values contribute to various forms of happiness. Her endeavors include psychological support for women, encouraging entrepreneurs, and community development initiatives.

Asako Inagaki

Engagement Manager at Transform and CEO of Healthiest Me
Asako serves as a guide for both individuals and organizations, facilitating their transformations through self-understanding and constructive dialogue.

Sanae Akima

CEO of La torche and Author of 'Brain Management'
Sanae is the initiator of the Fresh Start Project. She aims to create a world where each individual's unique abilities can shine, developing an approach known as 'Brain Management' to bring out creativity, autonomy, and uniqueness in people and organizations throughout Japan and abroad.

Upcoming Related Event: Special Session on June 28

Following the main event, Fresh Start Project will host a special dialogue session on June 28 at 10:00 AM featuring Jeremy Hunter himself. Titled "Fresh Start for Re-connect," this session will allow participants to hear Jeremy share his personal narrative of resilience, exploring how change and uncertainty can transform into strengths.

Sanae Akima will act as the MC in this insightful session aimed at learning how to navigate through change, addressing personal pain points, and enhancing self-dialogue.

• - Details and Registration: Dialogue Session

Contact & Support

• - Organized by: Fresh Start Project Executive Committee (Non-Profit Organization)
• - Contact Email: JeremyTomo.FreshStart@gmail.com
• - Donations and Support: Support our Activities

Join us for these enriching discussions as we explore how to bridge gaps within organizations and communities, transforming empathy into a collective drive for change.