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Overview of the M&A Seminar

Funai Soken Agata FAS will hold a free online seminar titled "Proactive Management of Labor Consulting Firms through M&A" from September 19 to October 11, 2026. This seminar aims to provide key insights for representatives of labor consultancy firms considering mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Seminar Dates

• - September 19, 2026 (Saturday) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• - September 26, 2026 (Saturday) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• - October 4, 2026 (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• - October 11, 2026 (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

The seminar is free of charge, and participants can choose to attend any of the four identical sessions.

Seminar Highlights

Participants will learn about three main topics:
1. Valuation of the Practice: Understanding how to determine the value of a firm during the M&A process.
2. Communication Strategies: Best practices for informing employees and securing their buy-in regarding the transition.
3. Post-Transaction Role of Leaders: Insights on how leadership roles evolve after an M&A transaction.

The seminar features expert speakers from various backgrounds, including:

• - Akihiro Yamanaka, Manager at Funai Soken Agata FAS
• - Munekatsu Miyamoto, Representative Employee of the Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center
• - Jinnosuke Kitamura, Corporate Planning Department at Open Co., Ltd.

What Attendees Will Gain

Lecture Topics

• - Trends and Case Studies in M&A for Labor Firms: Analysis of M&A strategies aimed at maintaining independence while promoting integration across cultures and operations.
• - Proactive Management for Labor Firms through M&A: Discussing the significant role of digital transformation (DX), artificial intelligence (AI), and business process outsourcing (BPO) in improving productivity and growth opportunities.
• - Accelerated Productivity Growth Post-M&A: Explaining the systems that have been successfully adopted by labor firms to enhance growth resulting from mergers.
• - Essential Insights for Labor Firms Engaging in M&A: Delivering practical guidance on M&A frameworks, representative compensation, and the rationale for pursuing M&A strategies.

Key Benefits

Participants will explore significant M&A trends influenced by demographic shifts, labor shortages, and recent legislative changes affecting labor consultancy firms.

• - Insight into Client Contract Continuity: Understanding the importance of seamless transitions post-M&A to maintain client trust and rapport.
• - Strategic Benefits of M&A: Identifying the comprehensive advantages of undertaking M&A, including enhanced operational efficiency and expanded service capabilities.
• - System Integration: Learning methods to unify disparate HR and payroll cloud solutions to streamline functions effectively.
• - Post-Transaction Employment Conditions: Clarity on employment conditions for representatives and staff after a firm transfer.

Why Attend?

Funai Soken Agata FAS is committed to offering these seminars not as a prelude to forced transitions but as opportunities for labor consulting firms to explore pathways to growth. M&A stands as one option among many in enhancing operational effectiveness and service delivery.

Conclusion

Register now for this enlightening seminar to ensure your consultancy effectively navigates the complexities of M&A. Gain insights that can reshape the future of your firm!

Register Here:

Funai Soken Agata FAS M&A Seminar Registration

For inquiries: Contact us via phone at 0120-901-080 on weekdays from 9:45 AM to 5:30 PM.