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Join the Freee IPO Day 2025

On December 16, 2025, Freee Corporation will host the "Freee IPO Day 2025 - A Day for Challengers to Shape the Future". This significant event features Hiroaki Kato, the Chairman of the IPO Association, who will highlight the limitless potential of IPOs. The conference aims to delve into the essentials of non-linear growth alongside the future leaders of Japan’s startup ecosystem during this transformative period.

The seminar welcomes executives and leaders from startup companies and those preparing for IPOs, creating an open platform for participation from anyone aiming for non-linear growth. With an expected attendance of 200 guests, the event promises a blend of expert insights and networking opportunities.

Event Highlights

Hiroaki Kato will serve as a facilitator for the session dedicated to the role of CFOs, scheduled from 14:15 to 14:55. He will guide discussions with three distinguished panelists:

• - Kenichi Nogami, CFO of Infcurion Co., Ltd.
• - Shota Toda, CFO of Kurashiru Co., Ltd.
• - Tomoaki Yagi, CFO of Timee Co., Ltd.

These CFOs will share their experiences regarding the IPO preparation process and their initiatives post-IPO. Attendees can expect thought-provoking questions from Kato, who specializes in IPOs, as he explores the perspectives of growth-oriented CFOs.

Schedule Overview

The event will kick off with an opening session at 14:00, led by Freee’s CEO Daisuke Sasaki. Following the introductory remarks, several sessions will be held throughout the day:

1. Opening Session (14:00 - 14:15) - Daisuke Sasaki (CEO, Freee Co., Ltd.)
2. Role of CFOs (14:15 - 14:55) - A discussion on the critical missions of CFOs featuring experts from leading companies.
3. Culture (15:10 - 15:50) - Insights into the organizational culture that supports growth, featuring leaders from akippa, any, and YOUTRUST.
4. Strategic Group Integration (16:05 - 16:45) - Identifying reasons behind UPSIDER's collaboration with Mizuho Financial Group.
5. Special Session (17:00 - 17:40) - An engaging discussion on leadership across generations.
6. Networking Event (18:10 - 19:30) - A chance for all participants to connect and foster relationships.

Featured Speaker Profile: Hiroaki Kato

Hiroaki Kato graduated from Hitotsubashi University with a degree in Commerce. After passing the CPA examination in 2007, he entered an auditing firm specializing in IPO and VC audits and IFRS advisory services. He made headlines in 2015 by successfully leading an advertisement IT company to an IPO on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Mothers section after establishing a comprehensive management system across eight global locations.

In 2021, he founded the IPO Association Todoroki, aiming to promote and educate about IPOs while also providing tools to visualize IPO probability through their service, the "IPO Todoroki Score®".

Logistics

• - Date & Time: December 16, 2025; Doors open at 13:00, closing at 19:30.
• - Location: Nihonbashi Mitsui Hall, Tokyo, Japan.
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Registration: Click Here to Register

This event is a must-attend for those looking to explore the intricacies of IPOs and network with industry leaders. Join us on this exciting journey towards non-linear growth and witness firsthand how visionary leaders shape the future.