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AI Storm and Four-est Education Establish Strategic Partnership

AI Storm, officially known as AIストーム株式会社, has recently solidified a strategic alliance with Four-est Education, an international education and cross-border talent development company operating in Canada and China. This collaboration aims to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in AI and IT, especially within Japan's rapidly evolving job market.

The Partnership Overview

Under this new partnership, young talent residing in China will have the opportunity to enroll in AI Storm's online AI school, Storm Academy. Through this platform, they will acquire practical skills in AI and IT, while also receiving support for Japanese language education at the N2 level in cooperation with Four-est Education. The ultimate goal is to connect these skilled individuals with employment opportunities in Japanese companies, creating a robust talent supply chain.

Addressing the Talent Shortage

Japan is currently facing a significant shortage of IT personnel due to various economic factors. The Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry has forecasted a potential shortfall of hundreds of thousands of skilled workers in the coming years, which highlights the pressing need for specialized talent in the AI and digital transformation sectors.
On the flip side, there is an abundance of capable young professionals in China, particularly in science and engineering fields. However, many of these individuals are not able to fully utilize their skills due to barriers such as a lack of connection with Japanese companies, insufficient opportunities for practical AI education, and language proficiency challenges.
Recognizing this gap, AI Storm aims to transition its supply model from merely "finding talent" to "nurturing and delivering it." This reform is designed to strengthen the connection between education and employment, effectively addressing the mismatches that currently exist.

About Four-est Education

Four-est Education, headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, is a pivotal player in international educational support and cross-border talent development. With strong ties to 14 high schools and universities in China, Four-est Education has established an effective network to provide a stable supply of talent suitable for Japanese companies through a multi-tiered selection process.
Additionally, its Chinese partner company, Luoyang Yuanyi Technology Co., Ltd., plays a crucial role in screening and re-educating candidates in AI, IT, and engineering fields, ensuring that they possess the necessary technical understanding.

Comprehensive Initiative

AI Storm's partnership encompasses multiple educational strategies:

• - Practical AI and IT Education: The Storm Academy provides a curriculum focused on practical skills that align with the labor needs of Japanese enterprises, emphasizing the use of generative AI for operational improvements and AI-driven development.
• - Japanese Language Support: With Four-est Education's extensive network, learners will receive comprehensive support for achieving Japanese language proficiency at the N2 level, essential for integration into Japanese workplaces.
• - Employment Connections: Collaborating with domestic recruitment agencies, AI Storm will facilitate job placement and create pathways for employment opportunities in Japan.

This model, characterized by the integration of education, language, and practical skill matching, aims to build a sustainable talent circulation system.

Insights from AI Storm's CEO, Toshiro Imai

Toshiro Imai, the CEO of AI Storm, highlighted, “The competitiveness of Japan hinges on its talent. Instead of merely filling gaps, we strive to nurture, connect, and create a cyclical system for our workforce. Establishing a robust supply chain is the most pressing management challenge today.”
He emphasized that through the partnership with Four-est Education, AI Storm is poised to enhance practical skills in AI & IT and seamlessly integrate language education with employment opportunities.
Furthermore, he remarked on the global nature of AI technology, asserting that this partnership strengthens the framework for supplying high-skilled IT talent that bridges Japan and China, ultimately supporting Japan's AI and digital transformation efforts. This collaboration is envisioned as a concrete step toward achieving their goal of reaching a market valuation of 50 billion yen.

Future Outlook

In summary, this partnership marks the initial phase of an ambitious plan for AI Storm to expand its AI educational initiatives globally. By focusing on building a diverse talent pool through education, connecting real job opportunities through recruitment, and integrating international expansion for scalability, this initiative sets the foundation for establishing AI personnel supply as a core component of AI Storm’s business operations.
AI Storm is committed to enhancing its business scalability by linking AI education, talent development, and investments, ensuring the realization of its 50 billion yen valuation objective.

About the Companies

AI Storm, Inc. (formerly Jexceed Inc.)

• - CEO: Toshiro Imai
• - Location: 3-17-11 Kanda Nishikicho, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Business: AI services, AI education, AI product development, ERP/HR consulting, LED vision, truck sales and leasing, ad truck advertising, IT equipment sales.
• - Website: AI Storm

Four-est Education

• - Name: FFFour-est Education Service Inc.
• - Location: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
• - Founded: February 2023
• - Founder & Director: Yunxi Lin
• - Business: International educational support, cross-border talent development, Japan-China talent matching.

Partner Company

• - Name: Luoyang Yuanyi Technology Co., Ltd.
• - Location: Luoyang, China
• - Business: Industry-linked talent supply and management of educational networks in AI, IT, and engineering.