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HR FUTURE CONFERENCE 2025 in Tokyo - ONLINE Edition

The highly acclaimed cstrongeHR FUTURE CONFERENCE 2025 in Tokyoc/stronge, organized by SmartCamp Inc. (headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, CEO: Shion Hayashi), has announced its online edition set for January 30, 2026. This event aims to provide insights into the forefront of HR trends, making it accessible for those outside the Tokyo area who couldn’t attend the in-person conference.

Overview of the Conference

The online conference will revisit popular keynote speeches from the physical event that took place in October 2025. Attendees will be able to enjoy some of the most appreciated presentations and gain practical knowledge about system utilization that can be applied in real time.

Featured Keynote Speakers

1. Maki Hamase, CHRO of Nissin Foods Holdings

2. Masato Arisawa, CHRO of Isuzu Motors

3. Akihira Irayama, Professor at Waseda University Business School

Session Theme: “Strategic Human Capital Management in the Era of Practical Human Capital Management”

This session will feature two leaders from Japan’s leading companies, discussing the innovation of corporate culture and the development of new businesses. They will be joined by Akihira Irayama, who will moderate the discussion on practical insights into human capital management.

4. Takanori Toi, Senior Executive Officer of Murata Manufacturing

5. Tetsuto Soyama, CHO of CyberAgent

6. Chikako Morimoto, All Rounder Agent of Morich

Session Theme: “Practical Strategic Talent Acquisition for the Scientific Age”

This panel will explore the philosophy of practical talent acquisition grounded in scientific approaches. The experts will share insights on sustainable growth and the foundations necessary for successful strategic talent acquisition.

7. Keita Sugawara, HR Execution Head at DeNA

8. Makiko Shinoda, Executive Director of Air

9. Masahiko Yasuda, CEO of We Are The People

Session Theme: “Talent Development Strategy 2030 Guided by Backcasting”

Three specialists will discuss the concepts of adaptation and innovation, focusing on future aspirations and the current state of talent development. This session aims to offer actionable methods for HR professionals navigating the landscape of the next-generation organizational support.

10. Nori Imai, Executive Officer and CHRO of Resonac Holdings

11. Ai Miyakawa, Executive Officer CHRO of Mercari

12. Futa Sakai, President of Momentor

Session Theme: “Creating Resilient Foundations for Sustainability in Organizational Management”

The discussion will include insights from three experts, facilitated by Futa Sakai, covering best practices for building organizations that aim for sustainability through resilience. Participants will leave with concrete action plans for future organizational strategies back to the basics.

Conference Details

• - Date: January 30, 2026 (Friday)
• - Location: Online
• - Registration Fee: Free (registration required)
• - Registration Link: Special Event Page

About SmartCamp Inc.

Founded in June 2014, SmartCamp Inc. focuses on enhancing productivity by expanding technology. Their flagship product, the SaaS comparison site BOXIL, supports businesses in sales and marketing. In December 2023, BizHint joined as a group company, promoting SaaS proliferation through diverse customer touchpoints.

• - Company Name: SmartCamp Inc.
• - CEO: Shion Hayashi
• - Business Content: Operations of the SaaS comparison site "BOXIL", inside sales outsourcing "BALES", digital agency focused on SaaS "ADXL", online exhibitions "BOXIL EXPO", and sales engagement SaaS "BALES CLOUD".
• - Website: SmartCamp

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