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Special Webinar Announcement: Exploring the Potential of Search Funds in Regional Revitalization

The Suits Inc. is excited to announce its upcoming special webinar, "Exploring the Potential of Search Funds in Regional Revitalization: Learning from Arato Inc. Case Study," scheduled for November 26, 2025, at 5 PM JST. This will mark the 20th installment of the Suits Inc. special webinar series.

We’ll be joined by guest speaker Ryota Akatsuka, the President and CEO of Arato Inc., who will share valuable insights into utilizing search funds for regional revitalization efforts. This complimentary session promises to deliver real-world examples of M&A and post-merger integration through the lens of search funds.

Webinar Overview

At this session, attendees can expect to hear from Akatsuka on the practical applications of search funds in revitalizing local communities. His discussion will cover personal experiences in successfully conducting M&A processes and strategies for leveraging search funds to foment local economic growth.

If you're interested in participating, please register via the following link: Registration Form.

In addition to this webinar, Suits Inc. has been hosting regular seminars every Wednesday and Friday since Summer 2024. These sessions aim to simplify task management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups (collectively termed 'SMEs'). Every seminar invites industry leaders and experts to enlighten attendees on aspects like management systems, digital transformation, and productivity improvement.

Event Schedule

• - 5:00 PM: Introduction
• - 5:05 PM: Guest Presentation by Ryota Akatsuka on the potential of search funds in regional revitalization
• - 5:30 PM: Discussion between Ryota Akatsuka and Yusuke Komatsu, CEO of Suits Inc.
• - 5:50 PM: Q&A session

With years of experience in value enhancement for SMEs, Yusuke Komatsu will moderate the session, guiding the audience through stimulating discussions and practical inquiries.

About Our Guest Speaker

Ryota Akatsuka is a seasoned entrepreneur having graduated with an MBA from INSEAD. With an impressive background that includes significant roles in Mitsui & Co., EF Education First Japan, and Rakuten Inc., he has a keen understanding of both operational intricacies and strategic business development. Since establishing Arato Inc. in January 2021, Akatsuka has committed to fostering rich local communities for future generations.

About Our Host

Yusuke Komatsu, the CEO of Suits Inc., has a proven track record in revitalizing businesses and enhancing the economic performance of SMEs. Under his leadership, Suits was founded to bridge management support gaps and digital transformation needs among Japanese SMEs.

Suits Up Service Overview

Suits Up is a management support cloud designed to facilitate team task management effortlessly. It adopts a spreadsheet-like interface to visualize team tasks, helping to mitigate issues such as missed deadlines and task omissions. We aim to enhance business efficiency and operational improvements through effective task management.

Starting from September 2023, we had our alpha version, followed by the beta release in April 2024 introducing enhanced functionalities, including task templates and deadline notifications, aimed at simplifying continuous task management.

We are dedicated to providing our users with affordable plans, ensuring that the service remains accessible to organizations of all sizes. For a limited period, our beta version allows for free initial fees until December 31, 2025.

Ongoing efforts from Suits Inc. will intertwine with the evolving landscape of Japanese SMEs, ensuring that our webinars and services continue to pave the way for enhanced management practices. Please visit our official site for more information on Suits Up and upcoming events: Suits Inc. Website.