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OnBoard Inc. Announces New Executive Seminars for 2026

OnBoard Inc., a company dedicated to training and introducing female executives, has recently announced its plans to host a series of free seminars in 2026. This initiative will focus on the professional development of women in leadership roles and provide potential candidates with the necessary skills and insights they need to succeed as executives.

Free Introduction Seminar

The first event, titled "How to Become an Outside Director? - Required Skills and Concrete Steps for 2026," is scheduled for May 25, 2026. This session will be led by respected industry leaders, including Naoko Koshii and Kaoru Matsuzawa, both CEOs of OnBoard. Through this introductory seminar, participants will learn about the current demand for female executives and the specific qualities organizations seek in candidates.

In recent years, the percentage of female executives in listed companies has increased, partly due to new voting criteria from institutional investors and the government’s goal of achieving 30% female executives in prime firms by 2030. However, aspiring female executives often face barriers in securing their first directorship, which this seminar aims to address. Attendees will gain essential insights regardless of gender, making it a valuable opportunity for anyone considering a position as an outside director.

This seminar serves as a foundation for the subsequent series, allowing participants to evaluate whether to continue with OnBoard's 2026 seminars focused on enhancing corporate value through female outside directors.

Link to Details: Introduction Seminar

2026 Corporate Value Enhancement Seminar for Female Outside Directors

Following the introductory seminar, OnBoard will host a more comprehensive series of workshops running from July 2026 to February 2027. Each session, ranging from an hour to over two hours, will cover essential topics aimed at equipping current and future outside directors with key skills.

For instance, the first session will discuss the legal duties and responsibilities of directors and auditors, while the second will feature a panel discussion on the relationship between outside directors and capital markets. Subsequent sessions will dive into fundamental accounting practices, mid-term planning for enhancing corporate value, and strategies for responding to financial crises.

Prominent guest experts, including freelance legal advisors and accounting professionals, will share insights during practical sessions, offering attendees invaluable knowledge that goes beyond theoretical teachings. This comprehensive program emphasizes the importance of real-world experience and specialized knowledge in driving corporate value forward.

Link to Details: Corporate Value Enhancement Seminar

By participating in all sessions, attendees will gain a well-rounded understanding of the executive role, networking opportunities, and insights into the responsibilities and actions required to enhance corporate governance.

About OnBoard Inc.

Founded in Tokyo, Japan, OnBoard Inc. specializes in training candidates, matching them with organizations, and supporting their development to encourage greater female representation in executive roles. The team is led by experienced professionals such as Naoko Koshii and Kaoru Matsuzawa, both prominent figures in the legal field with extensive backgrounds in law and corporate governance.

The company is located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, and aims to create a more balanced executive landscape through its educational initiatives and programs.

For further inquiries regarding the seminars, please contact OnBoard at [email protected].