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Lanitech and Digital Hollywood Studio Matsuyama Secure a Partnership with Ehime Orange Vikings

On October 23, 2023, Lanitech, a company dedicated to enhancing technology education and community partnerships, officially announced a Gold Partnership with the Ehime Orange Vikings, a team competing in Japan's B2 League of professional basketball. The partnership aims to leverage technology to foster new values at the intersection of sports and community engagement.

Background of the Partnership

Lanitech, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, is on a mission to connect individuals and society through technology, with a strong emphasis on IT and AI support. The company spans various sectors, including educational initiatives, workforce development, and community collaboration. In Ehime Prefecture, Lanitech has been actively involved in:

• - Operating Digital Hollywood Studio Matsuyama,
• - Running a Digital Kids Club focused on next-generation digital education,
• - Promoting regional digital transformation (DX) in partnership with businesses and local governments.

Through these initiatives, Lanitech aims to cultivate talent and invigorate the local community through digital innovation. The Ehime Orange Vikings hold a special place in the hearts of fans, delivering excitement and dreams through sports. Lanitech deeply resonates with the club's philosophy of connecting communities, which solidified their commitment to this partnership as they believe that the fusion of sports and digital technology can transform the future of the region.

Challenges Ahead for Club Growth and Regional Revitalization

Moving forward, Lanitech and Digital Hollywood Studio Matsuyama will support Ehime Orange Vikings as they aim for success in the new league, B.LEAGUE ONE, set to kick off in the 2026-27 season. Their ultimate goal includes qualifying for the prestigious B.LEAGUE PREMIER. By merging the unifying power of sports with technology's potential to broaden possibilities, this partnership aims to simultaneously boost the club's growth and invigorate the local community. Together with the club, they aspire to create a society where the youth in Ehime can dream and bravely tackle challenges.

Company Overview

Ehime Sports Entertainment Co., Ltd.

• - Location: 1-4-1 Ichibancho, Matsuyama, Ehime
• - CEO: Junya Kitano
• - Established: September 2015
• - Business: Operations of Ehime Orange Vikings, a B.LEAGUE B2 team in the western division
• - Website: orangevikings.jp

Digital Hollywood Studio Matsuyama (Operated by Lanitech)

• - Location: Matsuyama, Ehime
• - Services: A creative training school offering courses in design, video editing, web development, 3D graphics, and AI applications
• - Website: dhw.co.jp/schools/matsuyama

Lanitech LLC

• - CEO: Yasuhiro Nishiwaki
• - Location: 2F Kuwano Building, 6-23-4 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
• - Established: August 23, 2021
• - Business: Focused on providing comprehensive support in three main areas: IT and AI solutions, education, and community collaboration. They help businesses drive digital transformation and adopt generative AI, along with developing systems and fostering digital talent. Their mission is to design the future of people and society through technology.
• - Website: lanitech.jp