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Online Seminar on Sustainability Practices in Business Planning

In an era where sustainability is becoming an increasingly central theme for businesses, the Japan Management Association is set to host an online seminar titled "Sustainability Practices for Business Planning" on February 25, 2026. This event is tailored for professionals involved in corporate planning, aimed at providing them with practical tools to effectively incorporate sustainability into their management strategies.

The Essence of the Seminar

The seminar's primary goal is to link corporate philosophies about sustainability to concrete actions and frameworks that drive practical outcomes within organizations. Attendees will learn how to effectively distill sustainability principles into a structured approach, focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure a holistic implementation across various company levels.

The session promises insights from seasoned lecturers well-versed in sustainability strategies, providing practical approaches that can be applied in real-world business scenarios. The seminar will be accessible online, allowing participants nationwide to join, and features a recording option for those unable to attend the live broadcast, ensuring repeat access to valuable content.

Why Sustainability Matters in Business Planning

Integrating sustainability is no longer just a trend; it is a necessity. Various factors like human capital, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, and health management must converge within a unified operational framework. Businesses often grapple with these diverse elements—this seminar will assist in navigating these challenges to create effective systems that motivate teams and drive results.

The seminar focuses on key learning objectives, which include:

• - Organizing sustainability, human capital, and ESG data into a common language that can enhance business planning.
• - Connecting ideology, data, and institutional frameworks to create mechanisms that galvanize management actions.
• - Leveraging AI and the OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) loop to improve decision-making capabilities and proactive driving forces for sustainable management.

The Speaker: Mr. Kinya Inaki

Leading the session will be Mr. Kinya Inaki, a prominent sustainability consultant and President of Laugh Diamond Co., Ltd. A graduate of the University of Tokyo's agricultural engineering department, Mr. Inaki has cultivated rich experience in research, development, quality assurance, production management, and environmental management at Ajinomoto AGF.

His expertise lies in bridging management objectives with sustainability practices, honing a practical management approach that incorporates financial perspectives into sustainability-focused business strategies. Moreover, Mr. Inaki has been instrumental in designing cross-organizational management systems based on ISO standards while actively collaborating in product development initiatives. Currently, his consulting services target sustainable growth for businesses by integrating leadership strategies, sustainability, and ISO methodologies.

Seminar Highlights

Attendees can look forward to engaging topics, which include:
1. Designing Sustainability in Business Planning: Understanding how non-financial indicators of quality, environment, safety, and human resources can translate into financial outcomes.
2. Design Thinking for Sustainability: Exploring a structured approach to connecting corporate philosophy, systems, and actions.
3. Creating a Value Creation Process: Regrouping ESG, human capital, and health management as a unified process to drive complete company engagement.
4. Utilizing AI and OODA in Sustainability Management: Improving decision-making resilience through a structured observation and action approach.
5. Implementing Immediate Action Plans: Connecting KPIs to actionable outcomes that encourage proactive management.

Event Details

• - Date: February 25, 2026, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Live) and subsequently available from March 4 to March 11, 2026 (Catch-up viewing).
• - Format: Online (via Deliveru) – includes live broadcasting.
• - Fees: Member pricing is ¥35,200, and general access is ¥42,900 (including tax).
• - Registration and Details: For more information or to register, please visit Japan Management Association Seminar Registration.

This comprehensive seminar on sustainability in business planning offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts. Secure your place and take a significant step towards integrating sustainable practices in your corporate strategies.