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Transforming Decision-Making with Effective Meetings

The Japanese business landscape is evolving rapidly, and meeting efficiency plays a pivotal role in this transformation. To address the challenges of ineffective meetings, Persol Business Process Design, a leader in meeting management solutions, is hosting a free event titled "Decision-Making Transformation: Meeting Reform Night" on August 6, 2025. This event aims to provide practical insights and solutions for enhancing productivity in meetings, ultimately improving organizational decision-making processes.

Event Overview

The event will feature Masayuki Sato, the author of the acclaimed book "Amazon’s Amazing Meetings", as the guest speaker. Sato, who has extensive experience in building efficient meeting structures, will delve into the reasons behind Japan’s stagnant meeting culture and the urgent need for reform. The agenda includes a panel discussion with Makoto Hashiguchi, executive officer of Persol Business Process Design, to explore actionable strategies for achieving meaningful change in meeting dynamics.

This initiative is part of the company’s commitment to advancing digital transformation in management meetings through their innovative meeting management tool, TIMO Meeting. Launched in October 2022, TIMO Meeting integrates AI technologies aimed at enhancing meeting summaries and introducing an AI assistant feature to streamline the entire meeting process. As companies continue to grapple with inefficiencies, TIMO Meeting positions itself as a transformative tool for meeting management.

Insights and Networking Opportunities

Attendees will engage in valuable discussions with peers facing similar challenges in optimizing meeting productivity and decision speeds. This platform encourages participants to share experiences, learn from one another, and foster collaboration. The insights shared during the sessions aim to inspire attendees to develop their own action plans for driving organizational change through effective meetings.

Who Should Attend?

This event is tailored for professionals in management, business planning, DX, and human resources who are seeking to overcome obstacles related to meeting productivity and decision-making. Whether you're looking to benchmark against other companies’ practices or discover real-life examples of successful meeting reforms, this event promises to be an invaluable experience.

Event Details

• - Date: August 6, 2025
• - Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM JST
• - Location: Kioi Conference, 1-4 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (direct access from Nagatacho Station)
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Application URL: Register Here

Featured Speakers

• - Masayuki Sato – Author of "Amazon’s Amazing Meetings" and representative of Ever Growing Partners
• - Makoto Hashiguchi – Executive officer of Persol Business Process Design

Sato’s previous seminars have attracted significant attention, with around 200 attendees across three sessions, indicating a strong interest in the subject matter. Join us for an insightful evening filled with discussions aimed at transforming the way meetings are conducted in Japan.

For those interested in improving their organizations through innovative meeting practices and digital transformation, this is an event not to be missed. Explore how effective meeting management can lead to better decision-making and a more productive work environment.

About TIMO Meeting

TIMO Meeting is designed to streamline the meeting process from pre-meeting setup through to post-meeting task management. This tool not only automates operational workflows but also enables organizations to enhance their meeting efficiency significantly. More details about TIMO Meeting can be found on its product page.

About Persol Business Process Design

Persol Business Process Design aims to revolutionize work environments by combining their capabilities in process design, organizational management, and talent development with technology. Their mission is to create a society enriched with improved working conditions through innovative solutions and practices. The Persol Group stands by the vision of "Work and smile", striving towards a sustainable future.

Together, let’s embrace the future of effective meetings and decision-making in the business world.