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Wilgate's Ryo Yoshioka: A Trailblazer in Business Leadership

In a notable achievement, Ryo Yoshioka, the co-founder and executive director of
Wilgate, has been recognized as a finalist in the business sector of the Japan CxO Award 2025. This prestigious award aims to honor next-generation leaders who embody the qualities of a Chief Experience Officer (CxO), positioning them as role models for the future. Yoshioka's selection marks a significant moment in his career, showcasing his impactful contributions to the industry.

What is the Japan CxO Award?

The Japan CxO Award is a highly esteemed recognition that aims to highlight CxOs who serve as role models for future leaders. Currently in its inaugural year, the award is in its final selection phase, leading up to the highly anticipated award ceremony. This event aims to celebrate innovation, leadership, and business growth across various sectors.

Key Judging Panel Members

The judging panel features distinguished professionals, including:

• - Masatada Kobayashi, Group CCuO at Rakuten Group
• - Jo Ikuno, CEO of Globis Capital Partners
• - Tetsuhito Soyama, CHO of CyberAgent

The final announcement for the award winners will take place during the award ceremony, scheduled for December 8, 2025, at the Jiji Press Hall in Tokyo. During this event, the top achievers in each category will be recognized, including business, technology, human resources, and more.

Award Ceremony Details

• - Date & Time: December 8, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• - Location: Jiji Press Hall, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Award Categories: Categories include Business, Technology, HR, Sales & Marketing, among others. Awards will be categorized based on revenue size and employee count.

Selection Criteria

The award's selection process is based on seven key axes:
1. Impact on business growth
2. Innovation and willingness to take risks
3. Influence on society and industry
4. Leadership and team-building skills
5. Stakeholder management capabilities
6. Long-term vision and sustainability
7. Personal charisma as a CxO

Profile of Ryo Yoshioka

Born in 1986 in Okayama, Ryo Yoshioka graduated from Keio University with a degree in Economics. Barely three days after graduating high school, he ventured into entrepreneurship and has since led Wilgate for over 21 years, overseeing a team of 159 employees. As COO, he manages the M&A division, achieving significant milestones such as assisting 8,000 companies in SEO, securing the top spot on Google for SEO strategies, and closing 83 M&A transactions in just six years through Wilgate’s M&A services.

Throughout his career, Yoshioka has launched numerous innovative tools and services, including:

• - TACT SEO in 2018, an AI-driven SEO tool
• - Social Selling initiative in 2021, utilizing social media for sales enhancements
• - Protoru for talent acquisition support in 2022
• - Apotoru, a corporate database set to launch in 2024

To learn more about his impactful work, visit Wilgate’s website.

About Wilgate

Established in 2006 as a web marketing support company for small- and medium-sized enterprises, Wilgate has evolved into a leader in various sectors. The firm specializes in M&A advisory services, attracting clients from the IT and venture capital arenas. Additionally, Wilgate offers comprehensive SEO consulting and content marketing services, emphasizing performance-based results.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Wilgate Inc.
• - Location: 3-8-38 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
• - Established: June 20, 2006
• - CEO: Riki Kojima
• - Business Areas: M&A services, content marketing, sales technology
• - Website: Wilgate

Services Offered

• - M&A Advisory Services – Wilgate M&A
• - SEO Consulting Services – SEO Consulting
• - SEO Analysis Tools – TACT SEO
• - Corporate Database Search Tool – Apotoru
• - Social Selling Consulting – Social Selling

Ryo Yoshioka’s recognition as a finalist in the Japan CxO Award 2025 is a testament to his leadership and innovation in the business sector, inspiring many aspiring leaders in the industry.