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HiPro's Endeavors for Sendai's Startup Support

On February 27, 2026, a significant event known as the TOHOKU STARTUP PROJECT DEMO DAY 2025 will take place at the Azabudai Hills in Tokyo, organized by PERSOL Career Co., Ltd. This event is a culmination of the company's efforts in building a support network for startups in Sendai and the broader Tohoku region through the HiPro Direct matching platform for freelance and part-time professionals.

Objective of HiPro Direct

HiPro Direct aims to foster business growth among startups in the Tohoku area by connecting them with prospective CXO-level talent in the Greater Tokyo region. The initiative emphasizes three main objectives:
1. Matching startups in Sendai with potential CXOs and supportive professionals, such as VCs and investors, who are keen to assist in their growth journey.
2. Establishing a new network of human resources in Sendai that attracts aspiring startup professionals and supporters from larger metropolitan areas.
3. Promoting Sendai's support initiatives to bolster its presence and attractiveness as a startup hub in the region.

As part of these efforts, the TOHOKU STARTUP PROJECT DEMO DAY 2025 will showcase the achievements of the initiative, opening discussions about the strategies employed and their outcomes.

Event Details

Date and Format

• - Date: February 27, 2026
• - Time: 14:00 – 18:00
• - Format: Hybrid (in-person and online)
• - Location: Azabudai Hills, Tokyo (Headquarters of PERSOL Career Co., Ltd.)
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Capacity: 50 in-person attendees (first-come, first-served), unlimited online participants

Participating Companies

The event welcomes companies actively utilizing freelance and part-time talent, including:

• - AZUL Energy Co., Ltd.
• - Crowd Sense, Inc.
• - Satoyama Engineering Co., Ltd.
• - Fight Chemical Products Co., Ltd.
• - bionto Co., Ltd.

Application Process

Interested attendees can apply through the special page for the TOHOKU STARTUP PROJECT DEMO DAY 2025: Event Registration.

Program Outline

The scheduled program includes:

• - 14:00 - 14:15: Opening Session: SENDAI Startup Vision 2025

- Discussion on the collaboration between industry and academia and strategies for enhancing support in deep tech and global expansion. Speaker: Motohisa Inafune, Economic Bureau of Sendai City.

• - 14:15 - 15:15: TOHOKU STARTUPS POWER UP PROJECT Results Presentation

- Sharing the outcomes of matching CXO candidates with supporting companies, featuring insights from participating businesses and part-time CXOs. Speakers include Shin Kurata, CEO of Satoyama Engineering, and part-time CXO Yuichiro Takasaki.

• - 15:15 - 16:15: TGA 2025 EIR Program Outcome Presentation

- EIR participants will present their challenges, strategies, and required talent in the deep tech field.

• - 16:15 - 17:00: SENDAI DeepTech Pitch

- Startups will pitch their business plans and growth strategies. Presenters will include leaders from AZUL Energy, Crowd Sense, and other emerging ventures.

• - 17:00 - 18:00: Networking Session

The Role of HiPro

The HiPro service aims to connect businesses facing talent shortages with part-time and freelance individuals who can meet their specific needs. With the rise of freelancing, the HiPro platform facilitates direct engagements between companies and potential workers, significantly improving the ease and speed of project matches.

PERSOL Career Co., Ltd., committed to enhancing the work experience for individuals, continues to focus on creating value and tackling social issues through innovative career solutions, setting a progressive path for Japan's workforce landscape.

For more information on HiPro, visit HiPro Official Website.

Through initiatives like the TOHOKU STARTUP PROJECT DEMO DAY 2025, PERSOL Career is making strides in building a vibrant startup ecosystem that not only benefits the Tohoku region but also contributes to Japan's overall economic vitality.