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Introduction to Topics 2026

Trinity Corporation, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has officially launched the recruitment process for companies wishing to participate in its innovative community, 'Topics 2026'. This initiative brings together creative professionals from various sectors to foster learning and collaboration.

Purpose of Topics

The 'Topics' community serves as a distinctive platform where organizations can strategically explore the future of their own creative teams. By examining case studies from diverse companies, participants gain valuable insights into their strengths and weaknesses, encouraging them to reevaluate their strategic choices objectively. Through discussions with members from different generations and career stages, companies can recognize gaps in perspectives and improve communication within their departments.

This community aims to uncover the value that creative organizations can contribute to management and business transformation. It offers a rare opportunity for participants to gain practical knowledge that directly relates to organizational change.

Achievements of the 2025 Program

The final session of Topics 2025 included presentations summarizing the year's activities, hosted at Kokuyo Corporation's venue, THE CAMPUS in Shinagawa, Tokyo. Companies shared their insights and learning experiences, showcasing the collaborative nature of the community.

Value Gained by Participation

1. Understanding Design and Creative Organization Structures: Participants can learn about the roles and personnel configurations of other companies’ creative teams, aiding them in formulating strategies and revising their current approaches.
2. Objective Assessment: Engaging with management perspectives from different industries allows teams to grasp their own strengths and weaknesses.
3. Inter-Generational Dialogue: Conversations across different age groups reveal recognition gaps, ultimately enhancing internal communication.
4. Articulating Value: Teams will learn to express the value of their creative organizations effectively, thereby fostering dialogue and consensus with management and other departments.

Who Should Apply?

'Topics 2026' is designed for organizations seeking to:

• - Communicate the value of their creative teams to management and internal stakeholders.
• - Reassess the role of design and creative teams in an AI-driven era.
• - Learn from external initiatives to stimulate internal organizational change.
• - Expand their networks and perspectives through external learning opportunities.

Themes of Topics 2026

The 2026 program will focus on two main themes:

1. Vertical Discussion: Engaging with Management - 'Love Letter to the CEO'
This segment aims to deepen the understanding of decision-making backgrounds and how to communicate value and vision effectively. Participants will delve into integrated reporting and conduct visits to various corporate executives, enhancing the dialogue between management and design teams.

2. Horizontal Discussion: Post-Management Changes via AI
This theme will explore how technological advancements, such as generative AI, will transform creative processes and team management across industries. By reevaluating the approaches to utilizing, assessing, and creating with AI, participants will learn to enhance the quality of creativity and collaboration within teams.

Program Structure

• - 'Love Letter to the CEO': Three sessions, one online.
• - Post-Management Changes via AI: Three sessions, two online.
• - Spin-off Sessions:

- A discussion for young professionals (ages 20-30).
- A discussion for new leaders (1-3 years in leadership roles).

Implementation Details of Topics 2026

• - Target: Companies' design or creative departments.
• - Number of Companies: Up to 15.
• - Cost: ¥550,000 per company per year (excluding tax).
• - Application Deadline: April 20, 2026 (Applications may close early if the maximum number of participants is reached).

About Topics Community

Established in 2008, the 'Topics' community was created to elevate the perspectives of in-house design organizations across Japan. Each year, new themes are set based on changes in management and social environments, allowing for profound discussions and co-creation around common challenges. More than 40 companies have participated, building a robust network and practical knowledge that transcends corporate boundaries.

About Trinity Corporation

Trinity Corporation is committed to shaping businesses based on human insights. We support organizations in business development, transformation, and talent cultivation from a design perspective. The Topics initiative embodies this mission, aiming to cultivate a space where creative professionals can connect, share candidly, and grow together, fostering sustainable growth in Japanese businesses and society at large.

Contact Information

For inquiries about the Topics initiative, please reach out to:
Trinity Corporation, Topics Management Office
Email: [email protected]
URL: Trinity Design