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Embracing New Opportunities at the 21st Conversion Summit

On June 23, 2026, the International Business Linking Organization will host the 21st CONVERSION SUMMIT at Azure Takeshiba in Tokyo, focusing on the theme "Mastering Live Commerce: Japan and Beyond." This significant event will feature prominent speakers, including Naoyuki Ueda, a director at the organization, who will discuss strategies for leveraging AI in live commerce—an innovative avenue for businesses aiming to penetrate international markets.

In recent years, live commerce has gained traction, particularly in Asia, presenting a unique opportunity for Japanese companies eager to enhance their overseas sales. At the summit, the practical integration of AI with live commerce will be dissected to provide actionable insights that can drive revenue growth and market expansion. The discussions will feature real-life examples and case studies highlighting the latest trends from the Taiwanese market and techniques that Japanese businesses can employ to thrive internationally.

The Essence of the Conversion Summit

The CONVERSION SUMMIT serves as a crucial platform where manufacturers, service providers, and influencers converge to exchange cutting-edge insights that substantially amplify a company's conversion rates and sales figures. The 21st installment's main theme underscores the collaboration between AI and live commerce, emphasizing its transformative potential in the current economic landscape.

Ryo Fukushima, the event organizer, expressed the summit's purpose: “We have curated essential learning experiences and networking opportunities in this rapidly changing field, providing attendees with access to the most advanced trends and high-energy business encounters.” The summit aims to empower participants to take the next step in enhancing their business strategies.

Featured Discussions by Naoyuki Ueda (Start Time: 15:10)

Naoyuki Ueda will join Ryusuke Kyogoku, CEO of Kyogoku Co., Ltd., in a panel discussion titled “Mastering Live Commerce: Japan and Beyond.” Ueda, who has been on the frontline of providing support for overseas expansion, will collaborate with Kyogoku, an accomplished leader in live commerce, to delve into market dynamics in both Japan and abroad. They will explore the expansive opportunities that AI presents for the live commerce sector.

Focus on Global Market Support

Ueda has extensive experience in bridging connections between Japanese and Taiwanese businesses, facilitating numerous business matching and market development initiatives. Recently, he has intensified efforts towards supporting live commerce and cross-border e-commerce targeting the Taiwanese market, focusing on delivering practical assistance for Japanese products and services overseas.

Who Should Attend?

This event is tailored for:

• - Manufacturers seeking innovative sales channels and methods for their products.
• - Brand managers eager to stay competitive in expanding markets.
• - Professionals interested in success stories and cutting-edge examples of AI-powered live commerce.
• - Business owners and marketers looking to explore overseas opportunities and cross-border e-commerce in addition to domestic ventures.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: 21st CONVERSION SUMMIT
• - Date: June 23, 2026 (Tuesday)
• - Schedule:

09:30 - Registration Begins
10:00 - Manufacturer Learning Session
11:00 - General Speech
15:10 - Naoyuki Ueda's Session

• - Post-Session: Networking After-Party (Venue: Nishiazabu Advert)
• - Location: Azure Takeshiba, 1-11-2 Kaigan, Minato, Tokyo
• - Participation Fee: Free for manufacturers; 33,000 JPY (tax included) for service providers and others (up to 2 representatives per company at the same price).
• - Online Viewing: Free (Registration open to all industries).

To register for the 21st CONVERSION SUMMIT, please visit the official website.

About the International Business Linking Organization

Founded to support Japanese companies in overseas expansion through three pillars—knowledge, networks, and opportunities—the International Business Linking Organization provides comprehensive services, including live commerce support, business tours where guaranteed meetings with overseas buyers occur, pop-up stores for test marketing, and regular seminars and networking events.

Organizational Information

• - Name: International Business Linking Organization
• - Representative Director: Keisuke Matsuura
• - Location: SNUG MINAMI-AZABU 6F, 2-8-21 Minamiazabu, Minato, Tokyo
• - Website: https://kokusaibiz.org/
• - Services Offered: Overseas expansion support, live commerce assistance, operation of networking events and forums.