Now it is time to collaborate with Japan UK early-stage and medium enterprises in Osaka Japan
The symposium is co-hosted by the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO London) and Supported by Japan House London, Osaka Prefectural Government, Osaka City Government, IoD Finance and Fintech Group and the IoD Insurance Group.
Explore lucrative investment opportunities to establish your business in Japan. Gain expert advice on "Finding Your Funding Partner," with insights into securing the best opportunities for UK early-stage and midday enterprises.
Learn how to protect your new business with sessions on business development, risk management, corporate transparency, trademarks, and intellectual property in Japan.
A panel discussion with successful UK companies thriving in Japan highlights the event. Hear their "Lessons Learned from Japan" and reflections on their success stories. It is a unique chance to network with industry leaders, gain strategic insights, and understand the nuances of the Japanese market. Whether you want to expand or enter the Japanese market, this event is your gateway to success.
Don't miss out and secure your spot now and transform your business aspirations into reality!
The symposium is co-hosted by the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO London) and Supported by Japan House London, Osaka Prefectural Government, Osaka City Government, IoD Finance and Fintech Group and the IoD Insurance Group.
Click here for the full programme agenda.
Speakers
Akihiro Kudo
Partner at TMI Associates London LLP
Andrew Main
Director and Senior Advisor, INDOS Financial Limited, Ambassador and IoD Japan Business Group
Indranil Nath
Chair, IoD Japan Business Group
Jason Chester
Trademark Director, HGF Limited
Jason Frank
Managing Director, Re:Adapt Data Science Ltd
Johnny J Pawlik
Chief Executive Officer, Mantra Media Ltd, Co-founder Atelier Japan, Shibuya Startup Support Ambassador
Lord Mayor Robert Rigby
Worshipful the Lord Mayor of the City of Westminster.
Lord Viscount Trenchard
Co-Chair, British-Japanese All Party Parliamentary Group, House of Lords.
Masahide Sakishige
Deputy Director General, JETRO
Mr Kyoichiro Kawakami
Minister (Economic), Embassy of Japan in the UK
Richard Crosfield
Investment Director, Presidio Venture Europe
Rie Hamaguchi
Special Advisor to the Governor, Osaka Prefectural Government.
Sam Thorne
Director General, Japan House
Sarah Parsons
Managing Director of East West Interface
Tsubasa Hotta
VP and GM, International-EMEA & APAC, Tractable.ai
Yura Hideo
Director General, JETRO
Sponsors
Japan House, London
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JETRO
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