G1 Global Podcast

In 2025, AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented rate, revolutionizing decision-making, operations, and competitive strategies. Compared to our discussion in 2024, AI has seen radical improvements in capabilities, major new players emerge, foundational changes in how models are trained, and AI deployed in significant production use cases. Join our panel of experts as we explore the rapid pace of AI innovation, the emergence of next-generation models, and the commoditization of AI technologies that are making advanced solutions accessible to businesses worldwide. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ What You Need to Know About AI in 2025 Panelists: » Seamus Blackley (CEO, Pacific Light & Hologram) » Shixiang Gu (Research Scientist & Manager, Google DeepMind) » Madhu Shalini Iyer (Managing Partner, Rocketship.vc.) » Erin Teague (Chief Product Officer, Character.AI) Moderator:  » Cory Ondrejka (CTO, SmartNews, Inc.)   --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xxpGyjVzrig?si=7g7I3gRLmIok18bC ---

The AI revolution is transforming the startup ecosystem, reshaping how companies are built, scaled, and funded. In Silicon Valley and Japan, AI-driven startups are redefining industries, while venture capital firms are rethinking investment strategies to adapt to this rapid shift. How is AI changing the startup playbook? What are investors looking for in AI-first companies? This panel brings together leading entrepreneurs and venture capitalists to explore the opportunities and challenges of the AI boom. Panelists will discuss trends in AI-driven startups, evolving VC strategies, and the key factors shaping the future of innovation and investment. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ AI Boom: The Future of Startups and VCs Panelists: » Rebecca Lynn (Co-Founder & General Partner, Canvas Ventures) » Kojin Oshiba (Co-founder, Robust Intelligence) » Andrew Schoen (Partner, New Enterprise Associates) Moderator: » Emre Yuasa (Partner, GLOBIS Capital Partners) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sECEdwf0SB8?si=BWtM80gGxGZLNkv9 ---

As instances of AI-manipulated content and online risks become increasingly common, businesses face new challenges in managing public perception, customer and stakeholder trust, and brand integrity. In both Silicon Valley and Japan, corporate leaders must navigate an increasingly complex information and digital landscape where markets, reputations, corporate governance and behavior, and government policy is more vulnerable to influence than ever before. How should businesses adapt their communication and risk mitigation strategies in this new era? This panel brings together industry leaders and communication experts to discuss how companies can safeguard their brands, respond to online risks, and leverage AI for effective mitigation strategies. Panelists will explore best practices for handling our increasingly volatile digital and regulatory environment and discuss frameworks and tools for effective risk management. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ Politics and Corporate Communication in the Age of Fake News, AI & Disinformation Panelists: » Mitchell Baker (Founder, Mozilla) » Lisa Kaplan (Founder & CEO, Alethea) » Taek Lee, Ph.D. (Chief Financial Officer, Gallup) Moderator: » Alice Albrecht (Sr. Director AI Product, SmartNews, Inc.) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xd-fGqpngrs?si=rzZ7lrpKGWGaHqJO ---

As the Trump administration implements sweeping changes in trade, regulation, and technology policy, AI is simultaneously transforming how information is created and consumed. The Edelman Trust Barometer reveals growing skepticism toward institutions, fueled by political uncertainty and AI-driven misinformation. How can businesses in Silicon Valley and Japan navigate this dual disruption? This opening plenary brings together top executives and thought leaders to examine the impact of recent U.S. policy shifts, the acceleration of AI-driven content, and strategies for maintaining trust in an era of rapid change. Panelists will explore how businesses can lead with transparency, adapt to evolving regulations, and leverage AI responsibly to strengthen credibility and resilience. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ Innovating a New Trust in the Trump and AI Era Panelists: » Margot Edelman (General Manager, New York Office, Edelman) » Alex Liu (Partner and Chairman Emeritus, Kearney) » Gillian Tett (Columnist & Editorial Board, Financial Times) Moderator: » Jesper Koll (Expert Director, Monex Group) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3ZSVJDSu0cY?si=tpRwsnncidDe_d3A ---

This panel of CDOs from different industries have experienced progress but also challenges in infusing GenAI in their businesses.  How have they brought AI into their companies and customer processes? Where has it taken off and what kind of value has been created? What have been the roadblocks to achieve further scaled impact? We will explore where we anticipate the next generation of technology (including agents) will take us and how it will reshape the future workplace. G1 Global Conference 2025 Technology Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Technology] GenAI in the Workplace: What's Working, What's Not, What's Next? Panelists: » Stephen Barnham (Group CIO and CDO, Daiichi Life Group) » Jerry Black (EVP and Chief Digital Officer, AEON Co., Ltd.) » Yoshinami Takahashi (Corporate Executive Officer, Corporate Vice President, COO in charge of Solution Services, Head of Global Solutions, Fujitsu Limited) Moderator: » Miki Tsusaka (President, Microsoft Japan) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P9O0f1E0spI?si=Qr72ku48Mp7E00VA ---

This panel explores the globalization of Japanese entertainment, from iconic Sanrio characters and anime to the dynamic sounds of J-pop. The discussion examines how these cultural exports have moved from niche interests to mainstream global influences, serving as a form of soft power. However, the industry faces significant challenges, including over-reliance on foreign streaming platforms for global distribution and stiff competition from other cultural phenomena like K-pop. Additionally, creators often contend with precarious working conditions and low compensation, which can lead to a "brain drain" of talent. To ensure its sustainability, the industry must focus on developing its own distribution channels, diversifying content, and improving labor practices. G1 Global Conference 2025 Society Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Society] From Tokyo to the World: The Globalization of Japanese Pop Culture Panelists: » Yuko Akiyama (Executive Advisor, Global Branding, Sanrio Company, Ltd.) » Tony Elison (Managing Director, Spotify Japan) » Nobuhiro Nakatake (Corporate SVP, Global Business Strategy, Sony Music Entertainment Japan Inc.) Moderator: » Yoshiko Tsuwaki (Director for Science, Technology, and Innovation, Cabinet Secretariat Cabinet Office, Government of Japan) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9amff4_5JUg?si=csLBQgPZ5W3DFwOC ---

The accelerating pace of marine economic development and international politics demands new thinking. This panel explores how to optimize the framework for a sustainable Blue Economy and, crucially, how to accelerate progress through a robust link between science and policy. The international community is actively creating new frameworks, with the UN finalizing a treaty for the high seas and the WTO concluding an agreement to curb wasteful fishing subsidies. This is an era that requires a nexus of science, politics, economics, and the environment. By convening experts from business, government, and academia, this session aims to foster cross-disciplinary collaboration and generate fresh strategies for Japan and its global partners to solve shared challenges.The accelerating pace of marine economic development and international politics demands new thinking. This panel explores how to optimize the framework for a sustainable Blue Economy and, crucially, how to accelerate progress through a robust link between science and policy. The international community is actively creating new frameworks, with the UN finalizing a treaty for the high seas and the WTO concluding an agreement to curb wasteful fishing subsidies. This is an era that requires a nexus of science, politics, economics, and the environment. By convening experts from business, government, and academia, this session aims to foster cross-disciplinary collaboration and generate fresh strategies for Japan and its global partners to solve shared challenges. G1 Global Conference 2025 Society Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Society] Global Ocean Strategy: Japan’s Pivotal Role in a Sustainable Blue Economy Panelists: » Keiichiro Asao (Minister of the Environment, Member of the House of Councilors) » Charles Goddard (Editorial Director, Economist Impact) » Jane Lubchenco, (University Distinguished Professor, Valley Professor of Marine Biology, Oregon State University) » Atsushi Sunami (President, Sasakawa Peace Foundation) Moderator: » Minako Iue (Chair and CEO, Sailors for the Sea Japan) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AVRzaq8oNRM?si=WtFhUBzY0Bws0sSF ---

How can creative education—rooted in Japan’s unique context—foster the next generation of changemakers? Japan’s blend of advanced technology, rich culture, and complex social challenges offers fertile ground for reimagining design’s role in education. Design has a distinctive ability to bridge disciplines and connect expertise with people and society, enabling practical, impactful solutions. This panel brings together global leaders in education and design to explore how learning is being reshaped. Through case studies, we will examine practices that merge craft with technology, link social issues to project-based learning, promote interdisciplinary thinking, and encourage the creative use of AI. G1 Global Conference 2025 Technology Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Technology] Can Japanese Institutions Educate Creative Leaders Unique from the Frontrunners? Panelists: » Daijiro Mizuno (Professor, vice-director, Center for the Possible Futures, Kyoto Institute of Technology) » Miles Pennington (Professor of Design Led Innovation, University of Tokyo) » Sarah Teasley (Professor of Design, RMIT University) Moderator: » Kinya Tagawa (CEO, Takram Japan Inc.) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-Bmw98qfcj8?si=k1rbSK6PsSZlVBJU ---

Well-being has become a familiar term in Japanese corporate discourse, yet the gap between knowing, doing, and being remains wide. While many programs focus on making work more convenient (働きやすさ), employees increasingly seek deeper meaning and fulfillment (働きがい). We explore how fostering a culture of self-compassion and psychological safety can be a powerful driver of individual and organizational resilience, and how businesses can move beyond policies to lived practice and authentic well-being. In particular, we explore how businesses in Japan can maintain productivity while tackling these issues and embracing globalization and expanding their global talent. G1 Global Conference 2025 Business Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Business] The Japanese Model of Well-Being: Improving Convenience as Well as Fulfillment Panelists: » Rohit Kar (Director, Gallup) » Vickie Skorji (Lifeline Director, TELL Japan) » Tadahiro Wakasugi (Senior Faculty Director, GLOBIS) Moderator: » Makiko Shinoda (Director, Yell Co., Ltd.) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uVn1Vj--ZMM?si=CGL_g2kt1MQUsI1E ---

What will it take for Japan to move from popularity to true leadership in contemporary tourism? This panel features innovators shaping sustainable and regenerative tourism, redefining local gastronomy, and driving mountain resort development. Together, they will discuss how Japan can craft distinctive experiences that resonate deeply with visitors while delivering lasting impact for local communities. G1 Global Conference 2025 Society Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Society] How Can Japan Become the World’s Most Admired Tourism Destination? Panelists: » Ken Chan (Founder & CEO, Patience Capital Group) » George Kakuda (CEO, Kakuda Pearl Co., Ltd.; President, Japan Pearl Exporters' Association; Chairman, Mie Pearl Promotion Council) » Keiko Kuwakino (Chef, Satoyama Jujo) Moderator: » Tak Umezawa (Japan Chairman, KEARNEY; Chairperson, CIC Japan) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rIV5eh7v6JQ?si=g7s90J6QIb601F6u ---

Japan's historical strengths in foundational research, precision manufacturing, and engineering uniquely position it for leadership in the global deeptech landscape, especially in areas like advanced hardware and physical AI. This panel will explore how the nation can leverage these capabilities to commercialize groundbreaking innovations and compete on a global scale. Bringing together top minds from venture capital, academia, and industry, the session will discuss bridging the gap between R&D and the market, the role of government policy in fostering deeptech startups, cultivating a risk-taking entrepreneurial culture, and attracting global talent. The goal is to provide a roadmap for transforming Japan’s deep technical expertise into a thriving, globally competitive deeptech ecosystem. G1 Global Conference 2025 Technology Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Technology] Deeptech: Leveraging Japan’s Strength to Build a Global Tech Powerhouse Panelists: » Yusuke Haga (CEO, Robotruck Inc.) » Jeff Harper (Co-Founder, EVP & Chief Commercial Officer, ZettaJoule) » Saneaki Obata (Founder, Co-CEO, Oceanic Constellations Inc) » Yoshimi (Iyadomi) Shinohara (Co-Founder AI Institute D^3, Harvard Business School; Chair, Shinohara Foundation; Founder / CEO, Yokohama Ventures) Moderator: » Emre Yuasa (Partner, GLOBIS Capital Partners) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G2a4_MyuQjc?si=xjvouLHhClV4LIC9 ---

Beyond the influence of major powers, smaller yet distinctive nations in the Middle East and Far East — guided by their own philosophies, values, and political stances — are navigating complex regional dynamics. Having faced turbulence yet shown resilience, these countries demonstrate how they can contribute to regional and global stability in ways that superpowers cannot. This panel explores how political behavior and leadership intersect with disciplined planning, entrepreneurial daring, long-term vision, and fast adaptation. By sharing experiences, we aim to highlight how political navigation can build trust, strengthen civil society, and open pathways to sustainable collaboration and innovation. G1 Global Conference 2025 Politics Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Politics] Tolerance in the Tensions: Dialogue between the Middle East and Far East Panelists: » Mohamed Said Al Busaidi (Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Sultanate of Oman to Japan) » Ali Mohamed Al Lawati (Chief People & Technology Officer, OQ) » Mitsugu Saito (Former Ambassador of Japan to Oman and Iran; Guest Professor, Kwansei Gakuin University) » Keiko Sakai (Professor, Chiba University) Moderator: » Toru Takahashi (Global Chief Strategy Officer, GLOBIS Europe BV) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vJ8HKluTut4?si=_EWQD3O9qocP1cvJ ---

This panel examines how Japanese companies are choosing an "aggregate niche strategy" to compete in new global settings. Based on research from Prof. Schaede's book, "The Kaisha: The Business Reinvention of Japan," panelists will explore how Japanese firms move upstream into critical deep-tech materials to compete against and profit from the activities of Northeast Asian and other manufacturers. How have they made the strategic pivot that has given them a competitive advantage? How long can this leadership last, and will its reach increase under Pax Japonica? Based on the insights from Japanese companies, the panel will share the lessons that can be learned more broadly. G1 Global Conference 2025 Business held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Business] The KAISHA～The Business Reinvention of Japan～ Panelists: » Naonori Kimura (Managing Director Partner (IGPI Group), Industrial Growth Platform, Inc. (IGPI)) » Terry Nakatsukav(President & Group CEO, Altemira Holdings Co., Ltd.) » Ulrike Schaede (Professor of Japanese Business; Director, Japan Forum for Innovation and Technology, University of California San Diego) Moderator: » Tomoya Nakamura (Managing Director, KIBOW Social Impact Investment Fund) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tmyM0c7u4cM?si=2j5cDjN2o77kdkJY ---

Japan's collectivist society was once criticized as a barrier to innovation, stifling diversity of thought. However, as many Western nations now grapple with deepening social divisions, political polarization, and a crisis of loneliness, the Japanese model is being reexamined. In contrast to societies where individualism clashes with social cohesion, Japan's focus on harmony and collective responsibility is beginning to look like a source of strength. Amidst rising populism and mistrust in institutions, Japan's social fabric appears remarkably resilient. This panel will explore what kind of environment truly fosters long-term stability and well-being, and Japan's unique role in a divided world. G1 Global Conference 2025 Society Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Society] From Outlier to Example: Japan’s Social Cohesion in a Divided World Panelists: » Joi Ito (Co-founder and Board Member, Digital Garage, Inc.; President, Chiba Institute of Technology) » Noah Sneider (East Asia Bureau Chief, The Economist) » Ema Ryan Yamazaki (Documentary Filmmaker, Cineric Creative) Moderator: » Yumiko Murakami (General Partner, MPower Partners) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WMtttR73wMQ?si=ImTvIzM8pclUZ5mw ---

This panel explores the rapid evolution of Generative AI and its implications for business strategy. It will cover key developments including the shrinking of large language models (LLMs), the increasing use of AI agents for complete automation of tasks, and the move toward running AI on edge devices. Attendees will learn about the transition from basic AI agents to truly agentic AI, which can autonomously plan and execute complex, multi-step tasks. Business leaders need to be aware of how these advancements can transform operations and create new opportunities. The panel will address strategies for thriving, despite the possible crash of the current GenAI bubble, in the face of a fast-paced and ever-changing landscape. G1 Global Conference 2025 Technology Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Technology] The Next Wave of AI: LLMs to Agentic Systems Panelists: » Akari Asai (Research scientist, Allen Institute for AI; Incoming Assistant Professor, Carnegie Mellon University) » Sakyasingha Dasgupta (Founder & CEO, EdgeCortix Inc.) » Shane Gu (Senior Staff Research Scientist, Google DeepMind) Moderator: » Richard B. Dasher (Director, US-Asia Technology Management Center, Stanford University; Founding Partner, Global Hands-On Venture Capital (GHOVC)) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-2FzpAsDCI0?si=5HS0j8nmuCBgGXJh ---

How can immigration shape a brighter, more dynamic Japan? Already, there are 2.5 million foreign workers in Japan, in everything from high-tech startups to cabbage farms. As the Japanese labor force falls from 66 million today to 47 million 2050, how much of the gap can be filled by foreign workers? In what occupations and in what industries? How will law and politics handle the challenges of assimilating foreigners and backlash by citizens? How can the private sector help convert challenges to opportunities? The panel will examine the economics, politics, law, and sociology of immigration in Japan G1 Global Conference 2025 Politics Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Politics] Immigration in Japan: Crucial but Contested Panelists: » Oya Koc (Founder & CEO, Oyraa Inc) » Rui Matsukawa (Liberal Democratic Party, Senator of Japan) » Shohei Sugita (Managing Partner, Global HR Strategy LPC.) Moderator: » Robert Alan Feldman (Senior Advisor, Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities; External Director, Tokio Marine Holdings) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/x2G-3OHtCfg ---

This panel explores how traditional Japanese management philosophies can be a strategic asset in the modern global economy. Discussion will focus on practices like Kaizen (continuous improvement) and Nemawashi (consensus-building). However, these approaches face challenges such as slow decision-making and a resistance to radical innovation, which can be a liability in fast-paced global markets. We will analyze how Japanese companies are adapting these concepts to attract and retain global talent, balancing core strengths like long-term strategy and group harmony with the need for individual empowerment and agile decision-making. The goal is to provide business professionals with actionable insights on how to evolve these unique styles for a global workforce. G1 Global Conference 2025 Business Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Business] Leveraging Japanese Uniqueness in Leadership & Management Panelists: » Ethan S. Bernstein (Faculty, Harvard Business School) » Mitsuru Claire Chino (Managing Executive Officer, ITOCHU Corporation) » Ken Isono (CEO, Shizen Energy Inc.) » Bob Willen (Global Managing Partner and Chairman, Kearney) Moderator: » Wakana Tanaka (Country Manager, LinkedIn Japan) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o3eyYDZZQME ---

The accelerating advances in artificial intelligence are reshaping global power and security. While AI promises extraordinary gains in productivity and innovation, it also introduces new vulnerabilities such as disinformation and autonomous weapons. These shifts directly impact great power competition and alliance structures. This panel will explore the nexus of AI and geopolitics, bringing together thought leaders from the United States and Japan. They will examine how AI is altering the strategic balance, discuss governance models to mitigate risks while fostering innovation, and explore how the two nations can collaborate on responsible AI development. The goal is to generate fresh insights on navigating geopolitics in an AI-driven world. G1 Global Conference 2025 Politics Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Politics] AI and Geopolitics — Navigating Power and Security in a Chaotic World Panelists: » Emma Chanlett-Avery (Director for Political-Security Affairs, Asia Society Policy Institute; Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, National Association of Japan-America Societies; Deputy Director, Asia Society Policy Institute Washington, DC office) » Kenneth Cukier (Deputy Executive Editor, The Economist) » Tomoyuki Furutani )Professor, Faculty of Policy Management, Keio University) Moderator: » Ken Jimbo (Managing Director, International House of Japan) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oABUrmPRSbg?si=DNhDNCvpaFB3lwnq ---

In today’s complex global environment, companies worldwide are navigating challenges such as geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and evolving expectations around DEI and ESG. Often characterized by a more reserved and measured communication style, Japanese firms contrast with the typically direct and proactive approach common in the West. This panel will explore these differing corporate communication styles, debate which approach is more effective for addressing today’s instability, and highlight how Japanese companies are adapting their strategies to build trust and demonstrate leadership in a rapidly changing world. G1 Global Conference 2025 Business Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Business] Japanese Measured Communication May Lead the Way in a Chaotic World Panelists: » Rochelle Ford, Ph.D., APR (CEO, Page Society) » Yasuharu Sasaki (Global Chief Creative Officer, dentsu) » John Short (Leader, Communications & Impact Strategy, LIXIL Corporation) » Kym White (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Generate:Biomedicines) Moderator: » Ross Rowbury (Senior Managing Director, Co-head of Group Corporate Communications, Nomura Holdings) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mQoYbUynqJg?si=UC6WXrZDrs95jJ2Z ---

This panel will delve into the turbulent landscape of US domestic politics. The discussion focuses on key internal pressures, including intensifying political polarization, the rise of economic nationalism, and the contentious debate over federal spending and immigration. Panelists will examine how these domestic factors are now the primary drivers of US foreign policy decisions, often leading to a more transactional approach to international alliances and a shifting global role. The session then analyzes how these profound shifts in America's priorities compel Japan to reassess and adjust its economic and security strategies, navigating an essential and evolving alliance in an era of heightened unpredictability.   G1 Global Conference 2025 Politics Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025.  » https://g1summit.com/g1global/    [Politics] Trump 2.0: Decoding US Politics for Japan   Panelists:  » Glen S. Fukushima (Visiting Fellow, Stanford University) » Mark R. Kennedy (Director, Wahba Initiative for Strategic Competition, New York University; President Emeritus, University of Colorado) » Kazuto Suzuki (Professor, University of Tokyo) » Joshua Walker (President & CEO, Japan Society)   Moderator:  » Junko Tanaka (Former Washington Bureau Chief, NHK) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cwOOqspIBx0?si=oQFeGfwP1UBzkKU1 ---

In today’s complex global environment, companies worldwide are navigating challenges such as geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and evolving expectations around DEI and ESG. Often characterized by a more reserved and measured communication style, Japanese firms contrast with the typically direct and proactive approach common in the West. This panel will explore these differing corporate communication styles, debate which approach is more effective for addressing today’s instability, and highlight how Japanese companies are adapting their strategies to build trust and demonstrate leadership in a rapidly changing world.   G1 Global Conference 2025 Business Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025.  » https://g1summit.com/g1global/    [Business] Japanese Measured Communication May Lead the Way in a Chaotic World   Panelists:  » Rochelle Ford, Ph.D., APR (CEO, Page Society) » Yasuharu Sasaki (Global Chief Creative Officer, dentsu) » John Short (Leader, Communications & Impact Strategy, LIXIL Corporation) » Kym White (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Generate:Biomedicines) Moderator:  » Ross Rowbury (Senior Managing Director, Co-head of Group Corporate Communications, Nomura Holdings) 

Today, we address a world defined by geopolitical friction and economic uncertainty. As a response to recent developments in AI and shifting global power dynamics, Japan's model of political and economic stability is being re-examined. How did we get to this point? How have Trump’s tariffs, US-China decoupling, and recent developments in the Middle East and Ukraine/Russia contributed to where we are now? What about the lingering effects of the recent Japanese elections and its effect on business? This plenary session asks: Can Japan leverage this moment to become a global stabilizer and role model, potentially laying the foundation for a "Pax Japonica?" What is the next step? Our panelists contemplate these issues and frame the discourse for the day ahead. G1 Global Conference 2025 Opening Plenary Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025. » https://g1summit.com/g1global/ [Plenary Session] Pax Japonica in a Chaotic World: Can Japan Become a Role Model and Stabilizer? Panelists: » Bill Emmott (Senior Adviser, Geopolitics, Montrose Associates) » Hiromichi Mizuno (Founder and CEO, Good Steward Partners, LLC; Special Advisor, TNFD; Mission Committee Member, Danone S.A.; Independent Board Member, LiveWire Group Inc.) » Ulrike Schaede (Professor of Japanese Business; Director, Japan Forum for Innovation and Technology, University of California San Diego) Moderator: » Jesper Koll (Expert Director, Monex Group) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LvyALk-2YW0?si=1xGYdjeMnp_dHiT6 ---

Human capital forms an essential pillar of economic growth. What does it take to produce globally minded leaders with skills to match in competitive business environments? Is Japan lagging behind in the globalization of human resources? What are the current hiring trends of Asia-based companies? Three Deans from leading business schools in Asia discuss challenges and opportunities as providers of skills training and leadership education. G1 Global Conference 2014 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 15, 2014. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Global Skills and Leadership Education: Perspectives from Asian Business Schools Panelists: » Ravi Kumar (Shaw Chair Professor and Dean, Nanyang Business School, Nanyang Technological University) » Tomoya Nakamura (Dean, Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University) » Hellmut Schutte (Vice President and Dean, China Europe International Business School (CEIBS)) Moderator: » Yoko Ishikura (Professor Emeritus, Hitotsubashi University) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akN_U1rItew ---

Entrepreneurship and innovation have long been considered to be a crucial component of economic growth. The “third arrow” of Abenomics includes policies intended to restore Japan’s venture spirit, although its true effects may only become visible in the long term. What are the driving forces behind entrepreneurship, and what strategies should be pursued to create an environment that can maximize prospects for dynamic growth? Panelists with experience and in-depth knowledge of business innovations and startups in Japan and Asia discuss. G1 Global Conference 2014 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 15, 2014. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Robert Eberhart (Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship Santa Clara University) » Fujiyo Ishiguro (President and CEO, Netyear Group Corporation) » Shinichi Takamiya (Partner, Chief Strategy Officer, GLOBIS Capital Partners) » Vachara Phanchet (Special Contributor, Chairman Emeritus, Pacific Basin Economic Council Moderator: » Georges Desvaux (Managing Partner, McKinsey Japan) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvsY33G3JZU ---

Japan’s cuisine, fashion, and anime subcultures have already earned some faithful followers in different places of the world. But the multifaceted nature of Japan often seems to go overlooked – while being steeped in deep traditions and customs, Japanese culture is in a continual state of flux, with rapidly shifting fads and trends. How can Japan’s culture, lifestyles and values be effectively communicated on the global stage? This panel features a former Cultural Affairs Commissioner, a public diplomacy expert, and a renowned observer of Japan’s society and culture, moderated by one of the leading advocates of the Cool Japan initiative. G1 Global Conference 2014 Society Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 15, 2014. » https://g1.org/g1global/ The Japan Brand: Promoting Japanese Culture to the World Panelists: » Richard Collasse (President and Representative Director, Chanel KK) » Seiichi Kondo (Director, Kondo Institute for Culture & Diplomacy) » Nancy Snow (Abe Fellow, Visiting Professor, Keio University) Moderator: » Tak Umezawa (Japan Chairman, Director of the Board, A.T. Kearney) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTE77enhLSE ---

Gone are the days when the phrase “Japan passing” was used to imply the lack of outside attention paid to Japan. The international media now seems to embrace all the hype of Abenomics, although it still remains to be seen whether Japan can add substance to the hype and regain its global significance. How are Abe’s leadership and policies viewed by the foreign media, and how should the priorities of changing Japan be communicated to the global audience? This panel features journalists from leading international media outlets as well as PR and public engagement experts. G1 Global Conference 2014 Society Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 15, 2014. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Japan in the Media: What Should Japan’s Story be, and How Should Japan Communicate it? Panelists: » Tamzin Booth (Tokyo Bureau Chief, The Economist) » Fiona Chan (Senior Economic Correspondent, The Straits Times) » Adrian Monck (Managing Director, Head of Public Engagement, World Economic Forum) » Yumiko Ono (Managing Editor, WSJ Japan) Moderator: » Ross Rowbury (President and Representative Director, Edelman Japan KK) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HotCjN9LbKc ---

Japan has been suffering from a very low level of social trust since the aftermath of the 3/11 disaster. Although the decades-long deflation and underlying structural problems pose immense challenges, the Japanese economy is beginning to improve, and there is a general sense that Japan may finally be changing for the better. What can be done to restore public trust in the government and businesses? How can Japan improve its stature in the international arena? In this session, the creator of the "Edelman Trust Barometer" is joined by two prominent Japanese figures with backgrounds in politics, business and the nonprofit sector. G1 Global Conference 2013 Closing Plenary Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Building Trust in Business and Government: Japan and Beyond Panelists: » Richard Edelman (President and Chief Executive Officer, Edelman) » Ken Shibusawa (President and CEO, Japan Center for International Exchange; Chairman, Commons Asset Management, Inc.) » Yasuhisa Shiozaki (Member of the House of Representatives) Moderator: » Nik Gowing (Main Presenter, BBC World News) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiMdGA8hPX0 ---

Japan has not adopted a new national energy policy after the 3/11 disaster that caused the Fukushima nuclear accidents. What short and long-term strategies should the resource-poor country adopt? How can Japan achieve energy security in the face of changing global supply demand? G1 Global Conference panelists, including a former foreign minister and a former executive director of the IAEA, discuss these topics. G1 Global Conference 2013 Politics Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Energy Security after Fukushima Panelists: » Yoriko Kawaguchi (Visiting Professor, Meiji Institute for Global Affairs) » Nicholas Smith (Strategist, CLSA Asia-Pacific Markets) » Nobuo Tanaka (Global Associate for Energy Security and Sustainability, Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ)) Moderator: » Kunihiko Shimada (Special Advisor to the Minister of Environment Japan; CEO, KS International Strategies, Inc.) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0_wh7mbqBM ---

Policies that spur growth through entrepreneurship and innovation are an important part of Abenomics’ ”third arrow.' What are the driving forces behind entrepreneurship, and how can we maximize prospects for innovations in business? What policies should governments pursue to create an environment conducive to innovative ventures? Panelists from China, the US, South Korea, and Japan look at these crucial topics and discuss keys for a successful combination of innovation and entrepreneurship. G1 Global Conference 2013 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Fujiyo Ishiguro (President and CEO, Netyear Group Corporation) » Ryo Kubota (Chairman, President and CEO, Acucela Inc.) » Jiren Liu (Chairman and CEO, Neusoft Corporation) » Dongsik Yoo (CEO, Zionex, Inc.) Moderator: » Allen Miner (Chairman and CEO, SunBridge Group) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8LQDfbB62U ---

India and ASEAN countries are important markets and attractive investment destinations for Japanese companies. A wide range of public and private bi and multilateral cooperation frameworks are forming, and there are still untapped opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships. In this session, panelists from Thailand, Singapore and India explore ways to build strategic partnerships between Japan, ASEAN and India to maximize business and investment potentials. G1 Global Conference 2013 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Giancarlo Bruno (Senior Director and Head of Financial Services Industry, World Economic Forum) » Vachara Phanchet (Chairman Emeritus, Pacific Basin Economic Council) » Sanjeev Sinha (President, Sun and Sands Group) » Ted Tan (Deputy Chief Executive, SPRING Singapore) Moderator: » Yoko Ishikura (Professor, Graduate School of Media Design, Keio University) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Yn2OxmLCxDA?si=uwo04ed3kDY6cwIP ---

The Fifth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in June 2013 closed with Prime Minister Abe’s pledge on a government and private development aid of up to 3.2 trillion yen. What are the keys to forging a mutually beneficial, strategic relationship between Japan and Africa? This session aims to discuss baseline issues critical for sustainable development of African communities, how to enhance local governance and what kind of knowledge sharing between Japan and African communities may be useful. Ways to address these issues through business expansion and investments may also be discussed. The session features panelists with a wealth of expertise on African development. G1 Global Conference 2013 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Africa and Japan: Business and Development Partnerships after TICAD V Panelists: » Masaru Arakida (Senior Researcher, Asian Disaster Reduction Center) » George Krhoda (Associate Professor, Geography and Environmental Studies, University of Nairobi; Managing Director, REDPLAN Consultants Ltd.) » Satish Selvanathan (Director, Premium Nutrients Pte. Ltd.) Moderator: » Satoru Nishikawa (Director-General of Audit, Japan Water Agency) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/98jNOwMV2Fw?si=rcAI7wLmnMVv7mvx ---

The central plank of Abenomics has so far been overwhelmingly focused on the “first arrow” monetary policy to re-boost the Japanese economy. The Bank of Japan’s bold easing strategies have successfully improved economic sentiment and bolstered consumer spending. But as the initial enthusiasm begins to wane, can these reflationary policies really drag Japan out of deflation? What are the repercussions for the global economy? Experts from the US, the UK and Japan explore these questions. G1 Global Conference 2013 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Monetary Policy of “Abenomics”: Overview and Impact Panelists: » Shawn D. Baldwin (Chairman, Capital Management Group) » Jesper Koll (Managing Director and Head of Japanese Equity Research, JP Morgan Securities Japan) » Oki Matsumoto (Chairman and CEO, Monex Group, Inc.) » Thierry Porté (Managing Director, J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC) Moderator: » Hiromichi Mizuno (Partner, Coller Capital) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9IGwCVj24ek?si=wUFX2rdcIfqrifle ---

"Cool Japan" is a government-backed initiative to promote creative industries at home and abroad. This session sheds light on popular aspects of Japanese culture to examine how the "Cool Japan" strategy can enhance the competitive edge of Japanese cultural industries. This session features panelists from the world of fashion, contemporary art and the "otaku" subcultures of anime, manga and games. G1 Global Conference 2013 Society Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Cool Japan Panelists: » Misha Janette (Fashion Director/Journalist/Blogger) » Naomitsu Kodaka (Co-Founder & CFO, Tokyo Otaku Mode Inc.) » Fumio Nanjo (Director, Mori Art Museum) Moderator: » Takaaki Umezawa (Director of the Board; Managing Director Japan, A.T. Kearney) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-fwG4ZknSzw?si=nnlzMfUGEnm-UdcH ---

With an emphasis on measures to boost economic growth, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is pressing forward to lift the Japanese economy out of prolonged deflation. Fortified by a resounding victory in July’s Upper House election, is the Abe government now in a position to carry out bold and substantial economic reforms through Abenomics? How do the prospects for a Japanese recovery impact on its relations with the rest of the world? This session features a keynote speech by Minister Hayashi, followed by a panel discussion. G1 Global Conference 2013 Opening Plenary Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013. » https://g1.org/g1global/ A Stronger Japan: Impact on Asia and the World Keynote Speaker: » Yoshimasa Hayashi (Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; Member of the House of Councillors) Panelists: » Robert Alan Feldman (Managing Director, Chief Economist, Head of Fixed Income Research Tokyo, Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities Co.,Ltd) » Yoshimasa Hayashi (Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; Member of the House of Councillors) » Yoshito Hori (President, GLOBIS University; Managing Partner, GLOBIS Capital Partners) Moderator: » Nik Gowing (Main Presenter, BBC World News) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N_n7K0G4kbY?si=Y4XVq-5C9JTYPaQ9 ---

This high-level interactive session is part of a series of Japan’s global advisory meetings typically held at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. It is attended by the Japanese prime minister and key cabinet ministers, together with top multi-stakeholder global leaders. At the IMF/World Bank Annual Meeting in Tokyo, this special session provided an opportunity for global leaders gathered from around the world to interact with Japanese national leaders to discuss new models of leadership for Japan and the world. This special session was jointly coordinated by G1 Global, and joined by members of the Japanese Davos community, G1 Global participants, and leaders from IMF/World Bank Annual Meeting event participants. World Economic Forum Japan Global Advisory Meeting held at SkyStudio, Roppongi AcademyHills in Tokyo, October 13, 2012. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Yasuchika Hasegawa (Chairman, Japan Association of Corporate Executive (Keizai Doyukai); President and CEO, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company; Member, Global Agenda Council on Japan) » Sir David Wright (Vice-President, Barclays, United Kingdom) Moderator: » Nik Gowing (Main Presenter, BBC WORLD NEWS, United Kingdom) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mHYAN3rITMM?si=o_vuvYphnQtDV7Gc ---

This high-level interactive session is part of a series of Japan’s global advisory meetings typically held at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. It is attended by the Japanese prime minister and key cabinet ministers, together with top multi-stakeholder global leaders. At the IMF/World Bank Annual Meeting in Tokyo, this special session provided an opportunity for global leaders gathered from around the world to interact with Japanese national leaders to discuss new models of leadership for Japan and the world. This special session was jointly coordinated by G1 Global, and joined by members of the Japanese Davos community, G1 Global participants, and leaders from IMF/World Bank Annual Meeting event participants. World Economic Forum Japan Global Advisory Meeting held at SkyStudio, Roppongi AcademyHills in Tokyo, October 13, 2012. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Ian Bremmer (President & founder, Eurasia Group, USA) » Victor L. L. Chu (Chairman & CEO, First Eastern Investment Group, Hong Kong) Moderator: » Nik Gowing (Main Presenter, BBC WORLD NEWS, United Kingdom) Closing Remarks: » Yoshito Hori (President, GLOBIS University;Managing Partner, GLOBIS Capital Partners) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/m6YcXT-cPMc?si=YHjOF_mcPUgZTZ3J ---

3/11 posed a major challenge for the Japanese economy. This was especially true for the manufacturing sector, where exports still remain the crux of the country’ s economic growth. As the situation improves, how can we assess the economic impact of 3/11? What should companies do? What is the economic blueprint to rebuild the Japanese economy? G1 Global Conference 2011 Closing Plenary Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Rebuilding Japan: Globalization and the Economy Panelists: » Robert Alan Feldman (Managing Director, Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities) » Takashi Mitachi (Co-Chairman Japan, The Boston Consulting Group) » Toshiyuki Shiga (Representative Director and Chief Operating Officer, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.) » Nicholas Smith (Japan Strategist, CLSA Asia-Pacific Markets) Moderator: » Nik Gowing (Main Presenter, BBC World News) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vFgyoUv3U7w?si=YfeDXbX4BG00CFSu ---

In the wake of 3/11, how will the Japanese economy recover? How can businesses help, and what’s to be expected of the new economic blueprint for Japan? G1 Global Conference 2011 Special Presentation during the Closing Plenary Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Keynote Speaker: » Toshiyuki Shiga (Representative Director and Chief Operating Officer, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1E0SHFDuWEo?si=fGBhj1MJRN1LwQvw ---

There has been a growing emphasis on “soft power” in Japanese diplomacy. This refers to leveraging cultural or economic influence, as opposed to the “hard power” of military and economic coercion. How can Japan maximize its cultural and communicative assets to persuade others and secure its national interests? G1 Global Conference 2011 Politics Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Seiichi Kondo (Commissioner of the Agency for Cultural Affairs) » Roger Pulvers (Professor, Center for the Study of World Civilizations, Tokyo Institute of Technology) » Shinichi Tanaka (President and CEO, Fleischman-Hillard Japan) » Henry Tricks (The Economist, Tokyo Bureau Chief) Moderator: » Yoshimitsu Kaji (Counselor / Director of Global / IT Communications Strategy / Prime Minister's Office) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nYWHmZg2_5k?si=GhnqkoDFH227r3tU ---

The Fukushima nuclear accidents brought Japan’s energy issue into the national spotlight. How can Japan achieve energy sustainability and security while remaining heavily dependent on imports? What are the trends and prospects of energy both in the short and long term? G1 Global Conference 2011 Politics Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. Energy Policy and its Future Panelists: » Paul Scalise (JSPS Postdoctoral Fellow, Institute of Social Science, University of Tokyo) » Martin Schulz (Senior Economist, Fujitsu Research Institute) » Yoshiharu Tachibana (Fellow, Sustainability Advisor to the Board, Tokyo Electric Power Company, Chairman, WBCSD Taskforce, Committee on Environment and Safety, KEIDANREN) Moderator: » Hiroyuki Tezuka (General Manager, Climate Change Policy Group at JFE Steel Corporation, Chairman, Working Group on Global Environment Strategy under Committee on Environment and Safety, KEIDANREN) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y-RQXy5NTyw?si=SpipXbn51umO1i9b ---

The Great Tohoku Earthquake and its aftermath have proven once again the importance of crisis management. What should be done to prepare for future emergency situations? This session promises to be an engaging discussion among world-renowned experts with a wealth of experience in responding to terrorism and natural disasters. G1 Global Conference 2011 Politics Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » James T. Bartis (Senior Policy Researcher, RAND Corporation) » Andrew R. Morral (Director, RAND Homeland Security and Defense Center, Senior Behavioral Scientist, RAND Corporation) » Satoru Nishikawa (Director of Land and Real Property Market Division, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) Moderator: » Kotaro Tamura (Invited Fellow, RAND Corporation, Ex-Senator and Former Parliamentary Secretary for Cabinet Office) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zPfJTvPAHzE?si=_-1buMmOd4ofXBhi ---

The rise of China is undoubtedly one of the most remarkable aspects of recent history in Asia. With the consequent changes in the regional balance of power, what are the options for Japanese diplomacy, and what are the security implications for East Asia? G1 Global Conference 2011 Politics Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Philip Bowring (Columnist for the International Herald Tribune) » Robert Luke (Minister-Counselor for Political Affairs at U.S. Embassy Tokyo) » Hitoshi Tanaka (Chairman of the Institute for International Strategy, Japan Research Institute, Ltd) Moderator: » Yoshito Hori (President and Dean, GLOBIS University, Managing Partner, GLOBIS Capital Partners) --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vEetRL-0RA

What is the implication of the mounting debt of Japan and Europe? What can Europe and the world do to rescue the Euro? What should Japan do to protect its own economy and manage its fiscal deficit? G1 Global Conference 2011 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Keiichiro Asao (Member of the House of Representatives) » Jesper Koll (Managing Director and Head of Japanese Equity Research, JP Morgan Securities Japan) » Thierry Porté (Operating Partner, J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC) Moderator: » Hiromichi Mizuno (Partner, Coller Capital)   You can view the talk on YouTube using this link.

Apple, Google and Facebook… Entrepreneurial spirit is changing the way we live. What are the driving forces behind successful entrepreneurship? What are the latest trends in venture business in Japan and Asia? G1 Global Conference 2011 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Daisuke Iwase (Co-Founder and Representative Director, Lifenet Insurance Company) » Terrie Lloyd (CEO, LINC Media Group, CEO, Japan Inc. Holdings Group) » Allen Miner (CEO, SunBridge Corporation) » Alan Patricof (Founder and Managing Director, Greycroft, LLC) Moderator: » Shinichi Takamiya (Principal, GLOBIS Capital Partners)   You can view the talk on YouTube using this link.

As 3/11 unfolded, the power of social media as a communication tool over the mainstream media became apparent. Social networks such as Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube are transforming the role of media. How can old and new media thrive in a digitized society? G1 Global Conference 2011 Society Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Nik Gowing (Main Presenter, BBC World News) » Jun Murai (Dean and Professor, Faculty of Environment and Information Studies, Keio University) » Ross Rowbury (President and Representative Director, Edelman Japan) » Peter Wilson (Co-Founder and Managing Director, Gplus Media) Moderator: » Masaakira James Kondo (Country Manager, Twitter Japan)   You can view the talk on YouTube using this link.

Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry set up a joint public-private initiative to promote creative industries such as media content, fashion, cuisine, and inbound tourism. In this session, experts in related fields will examine how the Cool Japan strategy can promote Japan’s soft power abroad and contribute to its economic growth. G1 Global Conference 2011 Society Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/   Panelists: » Harry Cheng (President and Representative Director, La Ditta, Limited.) » Danny Choo (Representative Director, Mirai Inc.) » Yoshiko Ikoma (Fashion Journalist and Art Producer) Moderator: » Takaaki Umezawa (Managing Director, Japan, A.T. Kearney) You can view the talk on YouTube using this link.

Japan faces the challenge of balancing growth and social welfare while tackling mounting national debt as the fastest ageing society in the world. The tragedy of 3/11 offers Japan an opportunity to remake itself. What should be the future direction of political leadership in this country? G1 Global Conference 2011 Opening Plenary Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Panelists: » Yoriko Kawaguchi (Member of the House of Councillors) » Keiro Kitagami (Member of the House of Representatives) » Heizo Takenaka (Director, Global Security Research Institute at Keio University Professor, Faculty of Policy Management) Moderator: » Nik Gowing (Main Presenter, BBC World News) You can view the talk on YouTube using this link: https://youtu.be/0sLPC41G80g?si=GWmr4w2dwf1fJleN

Japan faces the challenge of balancing growth and social welfare while tackling mounting national debt as the fastest ageing society in the world. The tragedy of 3/11 offers Japan an opportunity to remake itself. What should be the future direction of political leadership in this country? G1 Global Conference 2011 Special Presentation during the Opening Plenary Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, November 3, 2011. » https://g1.org/g1global/ Keynote Speaker: » Motohisa Furukawa (Minister of State for National Policy, Economic and Fiscal Policy and Science and Technology Policy) You can view the talk on YouTube using this link.