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This event will provide you with inspiration, knowledge, practical tools, and contacts to help you succeed and prepare for a sustainable future. It will help you lead the way and support others that do so too. WIN will inspire you and accompany you on your journey as an integrated global, authentic, and feminine leader. It has taken place in Tokyo annually since 2009. The most recent Asia-Pacific WINConference took place on-line on 5th July 2024.
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What
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A global leadership conference and summit of plenary sessions, workshops, working forums, a networking lunch, and dinner connecting you to ideas, energy, and people.
Women and men in senior and middle management, consultants, entrepreneurs, NGOs, leaders, politicians, artists, all longing for a positive change in their world, work, and life... YOU!
Join to inspire and be inspired, to learn and to share, to create and co-create, to contribute, and to connect with ideas, yourself, and other outstanding leaders from Japan and the rest of the world.
2024 Japan WINConference
05 July 2024 | 13:00-19:15 JST | Tokyo Women's Plaza
5 Chome-53-67 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Agenda 2024
Open the doors 13:00
Opening 13:30
Opening message 13:30～13:40
Panel Discussion 13:40～14:20
Q&A 14:20～14:40
Music (Violin Duo) 14:40～15:00
Break 15:00～15:20
Presentation 1 15:20～16:00 (w/Q&A) Mr. Robert McGuinness
Presentation 2 16:00～16:40 (w/Q&A) Mr. Eliezer Barsharp
Break 16:40～17:00
Presentation 3 17:00～18:40 (w/Q&A) Dr. Anthony Giannoumis
Workshop (Body movement) 18:40～19:00
Networking Dinner (Optional)
Networking Dinner (Optional) 19:30～
Presenters
● Robert McGuinness
CEO of Prana Life / Yoga Instructor
● Eliezer Barshap
Owner of Import Export Company / marriage counselor
● Dr. Anthony Giannoumis
Motivational speaker, workshop facilitator and course instructor on inclusive leadership
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Past Speakers:
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Andrijana Cvetkovikj, an ambassador, film director, entrepreneur, and advocate for the UN's SDGs, holds a Ph.D. in Cinema Studies from Nihon University and an Executive MBA from TUJ. As the Founder & CEO of BrioNexus and co-founder of the Ambassadors Council, she propels sustainable development and social progress through cultural and science diplomacy. Previously, as the Director for North Asia at the Economist Group, she showcased her expertise to elevate high-level discussion across sectors including multiple stakeholders. With a distinguished career, including serving as an ambassador of Macedonia to Japan (2014-2018) and holding senior executive roles and board seats internationally, Andrijana is hailed for her leadership in diversity, inclusion, and gender equality. She has garnered several accolades, including the Award of Excellence from the Japanese Association of Film Producers and the WIN Inspiring Women Worldwide Award 2022. Moreover, she received an Honorary Doctorate from the European University and has been a speaker at prestigious events like the World Economic Forum and the UN's Conference on Climate Change. Notably, she has been appointed as a Special Advisor for International Cooperation to the Minister of Culture of Japan.
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Jesper Koll has been researching and investing in Japan since becoming a resident in 1986. Over the past two decades, Jesper has been consistently recognized as one of the top Japan strategists/economists, having worked as Chief Strategist and Head of Research for U.S. investment banks J.P. Morgan and Merrill Lynch. He currently serves as Expert Director for the Monex Group and the Japan Catalyst Fund (Japan’s 1st retail investor based corporate engagement/activist fund). His analysis and insights have earned him a position on several Japanese government and corporate advisory committees and boards and he is an Ambassador for FinCity Tokyo. Jesper serves on the board of directors of OIST (Okinawa Institute of Science & Technology) and Asia Society (Japan). Jesper is an economist, angel-investor, patron; and yes, a Japan Optimist.
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I’m Judith Ruiz Godoy Rivera, the Dean of the School of Humanities and Education at Tecnologico de Monterrey, the largest private university in Mexico. I hold degrees in Humanities and Modern Literature. What truly motivates me is the chance to influence and inspire future leaders through education and cultural initiatives. I’m passionate about promoting equality, guiding critical thinking and leading an enriching application of the Humanities. I've spent years leading projects to empower indigenous communities in Southern Mexico and women refugees in Costa Rica. Being part of this forum fuels my drive to foster collective intelligence and networking among women. I believe in the power of shared knowledge to bring about social change. So, whether it's advancing education, enriching culture or advocating for the arts, you'll find me right there at the forefront, sharing and contributing to human flourishing.
I am Keiko Maruyama, the CEO of WOMANET Co., LTD. Currently I manage IT and Marketing Consulting Company to help startups and small business in Japan. Before starting my business, I worked 15 years in IT industries such us Equant France Telecom and Cisco Systems Japan both as a sales manager, marketing and project manager. I look forward to sharing experiences of being a woman leader and am inspired to connect with so many women and find new possibilities for my life.
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Nilima Bhat is a visionary in the fields of Personal Mastery, Leadership, Gender Equality and Wellbeing. Her extensive and pioneering body of work is encompassed in her two books, Shakti Leadership – Embracing Feminine and Masculine Power in Business and My Cancer Is Me – The Journey from Illness to Wholeness. Together they outline new and cutting-edge holistic and integrated approaches to DEI&B, Leadership and Resilience. Nilima headed Corporate Communications for an ITC Hotel, Philips, and ESPN STAR Sports before co-founding Roots & Wings, a leadership consultancy in 2004. Their blue-chip clients include HP, Microsoft, Whole Foods Market, Etsy, Tata, SocGen Bank and more. Nilima is currently building 1) the Shakti Fellowship, jointly certified with the University of San Diego and WIN, with a mission to create 100,000 women changemakers by 2030. 2) the Truth & Reconciliation movement for healing collective trauma and leading harmonious interdependence at a planetary level. 3) the Shakti Kumbh, first-ever Kumbh Mela for spiritual traditions of the Divine Feminine, with an Integral Yogini Teacher Training Course.
Website: www.shaktileadership.com
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I am Ryoko Kuwata the CEO of INSPIRE LAB in Dubai. I transitioned from a financial institute career as a financial analyst, to pursue my true passion which is . With a focus on financial & business services, education and wellness programs, I empower individuals to use their passion to discover their purpose, pursue their dreams, and achieve personal growth. Through INSPIRE LAB's holistic approach, we blend finance & Business, and well-being practices. My passion is to teach people how to enjoy their life journey and to find their passion as well their life purpose. I also passionate to inspire others to embrace their potential and make a meaningful impact in this world. My mission is to bridge the gap between business and holistic well-being, and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives.
Sawori Imura has been with Bristol-Myers Squibb for over 9 years, and she is currently General Manager of the Aichi Plant. Past roles at the company include Director of Strategy and Operation and Life Cycle Lead, Integrated Product Strategy, Global Supply Chain. Before that, she spent 17 years at Procter and Gamble, including as Group Manager, Site Integrated Working System Lead at the Akashi Plant. She has an Executive MBA from NUCB Business School and a BS in Biochemistry and has certificates in leadership development (from Harvard Business School Executive Education) and supply chain (from APICS).
Steven Haynes, a television personality known for his style for fashion/runway/stage/ beauty contest Known as the “MAGIC HAND” for his unique concept ways of coaching Steven has led many beauty contestants to “WIN” the crown. His method “ultimately important is 1st impression” & beauty starts within training you to understand what beauty really is! Former Miss universe performing partner Miss universe 2008 Hiroko Mima Miss universe 2009 Emiri Miss International Queen 2009 Haruna Ai Personal trainer/ Stage coach Miss International 2010 Etsuko Kanegae National contest voted Miss elegant Personal trainer/ Walking coach TV talents /Idols / Artists personal trainer / Choreographer 2011 published “Walking can make your dreams come true” A quote from the book by INES LIGRON ”He can make anyone, walk the red carpet as a star .” It’s a fact : Steven has released so many beauties to the WORLD. Are you ready to be next? Steven will answer with a SMILE.
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At the age of 29, I Silke Schäfer, came to astrology through a striking natural experience under the starry sky in the Australian desert. I then left my path as a professional photographer and now work successfully as an astrologer and author based in Switzerland.
It gives me great pleasure to touch the hearts of an audience of millions through my YouTube channel. As a mentor & coach I teach online "New Astrology" in my own community. Through my livestream meditations and my own music I have been fostering for 24 years silence of thoughts as the next step of mankind. Three of my books became instant bestsellers.
As a mother of a daughter born in 2005, it is my great aspiration to open spiritual spaces and create consciousness in the service of world peace. I have been a speaker at WIN since 2012 and I am thrilled by the ever-growing interest in spirituality as the basis for a successful future.
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I am Ted Katagi, the founder and CEO of Kenja. Kenja provides an enterprise software platform for larger global organizations like NTT, Randstad, and the United Nations.
Prior to Kenja, I held senior leadership roles, including Senior Managing Director of Fidelity Investments and Chief Marketing Officer of Vodafone Japan, Global Director of Commercial Strategy of Vodafone Group, and Executive Vice President of Japan Telecom.
I have been a well-sought after speaker in Tokyo and also is a professor at the NUCB Graduate School of Business. And I earned my MBA at Harvard Business School and bachelor's degree at UC Berkeley.
PARTNER
Bristol Myers Squibb is a leading global biopharma company focused on discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with serious diseases. We have a high bar for innovation focused on disease areas with significant unmet need where our medicines can truly make a difference for patients. Through the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) charitable organization, we support community-based programs that promote cancer awareness, screening, care and support among high-risk populations in the United States, as well as China, Brazil and sub-Saharan Africa. Our employees around the world work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
Together we will:
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Get updated on the emerging trends and the global context.
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Discover how women can collaborate to lead a gender-based work agenda towards a thriving future in Japan and Asia.
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Explore how organizations and individuals can create a regenerative future.
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Learn how to find possibilities that enable society, companies and individuals to grow in a sustainable way.
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Become a noble agent of possibility that we each need to become.
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Learn how to accelerate your journey, develop skills, increase your confidence and become an authentic leader.
2009
Japan WIN Conference
2012
Japan WIN Conference
2014
Japan WIN Conference:
Expanding Possibilities
2016
Japan WIN ConferenceTokyo: Leading the Way
2018
Japan WIN Conference: Opening Possibilities for an Integrated Future
2021
APAC WIN Conference: Women Shining Together
2011
Japan WIN Conference
2013
Japan WIN Conference:
Taking the Next Step
2015
Japan WIN Conference:
Realizing Change
2017
Japan WIN Conference:
The Women's Global Leadership Journey
2019
Mobilizing Women Tokyo
2022
Asia-Pacific WINConference
past speakers
ベーバ・ウマラン, 社長, PepsiCo Asia Pacific Region
Akira Matsumoto, Chairman of the board & CEO, Calbee, Inc.
Seiko Noda, Member of the House of Representatives
Yuriko Koike, Member, the House of Representatives Former Minister
Masako Mori, member of the House of Councillors
Fumiko Hayashi, Mayor of Yokohama
Jesper Koll, Chief Japan Strategist, JP Morgan Securities Japan
Leanne Cutts, President, Asia Pacific, Mondelez
Merle Aiko Okawara, Chairman, JC Comsa Corporation
Peter List, President & CEO, IKEA Japan
Hiroko Koide, Senior Vice President of Global Marketing, Kirin Company Ltd
Rui Matsukawa, Director of Gender Mainstreaming Division, Japanese Ministry
Sayaka Osakabe, Founder and Representative, Matahara Net,
Georges Desvaux, Managing Partner, Japan Office, McKinsey & Company Inc
Miyuki Suzuki, Representative Director and CEO, Jetstar Japan
Yuko Arimori, Former Olympic Runner, Founder Heart of Gold
Tiziana Alamprese, Marketing Director, Fiat Chrysler Japan
Kathy Matsui, Managing Director, Goldman Sachs Japan
Yuka Tanimoto, Journalist/Newscaster
Yoshimi Ogawa, President, Index Corporation
Mika Masuyama, Partner, Egon Zehnder International
Vicki Beyer, Executive Director, Legal and Compliance Division, Morgan Stanley
Junko Tsuboi, General Manager of CSR & Corporate Communications, Kirin Holdings
Yuka Mitshuata, President, Mo-house
Helena Phua, Executive Vice President, Asia Pacific, International New York Times
Gerald Lema, President Baxter Japan
Elizabeth Handover, Asia Partner & Faculty Member, Lumina Learning
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