Kyoto Deep Tech Commercialization Support Project to Hold Seminars for Aspiring Entrepreneurs (August 6, August 23, August 26)

Lifeness Co., Ltd. is,Kyoto Deep Tech Commercialization Support ProjectPrior to the application process, we will hold a “Seminar for Aspiring Entrepreneurs” to help participants learn the mindset and communication skills necessary for forming teams with researchers.

This seminar will feature guest speakers who are seasoned entrepreneurs who have teamed up with researchers from universities in Kyoto City to launch startups in the deep tech sector. Participants will gain insight into the perspectives of both researchers and business leaders, and—using concrete examples—learn the key viewpoints needed to bridge the gap between research outcomes and real-world implementation, as well as strategies for building effective teams.

In addition to the lectures, we will hold a workshop to help participants articulate their own interests and concerns. This will provide an opportunity for participants to clarify what social issues they wish to address and what kinds of researchers and technologies they would like to collaborate with, thereby helping them prepare to apply to the Kyoto Deep Tech Commercialization Support Project.

This seminar is intended for working professionals, students, corporate new business development managers, researchers at academic institutions, freelancers, and others interested in entrepreneurship or creating new businesses in the deep tech field. We look forward to welcoming anyone interested in building businesses that bring research findings to society.Prospective Entrepreneurs Seminar Flyer

Outline

Name
Kyoto Deep Tech Commercialization Support Project: Seminar for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

subject (of taxation, etc.)
Individuals interested in entrepreneurship and new business creation in the deep tech sector
Those interested in forming a team with researchers
For those considering applying to the Kyoto Deep Tech Commercialization Support Project

Contents
Opening Remarks / Program Overview
Lecture and Q&A Session with a Senior Entrepreneur
Workshop on Articulating Personal Passions
Summary and Information
(cultural) exchange meeting

Timeline
12:00 a.m.–12:20 a.m. Explanation of the Purpose
12:20 a.m.–12:50 a.m. Special Lecture + Q&A
12:50 a.m.–1:10 a.m. Introduction to Research Topics Selected for This Program
1:10–1:30 p.m. Networking Session for Participants
1:30–2:00 p.m. Individual Consultations

*The above is the tentative schedule for each session.

Event Schedule and Speakers (Detailed Overview Document)

1st

Date and Time: Thursday, August 6, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Format: Online
Speakers: Mr. Hajime Tanimoto, Representative Director and CEO, Gardelia Co., Ltd.

2nd

Date and Time: Sunday, August 23, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Venue: Lifeness Tokyo Headquarters (Iidabashi)
Speakers: Mr. Yuki Nakano, President and CEO, Material Gate Co., Ltd.

3rd

Date and Time: Wednesday, August 26, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Format: Online
Speakers: Mr. Atsuhiro Ishii, COO of Platinum Bio Co., Ltd.

Application

If you would like to participate, please register using the form below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrOUFF6d7mq94-D_B7igLdnSz1z6TIO3ERwx20sIFzVh25lA/viewform

Key Points of This Seminar

This seminar aims not only to teach the methodology of starting a business, but also to cultivate the skills essential for launching a business alongside researchers: the ability to understand a researcher’s vision, the ability to internalize social issues as personal concerns, and the ability to translate the potential of technology into business hypotheses.

In the deep tech field, even outstanding research results will not lead to implementation without a business plan and a team capable of bringing them to society. This project provides an opportunity for researchers and aspiring entrepreneurs to meet, leverage each other’s strengths, and take on the challenge of creating deep tech startups based in Kyoto.

Inquiries

Lifeness Co., Ltd. (the company entrusted with operating this project)

Contacts: Shigenaga, Nakajima

Email[email protected]