[Mie Prefecture x AlphaDrive] “Mie Startup Conference Vol.5” held at Mie Terrace in Nihonbashi
*AlphaDrive*
Press release: August 19, 2024
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[Mie Prefecture x AlphaDrive] “Mie Startup Conference Vol.5” held at Mie Terrace in Nihonbashi
*The theme is “The charm of the region as told by Mie’s cool entrepreneurs”* *
AlphaDrive Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “AlphaDrive”) has been entrusted with the management of the “Mie Startup Support Platform Management Business” by Mie Prefecture. *
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We aim to build a startup ecosystem in Mie by utilizing the “Mie Startup Support Platform,” which was launched in August last year with the aim of accelerating startup support efforts in Mie Prefecture and creating startups from Mie. *
*Information on Mie Startup Conference Vol.5 “Local charms talked about by Mie’s cool entrepreneurs”*
This is the fifth time for the “Mie Startup Conference”, which has been held by Mie Prefecture since last year. Mr. Toya Higashiyama, who runs a wedding business and a complex facility that solves
environmental issues in Ise-Shima, and Mr. Shohei Toyonaga, who is creating new agricultural technologies for the era of climate change, such as seawater farming, will be on stage to discuss Mie Prefecture’s Learn about new business forms that take advantage of beautiful nature.
The talk session will focus on a Q&A session where participants will be able to thoroughly answer questions from the participants. If you want to make the most of the charm of the region and create new business, please join us.
■Date and time
September 19, 2024 (Tuesday) 19:00 to 21:30 (Reception starts from 18:30)
■Place
Mie Terrace 2F Event Space
(YUITO ANNEX 2F, 2-4-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo) https://mie-terrace.jp/
This event will also be simultaneously streamed online.
■Event details
18:30 – 19:00 Reception
19:00 – 19:10 Opening
19:10 – 19:25 Guest story (Mr. Toya Higashiyama)
19:25 – 19:40 Guest story (Mr. Shohei Toyonaga)
19:40 – 20:20 Talk session “What is the appeal of creating business in the region”
Facilitator: Daisuke Yamaoka
Guest: Mr. Toya Higashiyama, Mr. Shohei Toyonaga
20:20 – 20:30 Closing
20:30 – 21:30 Exchange meeting
■Speaker profile
Mr. Toya Higashiyama / Representative Director of FOLK FOLK Inc., Representative Director of Respective Productions Co., Ltd., CO Blue Center
Owner, NPO Mie Social Business Fund Representative Director
After graduating from high school in Ise-Shima, he studied music theory, acoustics, lighting, etc. in Osaka, and got a job at a wedding hall in Mie Prefecture. Became independent in 2012 and started wedding production company Wedesign
Founded Inc. In 2017, we renovated an internet cafe in Ise City and turned it into a wedding venue, FOLK.
Founded FOLK. Currently, it is a complex service facility that not only holds weddings, but also has a hostel and cafe. In 2022, REP will provide creative production for companies and governments.
Founded Inc. CO Blue, an office complex where social businesses will gather in 2023
Center opened. In the same year, Mie Social Business Fund, a donation-type NPO, was established. We have also started regional revitalization projects, primarily through public-private
collaboration with the governments of Shima City and Ise City. In addition, he also serves as a business coach, an outside director and advisor for various companies, and in charge of new business startups.
Shohei Toyonaga / Representative Director of POMONA Farm Co., Ltd., Founder & CEO of Cultivera Inc.
Born in Aichi Prefecture in 1989. Engaged in the excavation of Cambodian ruins and landscape and cultural preservation activities at the Waseda University Archeology Laboratory. At that time, I became suspicious of the environmental destruction that was occurring around cultural heritage sites in Asian countries and the concentration of young people in urban areas due to a lack of industry. Explore possibilities. Founded Cultivera in 2016. While conducting research and development of various agricultural technologies using his unique patented technology Moisculture as a platform, he also operates the agricultural corporation Pomona Farm in Taki Town, Mie Prefecture. Daisuke Yamaoka / Executive Officer, YOUR MEAL Co., Ltd.
Born in Iga Ueno, Mie Prefecture, raised in Toin Town. After moving to Tokyo for work, while launching multiple media services at IT Media, he founded ASOBIBA, a survival game company, with a friend as a side job. Joined Akatsuki Live Entertainment in 2018. As the head of the marketing department, he oversaw PR and marketing for the Poop Museum and Banksy exhibition held at the Aso Building, an entertainment facility connected directly to Yokohama Station. In one year, it was exposed on more than 30 TV programs and contributed to 3.5 million visitors. 2021, Muscle
Appointed as executive officer of Deli, in charge of public relations, new business, and D2C consulting. Sake cheesecake, personalized D2C “YOUR”
MEAL” and Hanma Baki collaboration. In addition, he is a PR advisor for several startup companies. Japan Marketing Society PR committee member. PR TIMES official recognition
Second term press release evangelist.
■Venue capacity
30 people
■How to apply for the event
Please fill out the form below and submit.
https://forms.gle/gSnQ9hssZEY7N6hf6
*Application deadline is September 17th (Tuesday) 12:00
(Reception will end as soon as the capacity is reached)
What is “Mie Startup Support Platform”?
As of the end of May 2020, 77 support organizations are participating in the “Mie Startup Support Platform,” which was launched in Mie Prefecture on August 28th last year.
This project aims to accelerate Mie Prefecture’s startup support efforts and create startups from Mie, and is a joint effort by related organizations inside and outside the prefecture, including financial institutions, higher education institutions, economic organizations, and support organizations. It will be a system.
In addition to entrepreneurs, support targets include in-house entrepreneurs and people in charge of new businesses, as well as students and those aiming to start a second business.
Click here for details
https://www.pref.mie.lg.jp/SOUGYO/HP/000277582.htm
About the one-stop counter
In Mie Prefecture, we will set up a consultation desk to provide support for those planning to start a business and those planning to start a business.
Our one-stop counter provides a wide range of consultations related to starting a business. You can also use it if you want to talk to someone first or if you want support for your business. We will also introduce you to the necessary experts and supporting companies. Additionally, we provide consultations with experts once a month. Please feel free to use it.
・I’m thinking of starting a business, but I don’t know where to start ・I want to start a new business, but I don’t know where to start ・Want to create or review a business plan
・I want to know how to raise funds
・I would like you to provide support for the project.
・Want to consider collaboration with other companies
・I want to support startups in Mie Prefecture, etc.
■Target people
・Those who are planning to start a business (including university students, technical college students, high school students, etc.) ・Start-ups aiming to grow by launching a business or raising funds, etc. ・Entrepreneurs, etc. who are developing new businesses (including those planning to change business formats within existing companies, open innovation, and launch new businesses)
・Startup support organizations including platform participating organizations (including financial institutions such as VC and accelerators)
■Consultation reception period
Until Friday, March 21, 2025
■Consultation method (free)
Face-to-face* or online
*For face-to-face meetings
ACRO STUDY (Office Kaneko 2F, 255 Otanicho, Tsu City, Mie Prefecture) https://acrostudyco.work/
*It’s a 2-minute walk from Tsu Station, so it’s convenient to use public transportation.
If you are coming by car, there is no free parking available, so please use a nearby paid parking lot.
■How to apply for consultation
Please fill out the inquiry form below and submit.
https://forms.gle/EiSDN3Z8kwzKKYqz5
A representative will contact you regarding the consultation date and time at a later date.
■Consultation person
Reiko Ishida / Alpha Drive Co., Ltd. Regional Co-Creation Business Department Tokai Area Representative, BASE LAUNCH MIE representative, official commentator for Mie TV’s “Mie Live”
Born and residing in Tsu City. Worked at Hyakugo Bank for 13 years after graduating from college. Joined “NewsPicks” in June 2016 and was in charge of programming. In October 2018, we started supporting the promotion of work style reform targeting small and medium-sized enterprises in Mie Prefecture as a multi-purpose company. She launched and operates a community that gathers practitioners of new ways of working, as well as the “Mie’s Working Adult Women’s Association.” Since April 2020, he has served as the official commentator for Mie TV’s news and information program “Mie Live”, and is currently in his fourth term. In September 2023, he transferred to AlphaDrive, and in December 2023, he joined the Mie business community “BASE”.
LAUNCH MIE” has been launched and is currently in operation. BASE LAUNCH MIE
https://region.alphadrive.co.jp/baselaunchmie
-Company Profile-
Company name: Alphadrive Co.,Ltd.
Established: February 23, 2018
Representative: Yoichi Aso, Representative Director, President and CEO Address: Kurusu Building 1F, 2-17-3 Nagatacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0014 https://alphadrive.co.jp
▼Contact information
Management office (contractor: Alpha Drive Co., Ltd.)
Person in charge: Reiko Ishida
reiko.ishida@alphadrive.co.jp
Mie Prefecture Employment and Economy Department, Industrial Innovation Promotion Division, Technology Innovation Group Person in charge: Yagata, Sawada
sougyo@pref.mie.lg.jp
Tel: 059-224-2227