JBusiness Forum 2024
An excellent opportunity for students to share their projects with peers in a non-competitive environment!
Event Description
The JBusiness Forum is an event for students to share their Japanese business-related projects and presentation given by Japanese business insiders. We invite those who are interested in learning Japanese business culture and considering employment at a Japanese-related firm in the future. The theme this year is Global Talents in Japanese Employments.
In addition to two guest speakers, four student projects will be selected for the event, and they will present their undergraduate research at the JBusiness Forum.
Time & Date: Friday at 3:30-5:00 PM EST. November 22nd, 2024
Location: Virtual Platform. (The link will be provided later).
Application for Student Presenters
Applications are now closed. Thank you for your submissions!
Registration for Attendees
Attendee registration is open now! The Virtual Event link for the event will be sent at a later date to your email address. Please visit the following link to register for this event. It will remain open until one day prior to the event.
Event Schedule
| Time | Speakers and presenters |
|---|---|
| 3:30pm | Opening Enika Banerjee Dr. Anabel Aliaga-Buchenau |
| 3:35pm | Guest Speaker Ms. Mary Milligan |
| 3:50pm | Student Presentations Naomi Letson & Lian Luo Vanderbilt University Maple Clodfelter& Nathaniel Smith UNC Charlotte Taylor Todd Baylor University |
| 4:30pm | Guest speaker Ms. Ayako Yasuda |
| 4:45pm | Q&A |
| 4:55pm | Closing Mr. Stephen Sumner |
EVENT SPONSORS
Sponsor: The Office of International Programs
This event is part of 2024 International Education Week.
Event Organizers
Organizer: The Japanese Studies Program at UNC Charlotte
Featured Guest Speakers
Ayako Yasuda: Managing director, Seiho Co.,ltd
Ms. Ayako Yasuda is an accomplished international business professional with extensive experience in bridging markets between the U.S. and Japan. As the Managing director at Seiho Co., Ltd., She develops and executes sales strategies, overseas market research, and manages e-commerce initiatives for Japanese food products. Her role involves recruiting and training staff, analyzing sales data, and promoting Japanese culinary traditions in the U.S.
Ms. Yasuda holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Tokyo Woman’s Christian University, where she also studied International Relations and Geopolitics. Her career includes impactful roles such as Consul at the Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta, where she advanced U.S.-Japan relations and promoted Japanese food exports. Additionally, she has held positions at JETRO, where she honed her skills in market expansion and international trade.
With a deep understanding of cross-cultural business dynamics, She brings valuable insights into global business strategies and international market development. Her expertise provides a practical perspective on navigating the complexities of international business and fostering global partnerships.
Mary Milligan: Congressional Diplomatic Assistant, Embassy of Japan
Ms. Mary Milligan is a Diplomatic Assistant for the Minister of the Congressional Affairs section at the Embassy of Japan in Washington, D.C. In this role, she coordinates meetings between the Minister and Members of Congress, organizes receptions for Japanese business representatives, and collaborates with Embassy colleagues to manage logistical details. Additionally, she drafts and proofreads official documents, researches Members of Congress and their staff, and maintains records of past meetings and events.
Ms. Milligan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. As part of her studies, she spent a year abroad at Nagoya University of Foreign Studies, where she deepened her understanding of Japanese language and culture. Her experience abroad sparked her passion for fostering U.S.-Japan relations and ultimately led to her joining the Embassy of Japan.
Questions and Contact
For questions or information, please contact: Ms. Enika Banerjee ebanerje@charlotte.edu, The Japanese Studies Program at UNC Charlotte.
We will be updating this webpage. Please check back frequently!