Many brands have come to Japan and failed because they did not “localize” for the Japanese Market. Two companies that come to the forefront are probably Tesco and Carrefour in the retail sectors. However, there are many other examples of companies that have come, failed, and folded their Japan operations. Clearly, companies must understand their […]
The Evolution of Human Connections: Unlocking the Future of Technology As we navigate the complexities of our increasingly interconnected world, it's essential to reflect on how far we've come. From the early days of metal-based currency to the rise of paper bills and digital transactions, commerce has undergone a significant transformation. The internet has revolutionized […]
For any CEO in Japan for more than a few years, the dramatic increase in tourists is undeniable. Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto are the destinations of people from Europe, China, America, and a myriad of other countries around the world that we never saw visit Japan in the past. In 2024, Japan saw nearly 37 […]
Join us for an engaging and candid lunch designed exclusively for CEOs and C-suite leaders. As always, the meeting will be conducted under Chatham House Rules to ensure open sharing of insights and strategies. The session is hosted in English and will provide a confidential space to explore pressing business challenges, strategic priorities, and leadership […]
In CEO Insights, a common topic over the years has been human resources. People are the lifeblood of any business. A few good people, can make the difference between failure and overwhelming success. In 2025, many companies are trying to sell us artificial intelligence (AI). We hear in meetings, at events, and even as we […]
Life is not just about knowing people, it’s about knowing good people. There’s no beating the quality of CEO Insights members and our guests around a table. As an executive, it can be lonely at the top and CI fills that void. As we close out and say “sayonara” to summer 2025, we want to […]
For several years, the members of the CI network have welcomed guest experts on investing, cyber currencies, and taxation. CEOs want to know the in and outs of using their resources wisely, realizing tax benefits, and planning for later years in our careers. It has been difficult to find someone who can talk about everything […]
Watch lovers unite! We are pleased to announce that we be holding an event at ORIS watch company's Ginza flagship Japan boutique. This will be a join event with CI and the Watchmen Investors group exploring the latest collections from ORIS, networking with other business executives, and learning more about watches and this 12-13B USD […]
Japan is certainly on the list of top destinations for international tourism recently. But the moderate climate both economically and seasonally has more appeal to people around the globe. With the fall of Hong Kong as a global market center, Singapore had been the last one standing. Japan, has the potential, with the governor of […]
As yet another year closes, many executive offices are reviewing what worked and what didn’t, what sold and what didn’t, what blew up and what overflowed. In addition to national responsibility, many of our member CEOs have other countries in Asia as well as Australia/New Zealand reporting to them. Growth is about reflecting on management […]