WeWork Shibuya Scramble Square Shibuya-ku, 2-24-12 Shibuya, Tokyo
About the event
Join us on Tuesday, March 19th for a panel discussion and networking session to celebrate International Women's Day (IWD) 2024. The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day is “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.” Our event will offer diverse perspectives on what it’s like to be a woman founder or investor in Japan, with a particular focus on women-led STEM companies in Japan.
Our distinguished panelists:
- Lisa Sakashita, CEO and Founder of Nanotis
- Frith Maier, CEO and Founder of NEI
- Schyler Cole, Venture Capitalist and Ecosystem Builder
Questions we'll ask include:
- What are some key traits to look for in a co-founder?
- What were some unexpected challenges you faced in translating your academic research into a viable business?
- What are some strategies you’ve found successful in pitching to predominantly male investors in Japan?
- How did you find mentors and advisors?
- Additional Q&A from the audience
Who should attend this event?
- Women and gender minority persons building STEM careers in Japan, especially those who are thinking of making the leap into entrepreneurship
- Leaders of organizations and individuals who want to support, mentor, and potentially invest in women founders
- Employers who are seeking to hire women and other underrepresented groups with strong STEM talent
Fee
Free
Registration
Register from here
Organizer
Women in Science Japan
Event page
https://www.meetup.com/ja-JP/women-in-science-japan/events/299165683/
