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Program Details
In order of appearance

day 1 day 2 day 3
-Day 1:
November 8, 2024 (Friday) 13:00 - 17:20(JST) November 8, 2024 (Friday) 4:00 - 8:20(UTC) November 7, 2024 (Thursday) 23:00 - 3:20(EST)

-Day 2:
November 14, 2024 (Thursday) 13:00 - 17:20(JST) November 14, 2024 (Thursday) 4:00 - 8:20(UTC) November 13, 2024 (Wednesday) 23:00 - 3:20(EST)

-Day 3:
November 15, 2024 (Friday) 13:20 - 17:20(JST) November 15, 2024 (Friday) 4:20 - 8:20(UTC) November 14, 2024 (Thursday) 23:20 - 3:20(EST)
day 1(JST) 11/8Fri.

Hitachi PM Forum 2024(*Eligible for PDU points)

13:00 ~ (Day 1)

Greetings
Tadashi Kume

Tadashi Kume 

Vice President and Executive Officer, CQO&CMSO and Technical Supervisor of the Nuclear Business Unit, Hitachi, Ltd.

Tadashi Kume 

Vice President and Executive Officer, CQO&CMSO and Technical Supervisor of the Nuclear Business Unit, Hitachi, Ltd.

Speaker's profile

Joined Hitachi, Ltd. in 1986 and has held various positions, including President and CEO of Hitachi-GE Nuclear Energy, Ltd., and CEO of the Nuclear Business Unit at Hitachi, Ltd. He assumed his current position in 2023. With extensive experience in project management, particularly in large-scale projects such as nuclear power plants, he has successfully led numerous global projects in Europe and other regions.

13:20~ 14:20 (Day 1)

PM Session 1

・Introduction to Hitachi Rail Business
・Project Based Organization
・Project Management Governance
・The EPC and Turnkey Business
・Key challenges and Risk mitigations

Roberto Passalacqua

Roberto Passalacqua 

General Manager, PMO Rail Control, Hitachi Rail STS S.P.A

Roberto Passalacqua 

General Manager, PMO Rail Control, Hitachi Rail STS S.P.A

Speaker's profile

Roberto Passalacqua has a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Genoa and a master's degree (M.Phil) from the University of Birmingham (UK).
He has been working in Hitachi (previous Ansaldo STS) for more than 25 years and has extensive experience in Project Management of complex projects.
During his career he has managed International Complex Contract in Europe, Australia and North America.
He was appointed as Corporate Risk Manager of Ansaldo STS and hold the position of Area Manager in North America and Italy. Currently he is General Manager of Hitachi Rail Control responsible for Project Management Office of the Rail Control Unit as well as responsible for delivery of Key complex Project on North America.
He is Board Member of various joint ventures in Italy and North America and Chairman of the Milan Line 5 Concessionaire.

14:50~ 15:50 (Day 1)

PM Session 2

Welcome to PMI, the largest community of project professionals globally. Ms. Kang will share global learnings to maximize project success and social innovation to elevate our world with the Hitachi group.

SoHyun Kang

SoHyun Kang 

Regional Managing Director PMI®-Asia Pacific

SoHyun Kang

Regional Managing Director PMI®-Asia Pacific

Speaker's profile

SoHyun Kang, PMI Asia Pacific Regional Managing Director, leads strategy development for the region, focusing on markets like Japan. She has collaborated with companies like Hitachi to enhance project management capabilities. SoHyun holds a BA in Linguistics from Korea University and completed an executive program at the National University of Singapore. She is PMP, DASM, and CAPM certified. Based in Singapore, she enjoys traveling, exploring cultures, and tasting local cuisine and wine in her spare time.

14:50~ 15:50 (Day 1)

PM Session 2

Dr. Confort will discuss the key factors and drivers of project success in organizations. He will provide in-depth insights into how project success is perceived at different levels of the organization, what are the key success factors and ways organizations around the globe are measuring and tracking project success.

Dr. Edivandro Conforto

Dr. Edivandro Conforto 

Global Director of Thought Leadership at the Project Management Institute (PMI)

Dr. Edivandro Conforto

Global Director of Thought Leadership at the Project Management Institute (PMI)

Speaker's profile

Dr. Edivandro Conforto,is the Global Director of Thought Leadership (TL) at the Project Management Institute (PMI). Prior to PMI, he was a Technology Managing Director (partner) at Accenture, where he led the Latin America Business Transformation and Business Agility practice and operation. Edivandro is a seasoned Global Leader, Foresight Strategist and Advisor to C-Level with over 17 years of experience. He co-authored 10 books and over 50 articles. He is a former MIT Research Fellow and was a Post-Doctorate at MIT from 2013-2015. He holds a PhD and a master's degree in industrial engineering from the University of São Paulo.

16:20~ 17:20 (Day 1)

PM Session 3

We will discuss diversity-conscious project management with Hitachi executives and share their insights with employees. Through a panel discussion, we will explore the desired talent and essential elements for driving projects forward at Hitachi, regardless of gender or position.

Satoko Fujimori

Satoko Fujimori 

Corporate Officer, President of Applications Services Division, Digital Engineering Business Unit, Hitachi, Ltd.

Satoko Fujimori 

Corporate Officer, President of Applications Services Division, Digital Engineering Business Unit, Hitachi, Ltd.

Speaker's profile

Joined Hitachi in 1991. Responsible for IT system construction, proposals, and service business development for mobility, energy, and telecom operators. Currently in the same position since 2024. Leads the application development team for mission-critical systems, working on improving system development productivity through collaboration with the Front BU and GlobalLogic.

Megumu Tsuda

Megumu Tsuda 

Corporate Officer, General Manager of Internal Environment Initiatives Division and General Manager of Sustainability Promotion Division, Hitachi, Ltd.

Megumu Tsuda 

Corporate Officer, General Manager of Internal Environment Initiatives Division and General Manager of Sustainability Promotion Division, Hitachi, Ltd.

Speaker's profile

After joining Osaka Gas, engaged in overseas business for many years. Held positions as IR Manager, CSR & Environmental Affairs Manager, and Innovation Promotion Manager. Joined Hitachi, Ltd. in July 2021. Personally involved in various organizations focused on diversity and mutual learning. Currently serves as the Head of Environmental Internal Initiative and Sustainability Promotion Department.

Message to the participants

On the day of the event, we aim to create a platform where employees from various positions and backgrounds within the Hitachi Group can come together. This includes those actively involved in frontline project work, staff members supporting projects, managers, as well as young and new employees, individuals in childcare and caregiving, and even Hitachi Group employees from overseas. Through a panel discussion led by Director Fujimori and Director Tsuda, we will delve into the thoughts, questions, and concerns related to work that have been raised by participants from diverse backgrounds. Together, we hope to explore better solutions to these challenges.

16:20~ 17:20 (Day 1)

PM Session 3
Joji Watanabe

Joji Watanabe 

Executive Advisor, Hitachi Solutions Create, Ltd.

Joji Watanabe 

Executive Advisor, Hitachi Solutions Create, Ltd.

Speaker's profile

Joined Hitachi Ltd., in 1986, heavily involved in the development of financial systems. After serving as the General Manager of the PM Headquarters for Decision Support Systems (DSS), became an Executive Officer of Hitachi Solutions Corporation (HSC), and assumed the current position in 2023. Also serves as a Director and Editorial Committee Chair of the Project Management Institute Japan. Contributing to the innovation of project management in Hitachi and Japan, as well as the development of project managers. Appointed as the Chairman of the Hitachi PM Committee in 2023.

day 1(JST)11/14Thu.

13:00 ~ (Day 2)

Greetings

Hajime Kawamura 

President, Hitachi Academy Co., Ltd.

Hajime Kawamura 

President, Hitachi Academy Co., Ltd.

Lorena Dellagiovanna 

Senior Vice President and Executive Officer, Hitachi, Ltd.

Lorena Dellagiovanna

Senior Vice President and Executive Officer, Hitachi, Ltd.

13:10 ~ 14:00 (Day 2)※The scheduled speaking time has been modified.

Session1
Audrey Tang 

Audrey Tang 

Taiwan's 1st Digital Minister and Digital Democracy Pioneer

Audrey Tang

Taiwan's 1st Digital Minister and Digital Democracy Pioneer

Speaker's profile

Audrey Tang, Taiwan's 1st Digital Minister (2016-2024), is celebrated for her pioneering efforts in digital democracy. Named one of TIME's "100 Most Influential People in AI" in 2023, Tang was instrumental in shaping Taiwan's internationally acclaimed COVID-19 response and in safeguarding the 2024 presidential and legislative elections from foreign cyber interference.
Tang is now focused on broadening her vision of Plurality -- technology for collaborative diversity -- to inspire global audiences.

14:50 ~ 15:50 (Day 2)

Session2

The power of human existence lies in our ability to connect and affirm ourselves through our interactions with others. This connection has evolved into our "culture" through the development of empathy, which allows us to consider others' perspectives. As we navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and embrace the reality of the digital society, what do we need to thrive in the future? In this presentation, we explore the insights and recommendations for the future that have emerged from Dr. Yamagiwa's extensive research on gorillas.

Dr. Juichi Yamagiwa

Dr. Juichi Yamagiwa 

Director-General, Research Institute for Humanity and Nature (RIHN) and former President of Kyoto University

Dr. Juichi Yamagiwa 

Director-General, Research Institute for Humanity and Nature (RIHN) and former President of Kyoto University

Speaker's profile

Dr. Makoto Yamagiwa, born in Tokyo in 1952, is a renowned primatologist and academic leader. He holds a Ph.D. in Science and has held various positions throughout his career, including President of Kyoto University. His research focuses on human evolution and includes extensive socioecological studies on wild Japanese macaques and gorillas in Africa. Dr. Yamagiwa has made significant contributions to the field of primatology and has authored several books, including "Lessons Learned from Gorillas" and "The Empathy Revolution." He is currently the Director of the Institute for Integrated Research in Advanced Science and Technology and serves as a Senior Advisor for the 2025 World Exposition.

16:20~ 17:20 (Day 2)

Session 3

To become a global leader in social innovation, it is crucial to foster innovation and create new value by bringing together like-minded individuals who share a common vision. At Hitachi, we have a dedicated team working towards advancing social innovation by collaborating with startups worldwide, learning from their expertise, and generating fresh ideas. In this lecture, we will share their accomplishments, challenges, and offer practical tips for individuals to become leaders who actively engage in social innovation.

Kenichi Funaki

Kenichi Funaki 

General Manager, Corporate Venturing Office, Innovation Growth Strategy Division, Hitachi Ltd.

Kenichi Funaki 

General Manager, Corporate Venturing Office, Innovation Growth Strategy Division, Hitachi Ltd.

Speaker's profile

Kenichi Funaki has extensive experience in 15 reform projects, including business process reengineering and new system implementation, across various industries such as industrial machinery, information equipment, electronic components, daily necessities, and apparel. Recently, he has been actively promoting collaboration with startups as a means of open innovation for research and business development. Funaki recognizes that the acceptance of change is crucial for both reform and open innovation. Currently, he is actively practicing and experimenting with ways to foster a mindset within individuals and organizations that embraces and anticipates change.

Message to the participants

We aim to offer guidance to individuals who have the following concerns:
- For those who desire to create compelling proposals for their customers but feel that their own ideas are insufficient.
- For those who seek to incorporate innovative ideas from around the globe into their customer proposals, product development, and service offerings.
- For those who aspire to connect with colleagues worldwide and cultivate an engaging work environment.

Kiyoshi Kumagai

Kiyoshi Kumagai 

Senior Manager, Innovation Marketing Dept., Corporate Venturing Office, Innovation Growth Strategy Div., Hitachi Ltd.

Kiyoshi Kumagai 

Senior Manager, Innovation Marketing Dept., Corporate Venturing Office, Innovation Growth Strategy Div., Hitachi Ltd.

Speaker's profile

Kiyoshi Kumagai, a member of Hitachi since 2002, has contributed to the research and development of new financial services and information systems at the System Development Research Institute. Following his research on business innovation at Stanford University, he focused on developing and expanding the customer co-creation method called "NEXPERIENCE" at the Tokyo Social Innovation Co-Creation Center. In his current role at the Corporate Venturing Office since 2019, he actively engages in open innovation with startups, aiming to create new business opportunities.

Makiko Naemura

Makiko Naemura 

Department Manager, Connected Products Development Dept., Customer Success Division, Customer Success & Service Business Group, Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd.

Makiko Naemura 

Department Manager, Connected Products Development Dept., Customer Success Division, Customer Success & Service Business Group, Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd.

Speaker's profile

Makiko Naemura is currently involved in Location Based Services research and development at HAL. She has experience in business planning for M2M/IoT solutions and communication devices in the location information team at Hitachi Industrial Equipment. Naemura oversees technical development, ensuring compatibility with connected devices and managing system infrastructure. Her responsibilities include predictive diagnosis, AI solution development, and data analysis. Leveraging her global experience at JEMA, she focuses on the evolving industrial landscape, connecting people and technology to create new values.

Kaori Yoshida

Kaori Yoshida 

Manager, CSO Office, Hitachi Digital LLC

Kaori Yoshida 

Manager, CSO Office, Hitachi Digital LLC

Speaker's profile

Kaori Yoshida joined Hitachi in 2017 and has been involved in new business development and business restructuring in the DSS Strategy Division and Business Division. Since April 2022, she has been working at Hitachi Digital (US), focusing on startup collaboration, internal incubation, and AI strategy development for digital business growth. Yoshida aims to create and validate business hypotheses in digital business areas through engagement with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to BU strategies and business growth. In her pro bono work, she serves as an external advisor for Renovate Japan, a venture addressing vacant homes and poverty issues, which she co-founded with her university classmates in 2020. She also serves as a Silicon Valley Program Manager for the business networking NPO Keizai.

day 1(JST)11/15Fri.

13:20 ~ 14:20 (Day 3)

Session 4

One of the key concepts in Alfred Adler's individual psychology, which he founded, is "Gemeinschaftsgefühl" or "social interest." The original term "Mitmenschlichkeit" means "the sense of connection between individuals." The problem lies in the fact that without conscious awareness, connections with others can easily turn into power dynamics or dependency relationships. Simply being connected with others does not guarantee a healthy relationship. Building an equal and independent relationship is not achieved through scolding or praising. In the lecture, we will explore, with specific examples from everyday life, how to build such relationships.

Ichiro Kishimi

Ichiro Kishimi 

Philosopher

Ichiro Kishimi 

Philosopher

Speaker's profile

Philosopher and author. Born in Kyoto in 1956. He completed his doctoral program in Western philosophy at Kyoto University. He has taught at various universities, including Kyoto Kyoiku University, Konan University, and Nara Women's University.
Kishimi is renowned for his works such as "The Courage to Be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness" and "The Courage to be Happy: True Contentment Is Within Your Power" co-authored with Fumitake Koga. His writings include "No scolding, No praise, No orders. A New Theory of Leadership" offers practical and thought-provoking insights into personal growth, happiness, and human relationships.

Message to the participants

If you ever feel uncertain about connecting with young individuals, struggle to express yourself without constantly seeking approval, or need guidance on effective communication, I warmly invite you to join this lecture. You'll gain valuable insights on navigating these situations and finding the right words to connect with others.

14:50 ~ 15:50 (Day 3)

Session 5

teamLab aims to provide the most enjoyable service by combining creative technology and catalysts. They have been developing large-scale systems, creating products, and producing digital content since 2001, utilizing the latest technology. Recognized as artists both domestically and internationally, they believe that digital technology liberates human expression from material constraints, allowing for greater freedom. In their solutions, they offer end-to-end service development, from proposal to implementation, to solve clients' challenges. teamLab's strength lies in tackling problems as a team, rather than relying on individual efforts. After listening to this lecture, you will surely find working in a team more enjoyable.

Daisuke Sakai

Daisuke Sakai 

teamLab Co-founder

Daisuke Sakai 

teamLab Co-founder

Speaker's profile

Born in Sapporo in 1978. Graduated from the University of Tokyo with a degree in Mechanical and Information Engineering. Completed the Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Information Studies at the University of Tokyo. Conducted research on wearable remote-control systems for humanoid robots. Primarily responsible for solutions.
Experienced in digital solutions, large-scale system development, product development, digital content creation, urban planning, and architectural space design.

Message to the participants

At teamLab, we have a diverse team of specialists from various fields who collaborate to create extraordinary things. Through collective thinking and "co-creation," we have achieved outcomes that surpass what individuals can accomplish alone. Today, as we continue to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, we invite those who have faced challenges while working on team projects to join our lecture and share their experiences.

16:20 ~ 17:20 (Day 3)

Session 6

Is the person next to you the same as you in appearance, voice, and heart? No, no one is exactly the same. As unique individuals, we unintentionally draw boundaries between ourselves and others. Yet, we still yearn to understand those who are different from us.
Despite the history of conflicts that humans have repeated, is it not possible to find something beyond those conflicts? This is where our discussion begins, with Mr. Tomino, who depicted human battles through the "Mobile Suit Gundam" series*. Even though understanding each other may be challenging, can we not discover something beyond conflicts?

Yoshiyuki Tomino

Yoshiyuki Tomino 

Director (Animation film director and original author)

Yoshiyuki Tomino 

Director (Animation film director and original author)

Speaker's profile

Born in 1941 in Odawara, Kanagawa. He began his career at Mushi Production, working on the direction of the TV anime series "Astro Boy." As a freelance director, he has made significant contributions to various animation projects as a storyboard artist and director.Tomino's notable works include "Triton of the Sea," "Invincible Super Man Zambot 3," "Mobile Suit Gundam," and "Space Runaway Ideon." His latest project is the theatrical film series "G-Reco: Gundam Reconguista in G," consisting of five parts. In addition to his directorial work, he has also written lyrics for the music in his works and authored novels.