Open Innovation
We provide support to individuals involved in launching new business ventures in major corporations and other large enterprises.
About
Open Innovation
In order to achieve significant improvements in solving social issues, it is effective for startups to collaborate with major corporations that possess high technological capabilities and domestic and international distribution networks in the “Open Innovation” initiative.
Therefore, to promote the adoption of such open innovation initiatives among a wide range of major corporations, we are launching a new “Open Innovation Adoption and Promotion Program” targeting individuals involved in launching new business ventures in major corporations in cooperation with several support providers.
Details of each program and the application period are as follows, and we eagerly look forward to your participation!
Program Outline
Mindset and Practical Workshop for Collaboration with Startups
Overview
Participants will acquire the mindset necessary for collaboration with startups through lectures and workshops, and will also engage in contact with startups and try to develop plans for collaboration (6 sessions).
Target
Representatives from companies looking to initiate collaboration and partnership with startups (approximately 5 companies).
Application Period
From Thursday, April 18, 2024 to Friday, April 26, 2024
*This program is no longer accepting applications.
Program Provider
ForStartups, Inc.
Producing in-house entrepreneurs (Intrapreneurs)
Overview
Through group training sessions and meticulous individual mentoring, the business ideas of intrapreneurs will be refined until they develop into revenue-generating business models (6 sessions in total).
Target
Intrapreneurs working within companies who are engaged in launching new ventures (about 5 companies)
Application Period
From Wednesday, April 17, 2024 to Friday, April 26, 2024
*This program is no longer accepting applications.
Program Provider
Zero One Booster Inc.
Collaboration with overseas startups
Overview
Participants will acquire the knowledge necessary for collaboration with overseas startups, conduct case studies, and engage in actual collaboration events. Networking opportunities abroad will be available upon request (6 sessions).
Target
Representatives from companies eager to collaborate with overseas startups (about 5 companies).
Application Period
From Wednesday, April 17, 2024 to noon on Monday, April 29, 2024
*This program is no longer accepting applications.
Program Provider
Plug and Play Japan Co.
Points of Attention
- The programs run from May to August.
- Please apply to each program provider through your affiliated company (Selection process involved).
- Each program requires a designated participation fee (For details, please refer to the website of each program provider.).
