JETRO Chicago contacts for City of Osaka

Date Lobbyist Country Method Level Contact Office Issues
2008-09-06 Japan Other Event: Osaka Garden Anime Night The history and the sophistication of Japanese Animation was introduced through a screening of a video documentary of the "Father of Animation". Tezuka Osamu. He was born in Osaka and showed his early works. Participants: 100
2008-10-16 Japan Other Seminar: Osaka Business Seminar Explained about the investment climate in Osaka to U.S. business people together with the KIX and OCCI promotional programs. As an example of a success story, Carnegie Melon University and ETC representative shared their perspective on the advantages of setting up a campus in Osaka. Participants: 60
2009-03-21 Japan Other Japanese Speech Contest: This annual speech contest Osaka award is co-hosted by the Osaka Committee of the City of Chicago and the City of Osaka, Chicago Office. The winner of the Osaka award is set up with one week of homestay in Osaka with all expenses covered.
2009-03-24 Japan Other Osaka Promotion Seminar in San Francisco: Explained IT business situation and the investment climate in Osaka to U.S. business people. Patric Bray provided US business people with the tips when they start business with Japanese companies.
2009-04-04 Japan Other Sakura Matsuri: The City of Osaka, Chicago Office, exhibited within the Japan National Tourist Organization (JNTO) booth along with several tour agency group, other local government offices and Japan Railways. This festival since its conception in 1961, has become the biggest of its kind in the world outside of Japan, attracting over 1.4 million people in recent years. The Sakura Matsuri is a free, family-friendly festival. There are over 15 vendors of Japanese food, two beer gardens, 30 exhibitors of Japanese arts and culture, 15 vendors of Japanese products, and over 30 hours of live performances on five stages, including traditional and popular Japanese music and dance and martial arts demonstrations.
2009-04-15 Japan Other RoboBusiness 2009: For the fifth consecutive year, City of Osaka, Chicago Office exhibited at this event. There were nearly 40 companies represented at the Expo, all displaying their robots and other products, Mr. Matt Fisher (Kumotek) demonstrated robot at our booth and was one of the speaker of this event.
2009-06-09 Japan Other Robot & Vision Motion Control Show: The Robot & Vision Motion Control Show, a biennial event hosted by the Robotics Industries Association (RIA). The City of Osaka, Chicago Office hosted a booth among 7 other service robot related organizations, and alongside other Japanese organizations such as Toyota and JETRO Chicago Center. Mr. Matt Fisher (Kumotek) demonstrated robot at our booth.
2009-06-13 Japan Other Nihon Matsuri: The City of Osaka, Chicago Office exhibited Nihon Matsuri which was sponsored by MAJC. This festival is a free, family-friendly Spring festival. There were a lot of booth, such as Japanese tour agency, Shodo, Origami, Japanese goods, game and foods. Also, live performances on stages, including traditional and popular Japanese music and dance and martial arts demonstrations.
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JETRO Chicago contacts for Japan External Trade Organization

Date Lobbyist Country Method Level Contact Office Issues
2008-09-23 Japan Other Event: Japan Night: A Taste of China and Saitama This event was held as a part of the 2008 Midwest US-Japan Association Conference meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The purpose of the event was to showcase foods from Chiba and Saitama Prefectures. Representatives brought a selection of delicacies from each prefecture for attendees to taste. Participants: 250
2008-09-29 Japan Other Lecture: Japan Lecture Series Program, University of Northern Iowa, International Club of Business, Introduction Club of Business, Introduction of JETRO activities and perspectives on international business, Gool Japan, Japanese robotics industry and Japan business etiquetta. Participants: 30
2008-10-22 Japan Other Seminar: Invest Japan, Leveraging business resources, regional opportunities and isights on corporate goverance. This symposium was designed to highlaight investment opportunities in the Japanese market. A realization has been made that in order for the economy to grow, Japan must be open to the world. Participants: 150
2008-11-21 Japan Other Lecture: Japan Lecture Series Program, Japan Business Workshop, DePaul University Introduction of JETRO activities and perspectives on international business, Cool Japan, Japanese robotics industry and Japan business etiquette. Participants: 20
2008-11-21 Japan Other Seminar: Consumer Market in Developing Countries & Oil Situation in US This seminar was provided to Japanese companies in Midwest area. Explained consumer market in developing countries and oil situation in US. Participants: 31
2009-02-05 Japan Other Seminar: Preparing for the Future-A, Seminar on the Mexican Auto Parts Supporting Industries Introducing business oppotunity in Mexico. Explained business situation, regulation and examples. Participants: 105
2009-02-20 Japan Other Lecture: Japan Lecture Series Program, Northern Illinois University Tech 560 Introduction of JETRO activities and perspectives on international business, Cool Japan, Japanese robotics industry and Japan business etiquette. Participants: 20
2009-02-23 Japan Other Lecture: Japan Lecture Series Program, Indiana University. Kelley School of Business Presentation discussed perspectives of the Japan's economy, Japan - Midwest economic relationship and JETRO's activities in the Midwest. Participants: 30
2009-04-24 Japan Other US-Japan Collaboration & Opportunities: A Dialogue Discovering Education, Energy & Business in the 21st century: This program examined the U.S.-Japan relationship encompassing unique insights on education, energy and businessx. Our goal for the program was to create dialogue and interaction with the Lewis University community on Japan related topics of the day. We created an atmosphere that enabled the attendees, especially students, to listen to original thinking about Japan. We believe that this enhanced their own global mindset and enabled them to learn and obtain knowledge.
2009-05-28 Japan Other Monozukuri Seminar: The theme of Monozukuri-the spirit and quest for manufacturing excellence was presented to American management as a catalyst to foster innovation, collaboration, interaction, and cooperation with their Japanese counterparts, and to share insights on the manufacturing philosophies and production processes in Japan.
2009-06-03 Japan Other Japan BioMission Workshop: The objective of the BioMission Workshop was to introduce Japan based life science executives of small and medium sized companies and university researchers to large American pharmaceutical companies. Representatives from Eli Lilly (Indianapolis) and Medlimmne Inc. (Gaithersburg, Maryland) explained using powerpoint presentations what types of innovative drugs and research technologies they were hoping to license-in from Japanese biotechnology companies and universities and importantly, explain the process for collaboration.
2009-07-31 Japan Other Tax Seminar "Tax Strategies under the Slipping Economy Sales Tax, Customs Duties, and Transfer Pricing": Explain tax strategies that companies can utilize for reducing costs during the time of a recession.
2009-08-04 Japan Other JETRO Chicago had an exhibition table top and display at the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) Management Briefing Seminars: JETRO Chicago exhibited materials in the main foyer of the conference room on the Japanese automotive market, Monozukuri (spirit of manufacturing) programs, and JETRO materials outlining investment services for automotive parts companies considering a business presence in Japan.
2009-08-14 Japan Other Japan Lecture Series Program: Hope College/Meiji Gakuin university Global management Seminar: Lecture on working, networking and being able to adapt to foreign cultures and business practices.
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JETRO Chicago contacts for Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)

Date Lobbyist Country Method Level Contact Office Issues
2010-01-12 Japan Other (Advisor of City of Osaka, JETRO Chicago) SD Forum: This event was this office's second public appearance in the Silicon Valley, the region that is known to attract new businesses from all over the world. For the government panel, the City of Osaka advisor Patrick Bray presented on behalf of Osaka, introducing Osaka's clean industry concentration and boom that is happening in the "Green Bay" area.
2010-01-27 Japan Other (Owner and Chef of Takashi restaurant) Japanese Food Event, "Beyond Soup: 3 Chefs & The Art of Japanese Noodles" This event was to promote Japanese food and introduced better understanding of, and a taste for, Japanese noodles - a savory, healthy and easily adaptable food which has been enjoyed throughout Japan and globally in a myriad of stayles.
2010-01-27 Japan Other (Chef and Partner of Spiaggia restaurant) Japanese Food Event, "Beyond Soup: 3 Chefs & The Art of Japanese Noodles" This event was to promote Japanese food and introduced better understanding of, and a taste for, Japanese noodles - a savory, healthy and easily adaptable food which has been enjoyed throughout Japan and globally in a myriad of stayles.
2010-01-27 Japan Other (Executive Chef of Keefer's restaurant) Japanese Food Event, "Beyond Soup: 3 Chefs & The Art of Japanese Noodles" This event was to promote Japanese food and introduced better understanding of, and a taste for, Japanese noodles - a savory, healthy and easily adaptable food which has been enjoyed throughout Japan and globally in a myriad of stayles.
2010-02-18 Japan Other JETRO U.S.-Japan Clean Tech Symposium (City of Osaka booth): Hosted a table booth display at this event and introduced Osaka's clean industry concentration and boom that is happening in the "Green Bay" area. This event highlighted clean tech opportunities and encouraged collaboration between U.S. and Japanese companies through discussion and sharing of strategies and plans.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (President and CEO, Greater Omaha Chamber) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (Governor, State of Nebraska) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (Chief Executive Director, JETRO Chicago) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (President, JETRO New York) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (President and CEO, Katana Summit LLC) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (Senior Sales Manager, North America, NIKKO Company) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (Director of Business Development, JETRO Chicago) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-15 Japan Other (Assistant Coordinator, JETRO Chicago) Japan Lecture Series Event - Green & Clean: New Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities from Japan: This event was held in part to celebrate JETRO Chicago's 50th anniversary. The program was well received by all in attendance. Attendees were eager to learn more about new energy technologies from Japan and were informed about Japan's environmental policies and how industry is responding. This event allowed us to promote JETRO and Japan in general, which in a location which we do to frequently visit.
2010-03-31 Japan Other (Senior Accountant at Corbett, Duncan & Hubly P.C.) Seminar: Strategic credit management and debit collection. This seminar explained Japanese related companies how to perform a credit risk management.
2010-03-31 Japan Other (President of Risk Management Services, Inc.) Seminar: Strategic credit management and debit collection. This seminar explained Japanese related companies how to perform a credit risk management.
2010-03-31 Japan Other (Executive Director, JETRO Chicago) Seminar: Strategic credit management and debit collection. This seminar explained Japanese related companies how to perform a credit risk management.
2010-04-08 Japan Other (Director of Business Development, JETRO Chicago) Trends in Japanese Manufacturing The students gained new knowledge about Japan with regards to manufacturing and robotics.
2010-04-08 Japan Other (Project Coordination of Business Development, JETRO Chicago) Trends in Japanese Manufacturing The students gained new knowledge about Japan with regards to manufacturing and robotics.
2010-05-20 Japan Other (Beverage Marketing Consultants, LLC) Sake Tasting Event for Professionals (Organized this event with Consulate General of Japan at Chicago and Sake Export Association) This event was a special opportunity to sample many excellent sakes from 12 Japan's top microbreweries. A short sake presentation was mad by an American sake professional with expertise in sake marketing in the Midwest. Restaurant professionals and food industry professionals were mainly invited.
2010-05-20 Japan Other (Representatives from 12 Japan's top Sale Maker/Distributor) Sake Tasting Event for Professionals (Organized this event with Consulate General of Japan at Chicago and Sake Export Association) This event was a special opportunity to sample many excellent sakes from 12 Japan's top microbreweries. A short sake presentation was mad by an American sake professional with expertise in sake marketing in the Midwest. Restaurant professionals and food industry professionals were mainly invited.
2010-06-24 Japan Other (President of Risk Management Services, Inc.) Seminar: Strategic credit management and debit collection. This seminar explained Japanese related companies how to perform a credit risk management.
2010-06-24 Japan Other (Chief Executive Director, JETRO Chicago) Seminar: Strategic credit management and debit collection. This seminar explained Japanese related companies how to perform a credit risk management.
2010-06-24 Japan Other (Executive Director, Japan Business Society of Detroit) Seminar: Strategic credit management and debit collection. This seminar explained Japanese related companies how to perform a credit risk management.
2010-08-12 Japan Other (Chief Executive Director, JETRO Chicago) Japan Lecture Series Program: Hope College/Meiji Gakuin University Global Management Seminar. Students learned in about the importance of networking. America's unique business culture and about the service robotics industry in Japan
2010-08-12 Japan Other (Assistant Director, Business Development, JETRO Chicago) Japan Lecture Series Program: Hope College/Meiji Gakuin University Global Management Seminar. Students learned in about the importance of networking. America's unique business culture and about the service robotics industry in Japan
2010-08-12 Japan Other (Project Coordinator, Business Development, JETRO Chicago) Japan Lecture Series Program: Hope College/Meiji Gakuin University Global Management Seminar. Students learned in about the importance of networking. America's unique business culture and about the service robotics industry in Japan
2010-08-12 Japan Other (Project Coordinator, Business Development, JETRO Chicago) Japan Lecture Series Program: Hope College/Meiji Gakuin University Global Management Seminar. Students learned in about the importance of networking. America's unique business culture and about the service robotics industry in Japan
2010-08-12 Japan Other (President, Stellar Risk Management, Inc.) Japan Lecture Series Program: Hope College/Meiji Gakuin University Global Management Seminar. Students learned in about the importance of networking. America's unique business culture and about the service robotics industry in Japan
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JETRO Chicago contacts for Japan External Trade Organization

Date Lobbyist Country Method Level Contact Office Issues
2007-10-06 Japan Unknown Mamoru Hosoda, Mr. Hitoshi Yazaki Anime Focus
2007-10-06 Japan Unknown Mamoru Hosoda, Mr. Hitoshi Yazaki Anime Focus
2007-11-01 Japan Unknown Ralph Inforzato, Mr. Tomonori Shibahara Japan Lecture Series "Unique Perspectives on Japan"
2007-11-01 Japan Unknown Ralph Inforzato, Mr. Tomonori Shibahara Japan Lecture Series "Unique Perspectives on Japan"
2007-11-02 Japan Unknown Frazad Moussavi, Mr. Chris Schrage Japan Lecture Series "Unique Perspectives on Japan"
2007-11-02 Japan Unknown Frazad Moussavi, Mr. Chris Schrage Japan Lecture Series "Unique Perspectives on Japan"
2007-11-15 Japan Unknown Takashi Tsuchiya, Mr. Edward Bayham, Mr. Roger Japan Lecture Series "Spotlight Japan: Perspectives on the Economy and Business Culture"
2007-11-15 Japan Unknown Takashi Tsuchiya, Mr. Edward Bayham, Mr. Roger Japan Lecture Series "Spotlight Japan: Perspectives on the Economy and Business Culture"
2007-11-15 Japan Unknown Takashi Tsuchiya, Mr. Edward Bayham, Mr. Roger Japan Lecture Series "Spotlight Japan: Perspectives on the Economy and Business Culture"
2007-12-07 Japan Unknown Michael H. Moskow, Mr. Yasuo Hayashi, The Hon. East Asia Seminor
2007-12-07 Japan Unknown Michael H. Moskow, Mr. Yasuo Hayashi, The Hon. East Asia Seminor
2007-12-18 Japan Unknown Tomoori Shibahara Japan Lecture Series "Discover JAPAN"
2008-01-30 Japan Unknown Naoshi Minemura Mexico Business Seminar
2008-01-31 Japan Unknown Naoshi Minemura Mexico Business Seminar
2008-02-22 Japan Unknown J. Brian Atwood, Mr. Dan McElroy, Mr. Robert T Japan Lecture Series Defining the challenges of Japan and the U.S. in East Asian Economic Integration
2008-02-22 Japan Unknown J. Brian Atwood, Mr. Dan McElroy, Mr. Robert T Japan Lecture Series Defining the challenges of Japan and the U.S. in East Asian Economic Integration
2008-02-22 Japan Unknown J. Brian Atwood, Mr. Dan McElroy, Mr. Robert T Japan Lecture Series Defining the challenges of Japan and the U.S. in East Asian Economic Integration
2008-02-25 Japan Unknown Tomonori Shibahara, Mr. Ralph Inforzato Japan Lecture Series "East Asian Economics"
2008-02-25 Japan Unknown Tomonori Shibahara, Mr. Ralph Inforzato Japan Lecture Series "East Asian Economics"
2008-02-29 Japan Unknown Tomonori Shibahara, Mr. Ralph Inforzato, Mr. K Japan Lecture Series "Japanese Economics"
2008-02-29 Japan Unknown Tomonori Shibahara, Mr. Ralph Inforzato, Mr. K Japan Lecture Series "Japanese Economics"
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