Free Seminar on June 24 (Wed): 'Why Isn't Global Talent Development Progressing? Identifying Invisible Barriers and Solutions'

Berlitz Japan Co., Ltd. (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Paul William Gamble) will co-host a free seminar titled 'Why Isn't Global Talent Development Progressing? Identifying Invisible Barriers and Solutions' on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, together with Chikako Morimoto, Representative Director and All Rounder Agent at morich inc., Noriaki Suzuki, Executive Managing Director at the Sports Human Capital Foundation, and Fumitaka Nakadera, Head of Human Capital Strategy at Terumo Corporation. The event is designed for corporate executives, managers, and HR or training professionals.

For many companies, attracting and developing global talent has become a critical business challenge, driven by overseas expansion, utilization of foreign workers, and intensifying global competition. However, many organizations face difficulties such as initiatives failing to take root at the operational level or falling short of expected outcomes.

This seminar will take a multifaceted look at why global talent development efforts stall and what barriers exist, drawing on real-world experiences and trial-and-error from participating organizations. It aims to provide actionable insights and practical guidance to shift from merely implementing programs to achieving tangible results.

Target Audience

- Corporate executives and managers responsible for business operations - HR and training professionals involved in talent development - Those experiencing challenges in implementing global talent development initiatives at the frontline - HR and training staff dissatisfied with the outcomes or ROI of English training programs - Professionals seeking case studies on global talent development from other companies - Those formulating talent strategies for overseas expansion or foreign workforce integration

Note: Participation from individuals in the same industry is not permitted. Please understand in advance.

Event Overview

Date & Time

June 24, 2026 (Wed), 16:00–18:00 (Registration from 15:45)

Format

Hybrid: In-person at fabbit Meeting Room Marunouchi / Simultaneous online streaming

Participation Fee

Free

Application Deadline

June 23, 2026 (Tue), 18:00

Schedule

16:00–

Opening Remarks

16:05–

Keynote Speech: 'What Kind of Talent is Needed in the VUCA Era? Insights into Global Talent Development' Speaker: Chikako Morimoto, Representative Director, All Rounder Agent, morich inc.

16:40–

Panel Discussion (Facilitator: Chikako Morimoto) Panelists: - Noriaki Suzuki, Executive Managing Director, Sports Human Capital Foundation - Fumitaka Nakadera, Head of Human Capital Strategy, HR Department, Terumo Corporation

17:25–

Presentation from Berlitz

17:30–

[In-person only] Meet-up Session & Business Card Exchange An opportunity for participants to engage in direct dialogue, share challenges related to talent development and training, and gain insights for their next steps.

* The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.

Registration

To participate, please register via the link below.

<Berlitz Corporate Language Training> Berlitz’s professional native-speaking instructors, with extensive experience in global talent development, support comprehensive skill enhancement. This includes not only business English conversation but also communication skills for seamless collaboration with diverse teams, practical business competencies, and intercultural understanding to deepen mutual respect. In addition to English, we offer training in approximately 40 languages. Programs are available for all levels—from new hires and pre-employees to executives—and for all language proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced.

Berlitz has a proven track record of serving over 5,500 companies in Japan and more than 20,000 organizations worldwide, leveraging this experience to design and deliver tailored training programs.

About Berlitz Founded in the United States in 1878, Berlitz has over 145 years of history. To date, more than 20,000 corporate clients worldwide and millions of individual learners—from children to adults—have studied with Berlitz. The proprietary 'Berlitz Method®' is globally recognized as an effective approach to acquiring foreign languages naturally.

In recent years, Berlitz has expanded its offerings to include flexible learning solutions using online platforms and AI, meeting the diverse needs of modern learners.

For more information on Berlitz corporate programs, visit: https://www.berlitz.com/ja-jp/corporations