The Corporate Value Research Institute (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo), which conducts market research, analysis, and corporate trend analysis, has commenced the screening and selection process for the FY2026 SMB Excellent AWARD.

What is the SMB Excellent AWARD? Under the slogan 'Treating People as Assets to Improve Japan's Productivity,' the award aims to select 100 companies from over 3 million enterprises nationwide. By visualizing the human capital and potential appeal inherent in each business, the award supports Japan's productivity enhancement and next-generation growth.

As is widely known, the concept of 'Human Capital Management' has been introduced, guiding listed companies toward visualizing people as assets to boost Japan's productivity. The goal is to maximize the productivity and attractiveness of human resources. However, outstanding companies are not limited to listed corporations. There are numerous attractive enterprises among SMBs (Small to Medium Businesses). This award will pick 100 outstanding companies from more than 3 million SMBs nationwide to support the future of Japan.

Overview & Details - Presentation of the Official SMB Excellent AWARD Winner Logo (awarded for each category) - Screening Period: June 2026 – October 2026 - Publication Schedule: Starting from June 2026

Past Business Awards - SMB Expert Company Award (URL: https://smbexcellentcompany.com/ ) > Selected based on three criteria: expertise, originality, and consideration for human capital. - SMB Growth Company Award (URL: https://smbgrowthcompany.com/ ) > Selected based on three criteria: growth potential, originality, and consideration for human capital.

Corporate Profile - Company Name: Corporate Value Research Institute - Head Office Address: 7-13-20 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan - Business Description: Research and screening of corporate value, certification and posting of corporate value, and investigation of intangible assets owned by enterprises (Articles of Association Article 3). - Corporate Number: 7010005036503 - Contact: info@cvr-institute.com

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