Kokopelli to Host 'BA Award 2026: Specialists Leading the Regional Economy'
Kokopelli Inc. will hold 'BA Award 2026' on June 12, 2026, to recognize 35 financial institution employees for their outstanding SME support via the 'Big Advance' platform. The event includes a keynote by Naoto Ohitsu, former Mizuho Bank executive, and aims to foster cross-institutional knowledge sharing for regional revitalization.
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## Event Overview
Kokopelli Inc. will host the "BA Award 2026: Specialists Leading the Regional Economy" on Friday, June 12, 2026. This awards ceremony honors 35 selected employees from approximately 80 financial institutions nationwide participating in the "Big Advance" platform. The event will feature case study presentations on regional enterprise support and networking opportunities among financial institutions.
## Background and Objectives
While regional banks, credit unions, and credit cooperatives are often in competition, this event serves as a rare platform for top-performing staff from across the industry to gather and share expertise. By sharing initiatives for regional revitalization using the "Big Advance" management support platform and discussing challenges like SME digital transformation (DX), the event aims to contribute to the further development of regional economies.
## Keynote Program
A special lecture is scheduled for regional financial institution staff, featuring Mr. Naoto Ohitsu. He is a former Managing Executive Officer of Mizuho Bank and currently serves as Senior Managing Director and Partner at Midas Capital.
## Event Details
- **Date and Time**: Friday, June 12, 2026, 13:30–16:45
- **Venue**: Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel (3-7-11 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo)
- **Expected Attendance**: 31 financial institutions, approx. 80 participants (including 33 awardees) *As of May 25, 2026.
## About Kokopelli Inc.
- **Representative**: Shigeru Kondo, Representative Director and CEO
- **Location**: 11F Kioicho Building, 3-12 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- **Established**: June 2007
- **Business**: Business platform services (Big Advance, BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL, etc.)
Kokopelli Inc. will host the "BA Award 2026: Specialists Leading the Regional Economy" on Friday, June 12, 2026. This awards ceremony honors 35 selected employees from approximately 80 financial institutions nationwide participating in the "Big Advance" platform. The event will feature case study presentations on regional enterprise support and networking opportunities among financial institutions.
## Background and Objectives
While regional banks, credit unions, and credit cooperatives are often in competition, this event serves as a rare platform for top-performing staff from across the industry to gather and share expertise. By sharing initiatives for regional revitalization using the "Big Advance" management support platform and discussing challenges like SME digital transformation (DX), the event aims to contribute to the further development of regional economies.
## Keynote Program
A special lecture is scheduled for regional financial institution staff, featuring Mr. Naoto Ohitsu. He is a former Managing Executive Officer of Mizuho Bank and currently serves as Senior Managing Director and Partner at Midas Capital.
## Event Details
- **Date and Time**: Friday, June 12, 2026, 13:30–16:45
- **Venue**: Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel (3-7-11 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo)
- **Expected Attendance**: 31 financial institutions, approx. 80 participants (including 33 awardees) *As of May 25, 2026.
## About Kokopelli Inc.
- **Representative**: Shigeru Kondo, Representative Director and CEO
- **Location**: 11F Kioicho Building, 3-12 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- **Established**: June 2007
- **Business**: Business platform services (Big Advance, BIG ADVANCE GLOBAL, etc.)
FAQ
What is the BA Award 2026?
It is an event to honor outstanding financial institution employees who have contributed to regional economic revitalization using Big Advance.
Which financial institutions will participate?
As of May 2026, 31 financial institutions, including regional banks and credit unions, are scheduled to participate.
Is the event open to the general public?
According to the press release, the event is primarily for employees of financial institutions.