Tokai TV Premium Business Service 'Edge' to Host Collaborative Event with SMBC Nikko Securities on June 30: Theme 'How to Approach Generative AI'
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- Tokai TV Premium Business Service 'Edge' to Host Collaborative Event with SMBC Nikko Securities on June 30: Theme 'How to Approach Generative AI'
- Tokai Television Broadcasting Co., Ltd. will co-host an event with SMBC Nikko Securities on June 30, 2026, titled 'Why Don't Good Companies Get Noticed? – The Story from Capital and Media Perspectives'. The session focuses on storytelling for startups and new ventures, combining financial and media insights around generative AI.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 18, 2026
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Tokai Television Broadcasting Co., Ltd. will co-host an event with SMBC Nikko Securities on June 30, 2026, titled 'Why Don't Good Companies Get Noticed? – The Story from Capital and Media Perspectives'. The session focuses on storytelling for startups and new ventures, combining financial and media insights around generative AI.
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- Tokai TV Premium Business Service 'Edge' to Host Collaborative Event with SMBC Nikko Securities on June 30: Theme 'How to Approach Generative AI' (June 18, 2026), PR Times
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- June 18, 2026
Tokai Television Broadcasting Co., Ltd. will co-host an event with SMBC Nikko Securities on June 30, 2026, titled 'Why Don't Good Companies Get Noticed? – The Story from Capital and Media Perspectives'. The session focuses on storytelling for startups and new ventures, combining financial and media insights around generative AI.
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Tokai Television Broadcasting Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Higashi Ward, Nagoya City) will host a collaborative event with SMBC Nikko Securities Co., Ltd. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at STATION Ai (1-2-32 Tsurumai, Showa Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture), titled 'Why Don't Good Companies Get Noticed? – The Story from Capital and Media Perspectives'.
Brochure (PDF)
d12860-586-04376133fdc0499501dfd32375fe4367.pdf
Event Overview
A relaxed session designed for 'finance beginners' and those 'who want to craft a business story'.
For startups and new ventures to grow, it's not just about 'what you do' but also 'how you communicate it'. How can you convey the charm that numbers alone cannot express, through storytelling?
This session's theme is 'how to approach generative AI'.
A unique collaboration between SMBC Nikko Securities—the experts in IR document explanation—and Tokai Television Broadcasting—the experts in 'storytelling and production'—brings you this rare 'finance × media' session!
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 30, 17:00–19:00 (Event & Networking)
🏡 Venue: STATION Ai, 3F Staircase Space
🧍 Capacity: First-come, first-served, limited to 30 participants
💰 Fee: Free
🃏 Items to bring: One business card (required at registration)
Speakers (names without honorifics)
・Kazutaka Shiro (SMBC Nikko Securities Co., Ltd.)
・Jun Tomatsu (Tokai Television Broadcasting, Strategic Planning Bureau)
How to Apply
Registration is available via the STATION Ai community site 'commune'.
Please click 'Apply' on the event page within 'commune'.
※ If you are not a tenant of STATION Ai and wish to participate, please contact the Edge Operations Office (contact details at the end) by email.
Email: edge@tw.tokai-tv.co.jp
■ Tokai TV Premium Business Service 'Edge' is now accepting applications for its Summer Plan (limited to a few companies)
'Edge', a premium business service launched by Tokai Television Broadcasting Co., Ltd., is a corporate-focused new business development program that began in March 2025.
Leveraging the strengths of a TV broadcaster—video production, storytelling, and media marketing—the program offers a six-month practical curriculum centered on over 150 clearly structured videos, online sessions, and offline networking events.
Applications are now open for the 2026 Summer Plan, limited to a select number of companies!
Application Period: April 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026
Start Date: Scheduled for July 2026
Interested? Request materials today!
Request Materials
Photos from Offline Networking Events
Edge Participating Companies (partial list, in alphabetical order)
Interested? Request materials today!
Request Materials
Featured Instructors
Mr. Minoru Moriya (Moriya Minoru Office, Inc.)
Entrepreneur with over 10,000 days of experience in new venture creation over 37 years.
He emphasizes the importance of 'will', 'customer perspective', and 'action', and points out common pitfalls such as 'contamination of core business', 'theories without experience', and '99% same mistakes', guiding many new venture leaders to success.
He has extensive experience and achievements across diverse industries including Misumi, M-Out, Rakusuru, Carepro, JR East Japan, and Nihon Nogyo.
Mr. Manato Ao (CEO, LEO Inc.)
Serial entrepreneur. After gaining experience in new business development as a corporate employee, he served as COO and co-founder of AI startup ExaWizards.
He has also contributed to new business development at major corporations such as Denso and Toyoda Gosei.
He supports participating companies by leveraging his global perspective and practical know-how gained from the field.
Partners Building Edge Together
LEO Inc.: Supports new ventures under the philosophy of 'moving forward through creation'.
Chiliconkan Co., Ltd.: Uses the power of TV and video to excitingly communicate corporate charm and challenges.
Edge: For the Next Generation of Business Leaders
Edge is a learning platform for business professionals who are not afraid to challenge and strive to create new value.
It empowers every corporate professional who is seriously committed to commercialization.
[Inquiries & Material Requests]
Tokai TV 'Edge' Operations Office
Email: edge@tw.tokai-tv.co.jp
Official Website: https://edge-biz.jp/
Official X: https://x.com/Edge_tokaitv
Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573423424803
Request Materials Here
Request Materials
Brochure (PDF)
d12860-586-04376133fdc0499501dfd32375fe4367.pdf
Event Overview
A relaxed session designed for 'finance beginners' and those 'who want to craft a business story'.
For startups and new ventures to grow, it's not just about 'what you do' but also 'how you communicate it'. How can you convey the charm that numbers alone cannot express, through storytelling?
This session's theme is 'how to approach generative AI'.
A unique collaboration between SMBC Nikko Securities—the experts in IR document explanation—and Tokai Television Broadcasting—the experts in 'storytelling and production'—brings you this rare 'finance × media' session!
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 30, 17:00–19:00 (Event & Networking)
🏡 Venue: STATION Ai, 3F Staircase Space
🧍 Capacity: First-come, first-served, limited to 30 participants
💰 Fee: Free
🃏 Items to bring: One business card (required at registration)
Speakers (names without honorifics)
・Kazutaka Shiro (SMBC Nikko Securities Co., Ltd.)
・Jun Tomatsu (Tokai Television Broadcasting, Strategic Planning Bureau)
How to Apply
Registration is available via the STATION Ai community site 'commune'.
Please click 'Apply' on the event page within 'commune'.
※ If you are not a tenant of STATION Ai and wish to participate, please contact the Edge Operations Office (contact details at the end) by email.
Email: edge@tw.tokai-tv.co.jp
■ Tokai TV Premium Business Service 'Edge' is now accepting applications for its Summer Plan (limited to a few companies)
'Edge', a premium business service launched by Tokai Television Broadcasting Co., Ltd., is a corporate-focused new business development program that began in March 2025.
Leveraging the strengths of a TV broadcaster—video production, storytelling, and media marketing—the program offers a six-month practical curriculum centered on over 150 clearly structured videos, online sessions, and offline networking events.
Applications are now open for the 2026 Summer Plan, limited to a select number of companies!
Application Period: April 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026
Start Date: Scheduled for July 2026
Interested? Request materials today!
Request Materials
Photos from Offline Networking Events
Edge Participating Companies (partial list, in alphabetical order)
Interested? Request materials today!
Request Materials
Featured Instructors
Mr. Minoru Moriya (Moriya Minoru Office, Inc.)
Entrepreneur with over 10,000 days of experience in new venture creation over 37 years.
He emphasizes the importance of 'will', 'customer perspective', and 'action', and points out common pitfalls such as 'contamination of core business', 'theories without experience', and '99% same mistakes', guiding many new venture leaders to success.
He has extensive experience and achievements across diverse industries including Misumi, M-Out, Rakusuru, Carepro, JR East Japan, and Nihon Nogyo.
Mr. Manato Ao (CEO, LEO Inc.)
Serial entrepreneur. After gaining experience in new business development as a corporate employee, he served as COO and co-founder of AI startup ExaWizards.
He has also contributed to new business development at major corporations such as Denso and Toyoda Gosei.
He supports participating companies by leveraging his global perspective and practical know-how gained from the field.
Partners Building Edge Together
LEO Inc.: Supports new ventures under the philosophy of 'moving forward through creation'.
Chiliconkan Co., Ltd.: Uses the power of TV and video to excitingly communicate corporate charm and challenges.
Edge: For the Next Generation of Business Leaders
Edge is a learning platform for business professionals who are not afraid to challenge and strive to create new value.
It empowers every corporate professional who is seriously committed to commercialization.
[Inquiries & Material Requests]
Tokai TV 'Edge' Operations Office
Email: edge@tw.tokai-tv.co.jp
Official Website: https://edge-biz.jp/
Official X: https://x.com/Edge_tokaitv
Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573423424803
Request Materials Here
Request Materials
FAQ
What is the theme of the event?
The theme is 'How to Approach Generative AI,' focusing on storytelling for business value from finance and media perspectives.
Who is organizing the event?
The event is co-organized by Tokai Television Broadcasting and SMBC Nikko Securities.
What is Edge?
Edge is a six-month practical program by Tokai TV that supports new business development through video and storytelling.
Where will the event be held?
At STATION Ai, 3F staircase space, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture.
Is there a participation fee?
No, the event is free. Please bring one business card.