[Now Closed] Seminar for Those Considering Independence in Asset Management: “Tokyo Independent Practice Workshop (Session 4)”
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The General Incorporated Association Tokyo International Financial Institution (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: Hiroshi Nakaso) (hereinafter "FinCity.Tokyo") will hold the fourth session of its independent practice support seminar for asset management professionals, "2024 Tokyo Independent Practice Dojo" (4 sessions total), in person on Friday, February 14, 2025, at(FinGATE KAYABA: 1-8-1 Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo).
This will also be a valuable networking opportunity, so we encourage you to attend! ※This event is
in-person only; materials and recordings will not be made publicly available.
This "Tokyo Independent Business Startup Dojo" is designed for individuals working in financial institutions or others aiming to start an asset management business in Tokyo. It covers the procedures for obtaining an asset management license, tax and compliance matters, and other information related to starting an asset management business. Additionally, it features talks by individuals who have actually founded asset management companies, sharing their experiences regarding the startup process.
■Schedule
① Session 1: Wednesday, September 4, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Online)
② Session 2: Thursday, October 10, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Online)
③ Session 3: Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM(Online)
④Session 4: Monday, February 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (In-person @FinGATE KAYABA 1st Floor Event Space)
※Each session features a different program covering broad themes. Attending multiple sessions will provide you with extensive knowledge beneficial for independent practice.
■Speaker for Session 4
- Lecture 1: "Revisions to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (Portion Pertaining to Asset Management Businesses)" Mr. Takashi Somekawa, Market Legislation Planning Officer, Market Division, Planning and Markets Bureau, Financial Services Agency
- Presentation 2: "Outsourcing Middle-Back Operations in Asset Management" <Panel Discussion>
■Takashi Somekawa, Senior Planning Officer, Market Legislation Planning and Coordination Division, Market Division, Planning and Market Bureau, Financial Services Agency
■Mr. Keiichi Ohara, Representative Director, Japan Asset Management Infrastructure Group Co., Ltd.
- Presentation 3: "New Asset Management Ecosystem via EMP" Kengo Okada, General Manager, Corporate Planning Department, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Asset Management Co., Ltd.
- Presentation ④ "Utilizing an Employment-Based Asset Management Platform" Toby Bartlett, Point 72 Japan
■Individual Consultation Sessions・Overview
: We offer individual consultation sessions for future Emerging Managers aiming to launch asset management businesses in Tokyo. These sessions help resolve bottlenecks on your path to independence.
・Implementation Details: ① Those wishing individual consultations may schedule up to 3 one-hour sessions (free of charge). ② The secretariat will conduct preliminary interviews before arranging individual consultations with specialists.
・Consultation Topics (Examples): ① Registration for business establishment ② Compliance operations ③ Foreign-registered funds/investment partnerships ④ Tax matters related to asset management ⑤ Platform utilization methods ⑥ Individual consultations with speakers from the Independent Business Startup Workshop
etc.
※Please note that the number of seats for individual consultations is limited.
■Archived recordings of Session 1 (held 9/4), Session 2 (held 10/10), and Session 3 (held 11/26) are available online.
https://fincity-emp.tokyo/dojo.php
■Registration
Please apply via the website below.
https://kaigyodojo0214.peatix.com/
【Inquiries】Independent
Business Startup Dojo
運営事務局kaigyou@fincity.tokyo