We are pleased to invite you to our October Luncheon with Mr. Thomas Gfeller, CEO of Switzerland Innovation, who will deliver a speech titled “Open Innovation in Advanced Manufacturing: Unlocking Opportunities Between Switzerland and Japan”.
In the rapidly evolving world of advanced manufacturing, open innovation has emerged as a key driver for companies striving to remain competitive. This speech will explore the growing importance of open innovation, particularly in the Japanese context, where businesses are eager to embrace new collaborative models. Switzerland, a global leader in advanced manufacturing, offers unique advantages in this space due to its strong innovation ecosystem, highly skilled workforce, and collaborative culture.
In his presentation for the SCCIJ, Mr. Thomas Gfeller (CEO, Switzerland Innovation) will highlight strategies for maximizing synergies between different stakeholders, including successful examples of cross-border partnerships and lessons learned from past collaborations. In addition, he will delve into the reasons why “Switzerland Innovation” is an ideal partner for Japanese companies in advanced manufacturing.
| Date: | Friday, October 4, 2024 |
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| Schedule: | 12:00 – 14:00 (D.O. 11:45) |
| Venue: | Shangri-La Tokyo (MAP) Rooms “Conway 2&3”, 27F |
| Fee: | • Members: JPY 6,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2024 • Non-members: JPY 8,000 |
| Registration: | *Fully Booked!* (Deadline: September 30) *SCCIJ members will be prioritized.* *Please inform us of dietary restrictions if any.* *No-shows/cancellations after deadline will be fully charged.* |
| Concept: | • This event consists in a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation (and Q&A). The setting is ideal for networking. • Participants are typically members of the Swiss-Japanese business community, but non-members are also welcome to join. • Seats are not attributed (free seating). • Dress code is business / business casual. |
| Disclaimer: | • The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media, such as the SCCIJ website, SCCIJ social networking sites, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event. • The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization. |
| Inquiries: | By e-mail to info@sccij.jp |
Biography of the Speaker:
Mr. Thomas Gfeller is the CEO of Switzerland Innovation since 2024. Before this assignment, Mr. Gfeller was co-founder and chairman of the board of the Switzerland Innovation Park in the city of Biel/Bienne where he also held the position of the Delegate for Economy. In addition to this role, he serves as a chairman or member of boards of directors in Swiss companies. Mr. Gfeller, born in 1971, is a Swiss Citizen and holds a PhD in philosophy and a degree in economics from the University of Berne. He started his professional career at the global strategy consulting firm Bain & Company.
