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• [The House of Suntory] Bridging the East and the West Mini Master Class Series

  • Start
    Thursday, July 02, 2020
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    (PDT)
  • End
    Thursday, August 13, 2020
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    (PDT)
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Webinar

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  Japan America Society of Southern California &

  The House of Suntory

  Present

  A 3-part Webinar Series

  
  

  
  

  "Bridging the East and the West":

  House of Suntory Mini Master Class Series

  
  

  The Japan America Society of Southern California is proud to co-present with Suntory Holdings Limited, a 3-part mini master class series. Each webinar will feature a specific Suntory product and how it has supported Suntory’s mission to cultivate the cultures of Japan in the U.S.

  Join us as we explore Suntory’s commitment to crafting their award-winning products. Hear from our experts Taki Nakatani and Jonathan Armstrong as they demonstrate the broad nature of some of Suntory’s most popular brands—the TOKI whisky, ROKU gin, and HAKU vodka.  

  
  

  Session Details

  Part 1 - TOKI and the Art of Blending (July 2, 2020) at 5PM (PDT)

  Introducing the history of Japanese whisky starting in 1923 to Suntory's latest product TOKI launched in 2016. We will talk about the ‘Art of Blending’ which is the true uniqueness of Suntory whisky and reflects the Japanese craftsmanship of pursuing perfection

  Part 2 - ROKU and Seasonality (July 23, 2020) at 5PM (PDT) 

  ROKU Gin is truly a unique Gin using 6 Japanese Botanicals (Sakura Flower, Sakura Leaf, Sencha Tea, Gyokuro Tea, Yuzu, and Sansho Pepper) We will introduce stories of each of these botanicals.

  Part 3 - HAKU and Design (August 13, 2020) at 5PM (PDT)

  HAKU Vodka is made from 100% Japanese rice (General vodka are made from wheat or potato). We introduce the unique production process combining the traditional sake brewing method and latest distillation technologies.

  
  

  Registration Fee

  JAS Members - FREE 

  Non-Members - $25/ session

  3 Webinar + JAS Annual Membership Bundle - $75

  *Must be 21 years old or over to participate 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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  This will be a virtual presentation offered through the Zoom webinar system. 
  

  Instructions on how to access this online program will be provided after your registration is complete.

  
  

  
  

  Speakers  

  
  

  Taki Nakatani

  
  

  Taki Nakatani is the Luxury Portfolio Specialist for Beam Suntory based in Los Angeles. He brings his role a highly global and diverse background with 15 years of experience in the spirit industry working in 3 regions. Taki has joined Suntory in 2004, starting his career as an on-premise sales in Hiroshima, then moved to Tokyo to lead the Suntory whisky brand management, and prior to the current role he has served as a commercial marketing manager for the international region based in Frankfurt Germany. With his extensive experience in both marketing and commercial, Taki plays a key role to build luxury brands in the market by cultivating cultures and creating new demands.

  
  

  Jonathan Armstrong

  
  

  
  

  Jonathan Armstrong is the West Coast Brand Ambassador for House of Suntory.  With over 10 years of experience in the spirits industry, he has an extensive background in bartending, craft spirits and hospitality on both the East and West coasts including the cities of Philadelphia, New York and Los Angeles.  In that time he has worked at number of establishments such as the Nomad, Mayahuel, Death & Company and Old Lightning.  Recently, Jonathan also served as a spirits consultant in Southern California for The Winebow Group.  Based in Los Angeles, he represents House of Suntory's Next-Generation and Luxury portfolios, building brand awareness and educating the hospitality industry and consumers. 

  
  

  
  

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  Thank you to our Sponsor

  
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

  	Not a Member? BECOME A MEMBER OF JAPAN AMERICA SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TODAY! Join a dynamic organization of individual and corporate members who share an interest in Japan and U.S.-Japan relations.  Membership in the Japan America Society of Southern California affords you many opportunities to network, build personal and business relationships, and become involved in the U.S.-Japan relationship.  As a Member, you will also be supporting the ongoing educational and public affairs programs of the JASSC.  Every year we present nearly 40 programs and events serving more than 15,000 individuals.  JASSC is a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational and charitable organization.  Tax I.D. # 95-2021853

           
  

  Japan America Society of Southern California, 1411 W. 190th Street, Suite 380, Gardena, CA 90248

  For more information, call (310) 965-9050, ext. 104 or email info@jas-socal.org

  
  

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• [Webinar] Surviving to Thriving Mindsets in the Workplace and at Home Presented by Women's Leadership Counts

  • When
    Wednesday, August 26, 2020
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    Webinar

  
  

   
  

  Japan America Society of Southern California &

  Women's Leadership Counts

  Present

  "Activating Your Kaizen Mindset" Webinar Series

  
  

  
  

  Webinar Presentation on Zoom

  Wednesday, August 26, 2020

  4:00-5:00PM (PST) / 8:00-9:00AM (JST)

  Click Here to Register Now
  

  In this webinar hosted by the Women’s Leadership Counts co-chair, Aska Naito, we invite Executive Coach and International Coaching Federation LA Chapter President-Elect, John Volturo and Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist and Owner of Meraki Fitness, Anna Stavaridis to discuss how leaders in organizations and households can thrive during these unprecedented times affecting all of us. Presentations will help curate empowering mindsets focusing on self-leadership both for the mind and body, and how to use them to navigate better at home and in the workplace. At the end of their presentation, there will be a Q&A and brief discussion touching upon current challenges surrounding parenthood one may face during the pandemic from our guest speakers.

  
  

  Speakers 
  

  
  

  Anna Stavaridis, CCWS
  

  Owner,

  Meraki Fitness

  
  

  
  

  Anna Stavaridis, CCWS, is a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist and owner of Meraki Fitness, a WBENC certified woman owned business.  With 20 years in Executive Wealth Management, Anna transitioned to corporate wellness, working with FuelCycle, Hawke Media, Catalyst Recovery, Harrison Design, Serendipity Labs, Sunrise and Brookdale Senior Living.  She helped transition wellness from onsite to remote work locations, bringing physical, mental, and financial health to leadership by building healthier teams.  Holding a BA in Management and a California Life and Health Insurance Producer License, Anna also has certifications as an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, and Nutrition Specialist. 

  
  

  John Volturo, ACC, MBA
  

  Executive Coach,

  Volturo Coaching
  

  President-Elect,

  International Coaching Federation LA Chapter
  

  
  

  

  John Volturo is an Executive Coach and International Coaching Federation LA Chapter President-Elect. He served in executive management for 20 years, most recently as Chief Marketing Officer and Board Member at startups and for mid-size to large private and publicly traded companies. At IBM, Slack, Bertelsmann, Guthy-Renker, Spark Networks, HAVAS, Frontdoor, and Tony Robbins, John helps leaders upskill, align vision, overcome obstacles, and hire, train, and retain talent. He is a DEI advocate, speaker, panelist, lecturer, podcaster and soon-to-be author with an MBA and certifications in Energy Leadership™ and Conscious Business Coach.

  
  

  Moderator

  
  

  Aska Naito, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP
  

  ICF Certified Leadership & Mindset Coach,

  Aska Naito Coaching & Consulting
  

  

  Aska Naito is the co-chair of WLC and is the host of this workshop. She is also a cross-cultural expert and ICF certified Leadership and Mindset Coach and combines her 20+ years of international business experiences and education to transform executives and professionals in the US and Japan through powerful mindset alignment and leadership development in Self-Leadership.

  
  

  Program Details

  Wednesday August 26, 2020
  4:00-5:00PM (PDT)
  

  This will be a virtual presentation offered through a webinar system. 
  Instructions on how to access this online program will be provided after your registration is complete.

  Admission
  

  Free
  

  
  

  
  

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  	Not a Member? BECOME A MEMBER OF JAPAN AMERICA SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TODAY! Join a dynamic organization of individual and corporate members who share an interest in Japan and U.S.-Japan relations.  Membership in the Japan America Society of Southern California affords you many opportunities to network, build personal and business relationships, and become involved in the U.S.-Japan relationship.  As a Member, you will also be supporting the ongoing educational and public affairs programs of the JASSC.  Every year we present nearly 40 programs and events serving more than 15,000 individuals.  JASSC is a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational and charitable organization.  Tax I.D. # 95-2021853

           
  

  Japan America Society of Southern California, 1411 W. 190th Street, Suite 380, Gardena, CA 90248

  For more information, call (310) 965-9050, ext. 104 or email info@jas-socal.org

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• 7th Annual Women's Leadership Counts VIRTUAL Conference - “Activating Your Kaizen Mindset"

  • When
    Thursday, November 05, 2020
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    3:00 PM - 5:30 PM (PST)
  • Location
    Virtual Conference

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  Photo features one of our panelists from our 6th Annual Conference-

  Ms. Christine Simmons, Chief Operating Officer, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
  

  
  

  
  

  7th Annual Women's Leadership Counts VIRTUAL Conference

  
  

  Activating Your Kaizen Mindset

  
  

  From the Japanese words of “kai-” meaning change, and “-zen” meaning good, kaizen has been widely utilized in corporate settings for the past +70 years as a systematic approach towards on-going, business improvements. However, this simple concept can also be applied to leadership and our everyday lives, enabling us to achieve & view transformative change as the continuous process of gradual, incremental improvements.  Kaizen, therefore, is not just a tool and technique for obtaining successful results - it is a mindset-change. Strategic leaders, both women and men, must adopt the kaizen-way of thinking and doing, in order to survive, thrive, and facilitate meaningful, positive changes in this era’s new “norm.”  Gain insights into your strengths, be inspired by the experiences of others, and activate your Kaizen Mindset to maximize your professional and personal growth.

  
  

  Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 (U.S. Time)

  Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 (Japan Time)*
  3:00-5:00pm (PDT) / 8:00-10:00am (JST)  Main Program
  5:00-5:30pm (PDT) / 10:00-10:30am (JST)  Virtual Networking
  

  *This is a virtual conference which will utilize a digital conference system

  
  

  
  

  Admission to Virtual WLC Conference 2020
  

  JASSC Members & Cooperating Organization Members - $50
  Non-Members - $75

  New Member Bundle - $125

  Admission plus new 1 year Individual JASSC Membership ($75 value!)

  Students - FREE w/Valid Student I.D.

  
  

  "Activating your Kaizen Mindset Webinars"

  Free Admission
  

  
  

  In preparation for the very first virtual Women’s Leadership Counts Conference on November 5, the WLC committee will offer 2 free webinars in August and October featuring various topics and themes ranging from leadership development, mindset, diversity, inclusion and much more. Stay tuned for more details to come!

  
  

  Webinar 1

  "Surviving to Thriving Mindset in the Workplace and at Home"

  
  

  Register Now
  

  Wednesday, August 26, 2020

  4:00-5:00PM (PDT)

  Click Here for Event Details
  

  
  

  Webinar 2

  "Move the Needle on Female Equity in the Workplace"

  Wednesday, October 21, 2020

  4:00-5:00PM (PDT)

  Event Details Coming Soon
  

  

  
  

  About Women's Leadership Counts Initiative

  In 2014, the Japan America Society of Southern California's Women's Leadership Counts Initiative (WLCI) was created as a first-of-its-kind initiative to provide a platform for women in business on both sides of the Pacific to engage in professional and leadership development. 

  Together with our partner organizations, business executives and community leaders, the WLCI will create a network that inspires action and moves the needle on women's leadership.

  WLCI's Mission Statement - 

  To provide an inclusive and diverse platform for women in business to engage in professional and global leadership development.

  
  

  Who Should Attend
  

  Current and future corporate, business, academic, non-profit and entrepreneurial women and men leaders who value the U.S-Japan collaboration and wish to expand their networks.

  Why You Should Attend –

  1. LEARN from global leaders – Understanding the culture of the parent  company, management, or client from Japan or overseas is key to having a successful career.
     
     
  2. DISCOVER your potential – Build leadership and management skills and navigate through unique corporate culture in a professional environment.
     
     
  3. INVEST in yourself – Exchange ideas as well as challenges you are facing with peers and mentors, and learn tactics to advance your career. 
     
     
  4. BUILD your professional network – Meet a diverse group of women and men representing a wide variety of industries.

  
  

  Sponsorship Opportunities & Benefits
  

  For attractive sponsorship opportunities, please contact Joanna Metoki at metoki@jas-socal.org or call (310) 965-9050 ext 104.

  
  

  
  

  Thank You to our 2020 Sponsors!

  PRESENTING PARTNER

  

  
  

  PLATINUM SPONSOR

  

  
  

  
  

  2020 Cooperating Organizations

  
  

  The American Chamber of Commerce in Japan

  
  

  The National Association of Women Business Owners, Los Angeles
  

          

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