Session
Mobility
The Future of Mobility: Data, People, or Experiences?
The evolution of mobility is driving the formation of new values alongside technological innovation. The pursuit of efficiency through data utilization, the creation of social value centered around people, and the realization of moving experiences that emphasize emotional impact—mobility values are becoming increasingly diverse. In this session, experts from various mobility sectors, including automobiles, trains, and drones, will come together to discuss from multiple perspectives which elements will be central to the future of mobility.
Available passes
- Executive
- Business/Startup
- Rising Star
- City
Language：Japanese
Speakers
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Hirayama Yuta
Nagoya University Visiting Associate Professor
Hirayama Yuta
Visiting Associate Professor
Yuta Hirayama is the founder of IDEAPOST Inc., established in May 2016 with a mission to revitalize local regions and support overseas startups. Since 2018, he has served as a Visiting Associate Professor at Nagoya University, focusing on innovation and building startup ecosystem.In February 2019, Hirayama joined the World Economic Forum's Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Japan, where he played a key role in launching the G20 Global Smart Cities Alliance. Following the dissolution of the organization in June 2023, he returned to IDEAPOST Inc. in July 2023 and now leads the company's efforts in supporting startups and fostering open innovation.
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Tomonori Iwata
Nagoya Railroad Co., Ltd.
Tomonori Iwata
Nagoya Railroad Co., Ltd. Business Creation Dept./General Manager
After joining Nagoya Railroad Co., Ltd. in 2000, engaged in group business management, consolidated accounting, and fundraising.Since 2017, involved in new business development, leading the establishment of Meitetsu Drone Academy and promoting co-creation with startups.Since 2023, in the current position, managing Meitetsu Open Innovation Lab.
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Makoto Ito
TOYOTA Connected Corporation/TOYOTA Connected North America/TOYOTA Connected India
Makoto Ito
Executive Vice President/TOYOTA Connected Corporation Director/TOYOTA Connected North AmericaDirector/TOYOTA Connected India
After graduating from an art college, he joined a design production company.While working as a graphic designer, he participated in TOYOTA Motor Corporation's GAZOO project, which was one of his clients. Subsequently, he transferred to GAZOO Media Service (now TOYOTA Connected) as the first full-time employee upon its founding, and has been with the company ever since.His expertise includes graphic design, web design, UX/UI design, planning and directing various web and other services, business planning, and management (including overseas subsidiary management).
