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Come and join us on Sales Forcefor an interview with Craig Saphin, Sales Director of Wall Street Associates.

Watch Managing Japan for an interview with the General Manager of Hilton Tokyo,
Mr. Christian Baudat.

See Training For Success,
for a talk with Yutaka Miyaura,
Senior Consultant at AMA International.

ITV-Japan team
June 29, 2009

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Advertising & Marketing	Managing Japan
Yuri Kageyama The Associated Press Yuri Kageyama with the Associated Press in the Tokyo bureau talks about how "new media, citizen-journalists and free-lance media creators" are changing how news bureaus such as the AP cover business, economic and technology news.	Christian Baudat Hilton Tokyo Christian Baudat, a Swiss national, has nearly 25 years of experience working with the Hilton chain in Japan. Entering Hilton Tokyo in 1985 as an F&B Management Trainee, he has worked hard to take the steps to now become the General Manager of Hilton Tokyo, from 2005. Join us as he shares with us his experiences, and what it takes to be a good manager in Japan.

BCCJ - The British Chamber of Commerce in Japan	Management & Leaders
Mara Yamauchi British Marathon Champion Mara Yamauchi is a top British marathon runner based in Tokyo and 2008 Beijing Olympic hopeful. She talks about the competitive pressure of being a world-class athlete balanced against family and work on this ITV-Japan exclusive.	Tony Buzan Author & Consultant Tony Buzan is a world-famous author, lecturer and TV personality and the inventor of "Mind Maps", considered by many to be the "most powerful" thinking tool of our times. In this interview on ITV-Japan he talks about the importance of "mental literacy".

Business Entrepreneurs	Market Access
Reina Otsuka Ecotwaza Co. Ltd A unique company that combines environmental issues with business, we speak to the founder of Ecotwaza, Reina Otsuka. Ever wanted to know how your company can help and how to use products that are eco-friendly? Join us on Business Entrepreneurs, and hear how we can start changing the world, today.	Colin Monk University of Brighton Colin Monk was named as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Business and Marketing), University of Brighton in October 2001. In his role Monk is responsible for thinking outside of the box to create new business opportunities for the University and for its students.

CCCJ - The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan	Politics & Economics
James Yellowlees Pacifica Consultants, Japan James Yellowlees - is one of the most widely recognized Canadian business entrepreneurs living in Japan and has launched projects in the fields of education, human resources, investment, media and trade.	David Satterwhite Fulbright Program "Changing Japan - Changing Asia" - What are the changes taking place in Japan and how does this impact Japan's view of its Asian neighbors and how Asia views Japan? Find out the answers from a cultural, historical and political point of view with Dr. David Satterwhite.

China / Japan Connections	Recruiting & HR
Erik Gain GPlus Media Erik Gain moved to Japan in February of 1994 to seek his fortune as an expat-entrepreneur, and has established a variety of online and offline businesses in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Tokyo.	Bernd Kestler Independant Business Trainer Bernd, a German national, has enjoyed a career covering various roles in different industries including design/ construction, sales, recruiting and professional services. During the early years of his career Bernd had his first experience in workplace learning and management training with a small company in Wiesbaden/Germany.

EBC - The European Business Council Japan	Sales Force
Jean-Francois Minier Dresdner Kleinwort J.F. Minier is the Managing Director and CEO of the Asia-Pacific branch of Dresdner Kleinwort, a London-based investment bank. Mr. Minier first came to Japan in 1992 and since that time has played an instrumental role in the formation, direction and policies of the European Business Council in Japan.	Craig Saphin Wall Street Associates Craig Saphin joined Wall Street Associates in August, 2007, and is their Sales Director. Join us as he discusses his knowledge and experience in the Sales world in Japan.

Economist Reports	Technology Report
Patrick Newell Tokyo International School Vision Navigator of Tokyo International School, Patrick Newell spends his time synergizing change with enhancing learning and learning environments. Today's children learn differently than those of a generation earlier ... do you know why?	Arjun Malhotra Headstrong Arjun Malhotra is one of India's most famous IT business men / entrepreneurs and he serves as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Headstrong's Board of Directors. ITV-Japan caught with him on his recent trip to Japan to discuss the role of outsourcing and India in Japanese and global IT strategies.

Ecotwaza TV	Tokyo Insiders
Keishi Ikeuchi Company Representative Ikeuchi Towels Co. Ltd. Mr. Ikeuchi joined Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. in 1971, and in 1983 he joined Ikeuchi Towel Co. Ltd. and became the representative director. In the year 2000 he became the sub-chief director of Shikoku towel industrial union. As the 2nd Representative of the company, Ikeuchi made many drastic changes. He led the company through the ISO 14001 certification process, switched materials to organic cotton and decided to purchase green energy certificates.	Jeff Kingston Temple University Japan Campus Jeff Kingston has been teaching at Temple University Japan (TUJ) since 1987 and has served as Associate Dean and Acting Dean. In this interview on IT
Executive Women	Tokyo Tech
Patricia Bader-Johnston IBM Corporation Patricia Bader-Johnston has lived and worked in Japan for 21 years and stresses that "Corporate Social Responsibility is both good for society and for business". In her current role as Director of Communications in Japan for IBM and believes that Corporate Social Responsibility is good business for both companies and society.	Jon Yongfook Cockle CEO & Founder Egg Co. Jon works full time as CEO of his company Egg Co. It involves developing and managing internal projects, and giving talks at conferences on development, metrics and online marketing. He is a jack-of-all trades type of person - equally comfortable with programming, designing, defining business strategy and making tea. Tune into Part I of our interview with "Yongfook" and learn more about his projects and achievements, here on Tokyo Tech.
Interactive Japan	Training For Success
Kevin Meyerson CEO Rainbow Japan Kevin Meyerson illustrates the evolution of this web development company since its start-up in 1995. How does Rainbow meet demands for high quality products and customer service in Japan? What innovative technologies are utilized to enhance HR and marketing initiatives? Tune in here for the answers.	Yutaka Miyaura Senior Consultant AMA International Initially Miyaura-san designed and delivered Intensive English Training Courses for Japanese business people and taught English education curriculum at various vocational schools. In 2001, he joined AMA International and now he is in high demand and one of the most popular trainers. He is in charge of program development as well as trainer recruitment. Mr. Miyaura is a qualified "Carlson Learning Instructor" as well as an approved instructor for Dr. Edward De Bono's "6 Thinking Heads" and "Lateral Thinking"
McGill MBA Japan
Philip O'Neill Director McGill MBA Japan Program Philip O'Neill is the Executive Director Japan and General Manger for the McGill MBA Japan program, which is taught in conjunction with Sophia University in Tokyo. Established in 1821, McGill University is Canada's top university and one of North America's leading academic institutions.