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Stanford University

Stanford Seminar - Changing the World through Innovative Advising and Investing

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Explore the rise of activist outside directors in Japan and the impact of advisors and mentors on startup companies in this Stanford seminar. Delve into Ray Hatoyama's experiences as a managing director at Sanrio and his current roles as an independent director for publicly listed companies. Learn about the importance of entrepreneurship in the boardroom, the challenges faced by outside directors in Japanese firms, and the role of mentors in helping startups seek international business ties. Gain insights into global strategy development, the decision-making process in boards, and the impact of destructive industries. Discover how innovative advising and investing can change the world through this comprehensive discussion on entrepreneurship in Asian high-tech industries.

Syllabus

Intro
Entrepreneurship
Japan
Board
Board Members
Diversity
Board Meeting
Discussion vs Reporting
Investment Size in Japan
Boards
Why 3 companies
Decisionmaking process
Destructive industries
Partnership with Japanese companies
Board compensation

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Stanford Online

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