UC Berkeley International Alumni Network

Alumni × Berkeley × Tokyo: Where Global Connection Sparks Community Impact

Join the Berkeley Club of Japan and Berkeley SkyDeck for an engaging evening featuring a dynamic panel discussion on “Shaping the Next Decade of Innovation: Unlocking the Future of US-Japan Tech Relations.” This event brings together alumni, industry experts, VCs, and innovation leaders to explore the unique opportunities and challenges both the United States and Japan face as they lead the way in cutting-edge technological advancements.

Program:
6 PM: Doors open, mingling
7–8 PM: Program ​

• Welcome Remarks by Haruki Satomi MBA ’12, President & Group CEO, Sega Sammy Holdings Inc.
• Campus Updates by Jay Le Roux Dillon Ed.D., Chief Alumni Officer, UC Berkeley
• “SkyDeck — Supporting Entrepreneurship and Education” presented by Will Burke MBA ’89, Founder & CEO, PINK; Advisor, SkyDeck
• Panel Discussion moderated by Johnny Yoo ’90, Founder, YOO Godo Kaisha (LLC); former CEO of WeWork Japan, with Gary WB Chan ’89, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Sangyo Sosei Advisory Inc., Mitsuru Igarashi ’89, Co-Founder, Simplex Holdings, and Sho Sugiura, Co-Founder & CEO, BlocQ Inc.

8–9 PM: Networking Reception

This exclusive event is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow alumni and gain a fresh perspective on the global tech landscape. Whether you’re a startup founder, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about what’s next, you’ll gain unique insights and valuable alumni connections.

Registration is required to attend this event.