IMPACT SHIFT INITIATIVE

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Overview
General Incorporated Association IMPACT SHIFT is an organization dedicated to advancing the concept of “impact” that balances solving social issues with economic growth, aiming to build an ecosystem where anyone can easily engage in movements to address social challenges. Its mission is to create new groups interested in impact by involving investors, companies, and local governments. The organization was founded on August 23, 2024, following the “IMPACT SHIFT 2024” conference held in March 2024, which attracted around 650 participants. In March 2025, it hosted the large-scale “IMPACT SHIFT 2025” conference with approximately 2,000 attendees.
Initiative details
This project aims to transform Tokyo into a “global hub for impact startups” that connects the city to international markets focused on solving social issues. We will hold an invitation-only conference, “IMPACT SHIFT for Global,” to bring overseas investors, support organizations, and conference organizers to Tokyo, facilitating matchmaking and pitch sessions that help local startups secure overseas speaking opportunities and build networks. Additionally, we will provide follow-up support such as introducing local partners and creating business negotiation opportunities after these engagements to drive market expansion and fundraising. Even after the project period, we aim to establish ongoing mechanisms for reciprocal conference participation and foster an environment where overseas expansion becomes a standard growth strategy for Tokyo-based startups.
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