International Women's Network Tokyo Experience

Register now for the WiM International Women's Network Tokyo Experience, generously hosted and sponsored by Amazon! Connect with other female leaders working internationally in the manufacturing industry for a half day full of inspiring speakers, an interactive fireside chat with leading Amazon executives and an informative facility tour. Space is limited, so register today and mark your calendars for this unforgettable event! 

Agenda:

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Japan Agenda

8:30 am – 8:55 am – Registration

9:00 am – 9:15 am - Welcome

• Presented by Kohei Shimatani & 
  Awanish Narain Singh - During this presentation, the Amazon leadership team will deliver a welcome address, setting the tone for the day's activities

9:15 am – 9:30 am - Japan Ops Overview 

• Presented by Yusuke Hara - Learn more about business in Japan and Salient DEI acheivments of Amazon Japan operations

9:30 am - 10:15 am - Fireside Chat - The Importance of Allyship

• Allison Grealis, President and Founder of Women in Manufacturing Association will join a panel of Amazon leaders to discuss the importance of supporting women working in the manufacturing industry through allyship and sponsorship.
• Panel Leaders: 
  • Kohei imatani, Vice President Operations - Amazon Japan
  • Awanish Narain Singh, Vice President - Japan Operations at Amazon (AMZL/XL)
  • Eiji Usami, Director, Human Resources - Amazon Japan
  • Ikuko Narusaka,Director Supply Chain Management- Amazon Japan
• MC:
  • Yoko Saji,  Sr. Manager, Site Leader  - Amazon Japan

10:15 am – 11:15 am – Networking

• Mingle and make new connections with fellow colleagues working in and around Tokyo

11:25 am – 12:45 pm - Travel to Amazon Facility for Tour

• Transportation will be provided for attendees to the tour site facility. (approx. 60 - 75 min.)

12:45 pm – 1:45 pm - Lunch 

• Enjoy lunch provided by Amazon facility cafeteria

1:45 pm - 3:00 pm - Tour of Facility

• Tour the state-of-the-art Amazon facility in Japan. Witness firsthand the advanced processes and technologies employed by Amazon and gain insight into their commitment to sustainability and efficiency.

3:00 pm - 3:15 pm - Closing Remarks

• Presented by Allison Grealis, President and Founder of The Women in Manufacturing Association - Hear closing remarks, summarizing the key takeaways from the day's discussions and emphasizing the importance of collaboration and support among women in the manufacturing industry.

3:15 pm - 4:30 pm - Return to Amazon Meeting Facility

• Transportation will be provided to return attendees to the meeting facility (approx. 60 - 75 min.)