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Hello!
Welcome to the 3 Lounges

IVS2025 features four lounges designed to spark the right conversations—whether you're seeking funding, partnerships, talent, or insights.Each space is built to turn networking into real action.

3 LOUNGES

▶︎ Explore the 7 Thematic Zones ★ Access for All Pass Types ★▶︎ Explore the 3 Communication Areas

  • EX,STのCxO限定

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    CxO Insight Lounge

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    本音で語り、意思決定を“磨く”CxO限定ラウンジ

    スタートアップ経営とは、“正解のない問い”との果てなき格闘。
孤独な意思決定に立ち向かう日々のなかで、自分の判断軸が、いつの間にか曇っていないか？CxO Insight Lounge は、そんな問いに向き合うCxOや投資家たちが、思考をぶつけ、価値観を揺さぶり合い、揺らぎの中で、自分の軸を定めるためのクローズドな対話空間です。名刺交換のためでも、営業の場でもない。ここで交わるのは、肩書きの奥にある“経営のリアル”と“自分自身の決断”。共鳴する者同士が、本音で語り合い、未来のパートナーシップが自然発生的に生まれる場所です。

    このラウンジが特にフィットする方

    🌀 意思決定に悩みを抱えるファウンダーやCEO

    　→ 他の経営者と“問いを言語化”しながら、視界をクリアにできる場所

    🤝 資本業務提携やM&Aの可能性を探るCOO

    　→ 利害調整ではなく、価値観をベースに話せるリアルな場

    💰 未来志向のビジネスパートナーを求めるCFO
    　　→ 数字を超えて、同じ未来を見据える仲間と出会える

    CxO Lounge の特徴と目的

    🔒 信頼を育むクローズド設計
    CxOだけが入場できる特別な空間。一切の“外向き”を脱ぎ捨て、本音と思考が裸になる対話の場。
 普段は語られない経営の葛藤が、ここではあたりまえに共有される。

    🔗 縦と横のつながりを育てる場
    シード〜シリーズBのCxO、ベテラン起業家、投資家が交わる。
世代も資金調達ステージも超えて、思考の“対流”が起きる場所。
 “話が通じる”だけでなく、“視座が引き上がる”相手とつながる。

    Hello World.

    ジェイ

    Hello World.

    デザイナーからキャリアをスタート。27歳から営業をはじめ、KDDIグループのmedibaに売却した株式会社AppBroadCastで営業を担い、売却までの売上を牽引。その後、セールステックスタートアップでCSO（最高戦略責任者）を経て、現在はマネジメントトレーニングプログラムを提供する株式会社EVeMでBusiness Development Sales Directorを務める。営業スクールの講師や企業研修、講演、登壇、メディアでの取材も多数。 また、音声プラットフォームVoicyにてラジオを4年以上平日毎朝配信中。600人以上のリスナーに聴かれている。


    Hello World.

  • EXECUTIVE Pass Holders Only

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    Executive Lounge

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    A Relaxed Lounge for Executives

    A dedicated space for decision-makers—those who move businesses forward.
    Beyond investment, this lounge opens doors to meaningful opportunities such as strategic partnerships, market expansion, and talent acquisition.

    ACCESS

    ・Available to EXECUTIVE PASS holders

    Who You'll Meet

    ・Startup founders
    ・Corporate executives
    ・Investors
    ・Government officials

    • ATTENDEE / STARTUP / EXECUTIVE PASS Holders Only

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    Funding Lounge
    powered by NIKKEI THE PITCH

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    A High-Efficiency Hub for Startup–Investor Fundraising & Business Collaboration

    This lounge is a dedicated space that promotes high-efficiency fundraising and business collaboration between startups and investors, including major VCs and CVCs.

    Designed for post-PMF and growth-stage startups aiming to further accelerate their business, the lounge provides a structured environment for startup–investor engagement, thematic networking, and casual one-on-one discussions. Whether you’re raising funds, exploring partnerships, or seeking candid conversations with investors, this is where high-quality interactions begin.

    Who Funding Lounge is for

    ・Startups in post-PMF or Series A and beyond
    ・CVC representatives looking for strategic investment and collaboration opportunities
    ・Corporate or business development leaders seeking startup partnerships
    ・Angel investors and venture capitalists interested in seed to growth-stage opportunities

    Key Features of This Area

    ・Kabeuchi Area: Facilitates deep, focused conversations for practical partnership building
    ・Meetup Area: Encourages spontaneous, theme-based networking with investors
    ・A space where “just showing up” can lead to unexpected and meaningful connections

    Themed “Meetup Area” – Connect Through Shared Interests

    Mini meetups (networking sessions) will be held regularly based on specific topics.
    Whether you're new to IVS or just looking to make connections, this lounge area is your gateway to finding the right group through the right theme.

    • Date & Time

      Meetup Title

      Description

    • Daily
      10:00-10:45

      1DAY-IVS:
       “Rocket Start / Tutorial”

      A daily meetup for first-time IVS attendees, including entrepreneurs, corporate reps, and all beginners. Just show up!

    • Daily
      12:00-12:45

      Funding & Collaboration Mixer

      A meetup where startups seeking funding, investors, and companies aiming for strategic alliances gather in one place.

    • 7/2(Wed)
      14:00-14:45

      Series A/B Startup Gathering

      A networking session limited to startups in Series A or B stages. Come connect and share!

    • 7/3(Thu)
      14:00-14:45

      Large Corporations & New Business Development Professionals Meetup

      A session for key players leading innovation within large enterprises.

    • 7/4(Fri)
      14:00-14:45

      Startup × CVC Strategic Mixer

      A meetup for startups looking to connect with CVC representatives.

    Talk with Top Mentors at the Kabeuchi Area

    In the Kabeuchi area, startup founders can engage directly with VCs, CVCs, and business corporations who are actively seeking investment and strategic partnerships. No reservation required — feel free to drop by and start a conversation!

    Mentors will continue to be added until the day of the event!
    ※ Please note: Participating mentors and available time slots are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

    In this area, startups can pre-register their company information on the NIKKEI THE PITCH website, enabling investors to "pre-screen" before meetings and make higher-quality, more actionable proposals. Not only before and during the event, but even after the event, continuous matchmaking is possible.

    ▼ What is NIKKEI THE PITCH?

    A Startup Support Project Powered by Nikkei Inc.

    NIKKEI THE PITCH is an initiative by Nikkei Inc., one of Japan’s leading media organizations, designed to support startups, side-hustle entrepreneurs, and solo founders. It provides media exposure, investor connections, business acceleration opportunities, and access to a wide range of pitch and speaker events.

    By partnering with CVCs and government bodies, NIKKEI THE PITCH also hosts innovation competitions and supports commercialization of cutting-edge technologies. Its goal is to serve as a launchpad for the next generation of industry-shaping startups.

    https://pitch.nikkei.com/

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    Speaker Lounge

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    • The right connections for your now—and what comes next.

    Is IVS Right for You?

    Discover how to make the most of IVS2025—tailored to your role.

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