British Chamber of Commerce in Japan
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Strength to strength
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Passing the baton
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Tokyo 2020: how did we do?
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Bccj member highlight: Robert Walters Japan
AND IT’S GOODBYE FROM HIM
So. Farewell. Then. BCCJ Acumen
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Cyclists United
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Uniquely the British School in Tokyo
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From Social Club to Business Hub
NEW MEMBER
Civvy Street, Tokyo
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Henry Scott-Stokes
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End of an era
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Malvern College Tokyo
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Leaders
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
December 2014
BCCJ people
The commitment and energy of our people have brought about a record-breaking year for the chamber.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
November 2014
Cultural and commercial bridges
BCCJ ACUMEN is a resource for education; bilingual posts on the BCCJ website cater to a wider audience
Kathryn Wortley
November 2014
Love of British business
Japanese firms and consumers lap up the innovative products and services of the four nations.
David Bickle OBE
President
November 2014
Sparking dialogue
The BCCJ is to receive funding to work on the opportunities available to UK firms in Japan's upcoming sporting events.
Kathryn Wortley
October 2014
Crossing borders for gender equality
Global leaders share insights on empowering both men and women.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
October 2014
Record-breaking month of events
Offerings included social gatherings and events to support business and government initiatives.
David Bickle OBE
President
October 2014
Gaining business insight
Chamber events present opportunities for members to hone their skills.
David Bickle OBE
President
September 2014
Welcoming tourists and new initiatives
The BCCJ explores current fields of growth and topical issues to provide a top quality range of events for members.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
September 2014
Snapshots from the BCCJ ecosystem
Tapping into lessons learned to offer value to firms, and embrace opportunities to address diversity in business.
Kathryn Wortley
September 2014
Making the grade
Initiatives that develop the skills of women and youth welcome as UK firms announce increasing demand for specialist staff.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
August 2014
Your trophy awaits
Nominations are open for the 8th British Business Awards, which celebrate and reward the best of UK-Japan business.
David Bickle OBE
President
August 2014
The benefits of collaboration
Developing relationships with organisations that support commerce and the Japan-UK relationship provide enhanced opportunities.
Kathryn Wortley
August 2014
Power of inspiration
Our special 50th issue features a host of uplifting and thought-provoking stories.
David Bickle OBE
President
July 2014
Seize the day
London 2012's use of talented business people show the opportunities for firms in relation to Tokyo 2020.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
July 2014
Getting creative
BCCJ events; Quake zone latest; British Business Awards 2014
Kathryn Wortley
July 2014
Teach and learn
The development of cross-cultural skills and experience of international exchange is invaluable in Japan today.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
June 2014
Creating a level playing field
Upcoming sporting events present a great opportunity for the transfer of knowledge between the UK and Japan.
David Bickle OBE
President
June 2014
Task forces
The BCCJ will continue to thrive through the active involvement of members.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
May 2014
RECORD-BREAKING YEAR
BCCJ rolls out its most competitive election in its 65-year history at its best ever attended annual meeting.
David Bickle OBE
President
May 2014
Special thanks
The participation in elections reflects the vibrancy that makes the BCCJ such an important and effective organisation.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
April 2014
Good governance; going to the polls
I encourage all BCCJ members to attend the AGM on 23 April, to welcome your new excom and president.
April 2014
A privilege and a pleasure
The BCCJ’s success is all down to the companies and individuals involved.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
March 2014
Time to take stock
Over the past year, our current excom has seen rising membership numbers, a boost in event attendance and a steady organic increase in online engagement.
March 2014
Powerhouse of the UK economy
Official statistics reveal that the UK’s creative industries are now worth £71.4bn per year to the domestic economy.
February 2014
You Only Vote Twice
Possible changes to the BCCJ constitution will be presented at an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on 5 March.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
February 2014
A Global Education at the BCCJ
With global
jinzai
such a hot topic on the road to 2020, education and innovation are never far from our minds at the BCCJ.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
January 2014
Alive and Kicking
Currently just over 9% of our corporate members are Japanese—the highest percentage in our 65-year history.
January 2014
Galloping Ahead
I hope everyone is ready for the challenges ahead during the Year of the Horse—which is apparently going to be a powerful yet relaxed year.
Lori Henderson MBE
Executive Director
December 2013
Diversity in Action
The BCCJ plays an important role in highlighting the cultural and commercial diversity of the UK.
December 2013
Strategic Alliances
The launch of the Export to Japan website is a concrete example of the BCCJ's core mission.
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