Leaders
Getting Back to Business
The cherry blossom season has come and gone, leading to further seasonal change. Just as in nature, the renewal that has started in the chamber allows us to look forward to the challenges that lie ahead.
“Business as Usual in Unusual Circumstances”
Throughout April, thanks to the generosity of members and the counsel of our NPO colleagues, the BCCJ was in a position to provide direct emergency aid to groups and individuals working in Tohoku. This aid came in many forms, including water, underwear, nappies, fresh fruit, batteries and tinned tuna.
BCCJ Role in Japan Recovery
When the BCCJ launched its 3R CSR project in mid February, no one had an inkling of the dramatic events that would unfold almost one month later. The 3R initiative now takes on a whole new meaning—the rebirth, renewal and regeneration of Japan.
Keeping You Connected
Since the tragic events of 11 March the BCCJ, like many organisations in Japan, has been presented with an extraordinary situation. One of the key challenges centres on the dissemination of information.
Pride of Place
Due to the difficulty of sourcing paper since the earthquake and tsunami in March, ACUMEN is a few pages short this month. We’ve also brought forward our CSR features, originally scheduled for the May INDUSTRY special [...]
Building Business Partnerships
People occasionally ask me what the benefits are of BCCJ membership and receiving ACUMEN. Well, apart from the obvious merits of networking, events, information and influence, let me give you a prime example of a modest start-up that partnered with an established global giant, all thanks to the Chamber and its monthly magazine.
New Beginnings
March is traditionally the month of renewal and awakening from the depths of winter, and nowhere is this more evident than at the BCCJ. It seems like no time at all since I took over as president last April.
New UK Trade and Investment White Paper
The white paper demonstrates that trade and investment are critical for the UK to achieve strong, sustainable and balanced growth in the future.
Changing of the Guard
Green Light for Growth
Big Plans for a Better BCCJ
Business as Usual
British Business Awards Is Back
Behind the BCCJ Website
Everybody’s Talking at Me
BCCJ Success Stories
Change at the Top
With the UK elections behind us and a new government in place, our thoughts must turn to what importance the incoming administration will attach to the Anglo-Japanese relationship.
Committed to Growth
I am thrilled to greet you in my first message as President of the Chamber. As I mentioned to those attending the AGM at the time of my election, it is a great honour and privilege for me...
Changing of the Guards
April is always a time of change in the Chamber. With 31 March marking the end of one fiscal year and 1 April the start of the next, there are fiscal matters requiring attention...
End of an Era
At the April annual general meeting, I stepped down as president of the Chamber and chairman of its Executive Committee. After three years in that capacity, I did so with mixed feelings...
Promoting UK Interests — in business and across the board
It's a great pleasure to be asked to write a foreword [...]
Blowing Our Own Trumpet
I am occasionally asked what makes BCCJ ACUMEN special. Well, apart from being the sole magazine delivered to all members of the British Chamber of Commerce in Japan, BCCJ ACUMEN features only exclusive text: you won’t read our content elsewhere — unlike articles in certain competing publications.
We’ve Come a Long Way
Holding the first issue of ACUMEN in my hands was a thrilling experience, if for no other reason than that it reminded me of how far the BCCJ has come. When I was recruited to this post in 1987, it was in no small part due to the fact that I had a media and communications background.
New Era of Renewed Hope: Busy times for BCCJ and business community
Is it the fact that we’ve entered a new decade or is it just my imagination? I sense a renewed optimism in the business community about the prospects for 2010.
UK and Japan Prospects for 2010
British business in Japan needs no reminding, of course, that the UK — the world's 5th-largest economy, 6th-largest manufacturer and home to the world's most international financial centre — has been hugely affected by the economic crisis of 2008–2009, as has Japan
Welcome to Acumen
I am thrilled to introduce BCCJ ACUMEN, the magazine of the British Chamber of Commerce in Japan. It has been many years since the Chamber had a regular publication and many Members have wanted to see us produce one again.
Chamber Initiatives: Member Feedback Makes BCCJ Better
When I first stood for election as President of the Chamber, I told my colleagues on the Executive Committee that I wanted to hear from [...]
