Miwa Gen, Representative Director & CEO of SPRINK Inc., will participate as a moderator at “Thursday Gathering #76,” hosted by JICA Kyushu on Thursday, July 9, 2026.

The event theme is:
“Emerging Markets × Social Innovation Pioneers”
— Starting, Building, and Expanding: The Realities Behind Global Challenges —

This session will feature practitioners leading businesses in emerging and developing countries, discussing the motivations behind their international expansion, challenges faced on the ground, and the realities of scaling impact-driven ventures overseas.

Through perspectives from speakers navigating different stages of global expansion — from pre-entry planning to local incorporation and business growth — the panel will explore the realities of international entrepreneurship and the potential of social innovation.

As moderator, Miwa Gen will facilitate the discussion by drawing out each speaker’s experiences and insights while engaging the audience in a deeper conversation around global challenges and innovation.

We welcome anyone interested in international expansion, social business, or entrepreneurship in emerging markets to join us.

Event Information

• Theme:
“Emerging Markets × Social Innovation Pioneers”
— Starting, Building, and Expanding: The Realities Behind Global Challenges —

• Date & Time:
Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM

• Venue:
ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F

• Organizer:
JICA Kyushu Center

• Format:
In-person event

Event details and registration:
https://community.venturecafefukuoka.org/sessions/433