Kasumigaseki CampusUnveiling Tomorrow's Innovators: Teikyo University Business Idea Contest 2023 Finals

In a bid to cultivate a spirit of self-driven learning and innovation among its student body, Teikyo University recently hosted the gripping finale of the Teikyo University Business Idea Contest 2023, the third installment of its kind this year. Held on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the vibrant Teikyo University Hachioji Campus, the event served as a beacon for budding entrepreneurs, showcasing their ingenuity and resilience. The contest, a cornerstone of the Entrepreneurship Education Support Program, attracted a staggering 242 submissions from aspiring entrepreneurs. From this pool of talent, a select group of finalists emerged, their ideas reflecting a diverse tapestry of innovation and creativity. Preceding the finals was an intensive training camp held at the picturesque Hakone Seminar House on December 2nd and 3rd, 2023. Here, finalists honed their pitches, refining their presentations under the guidance of seasoned mentors. This immersive experience not only polished their delivery but also fortified their resolve to tackle new frontiers. At the heart of the competition lay the individuality of each participant, as they took to the stage to unveil their vision for the future. Each presentation was a testament to their dedication, offering glimpses into the transformative potential of their ideas.

The culminating award ceremony, graced by Teikyo University's esteemed Chairman and President, Yoshihito Okinaga, alongside the chairman of the jury, was a celebration of innovation in its purest form. Among the accolades bestowed were the prestigious President of Teikyo University Award, the coveted Teikyo “One’s way” Award, and the esteemed Idea Award. These recognitions not only honor excellence but also serve as catalysts for future endeavors. Furthermore, the event saw the gracious acknowledgment of sponsors, with companies such as Acro Holdings, Alsoc, and Toyota Trustee Securities presenting their own distinctive awards. Evaluated through the lens of industry experts, these accolades underscored the symbiotic relationship between academia and the corporate world, fostering a dynamic ecosystem for innovation to thrive. As the curtains drew on the Teikyo University Business Idea Contest 2023, it left in its wake a trail of inspiration and possibility. Beyond the realms of competition, it stood as a testament to the unwavering commitment of Teikyo University to nurture the next generation of trailblazers, empowering them to shape a brighter tomorrow.

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award recipient

President of Teikyo University Award

• Make effective use of your time and support your store! Now let's spin the travel gacha! TRAcha! Tracha!
  Representative: Daiki Toyoshima (3rd year Faculty of Economics)

Teikyo “One’s way” award

• RaDiO YOU ~Your own radio broadcast using learning AI~
  Representative: Keitaro Sato (2nd year Faculty of Economics)
• A new form of AITABI travel that connects with people living locally
  Representative: Hibiki Tamaki (4th year Faculty of Economics)

idea award

• BenK ~The keeper who protects the toilet, the toilet that everyone can use happily~
  Representative: Takakatsu Mihara (3rd year Faculty of Economics)
• Mom's curry anytime
  Representative: Tomoaki Miyazaki (3rd year Faculty of Economics)
• Now you can be fluent in Japanese nationwide! ? ～Opening of a completely new dialect school～
  Representative: Subaru Yoshiura (2nd year Faculty of Economics)

Sponsoring Company Award: Acro Holdings Award

• RaDiO YOU ~Your own radio broadcast using learning AI~
  Representative: Keitaro Sato (2nd year Faculty of Economics)

Sponsoring Company Award: Alsoc Award

• A new form of AITABI travel that connects with people living locally
  Representative: Hibiki Tamaki (4th year Faculty of Economics)

Sponsoring Company Award: Yutaka Trustee Securities Award

• ABODeLi
  Representative: Rei Tanaka (3rd year Faculty of Economics)

Incentive award

• A place to belong x schoolchildren x free day x cram school = a place for everyone.Creating a place for children in the Tama area!
  Representative: Soto Ishibashi (3rd year Faculty of Education)
• Genki Wear - A new era of compresses to manage your physical condition without you even realizing it.
  Representative: Zou chengyu (3rd year Faculty of Economics)
• Futaba "qp"
  Representative: Daiki Meguro (3rd year Faculty of Economics)

In addition, we selected an excellent idea as an honorable mention, even though it was unfortunately not selected as a finalist. (Students who do not wish to have their names published will only state their affiliation)

honorable mention

• Time sharing to reduce deliveries Representative: Ayumi Igarashi (Faculty of Economics)
• Zero waiting time and frustration? Representative: Mr. Keihiko Ikei (Faculty of Education)
• Turning an empty house into a work of art (Faculty of Economics)
• Circle, circle, and sum package (Faculty of Economics)
• Changing the way you think about “throw away” ~ “Loss change” ~ Representative: Ryoma Kasai (Faculty of Liberal Arts)
• Fashion SNS SNS x Convenient app “Cankawa” Representative: Nami Sawada (Faculty of Economics)
• Convenience Store Sauna Representative: Kou Suzuki (Faculty of Economics)
• “Memorial Tree House” ~An apple forest that commemorates the moments of life~ (Faculty of Economics)
• Music SNS MUSE that creates serendipity Representative: Satoshi Tsukamoto (Faculty of Economics)
• Railing grove - Making traveling easier and more comfortable for everyone - Representative: Kenta Nakanishi (Faculty of Economics)
• You can win prizes just by walking! Ecochallenge from the concert venue! (Faculty of Economics)
• PERFECT DAY ~Turn a boring day into PERFECT~ Representative: Kenki Harada (Faculty of Economics)
• Spread tipping culture and make Japan more convenient! (Faculty of Economics)
• Coordinating umbrella Representative: Takumi Yamamoto (Faculty of Economics)
• Saving Money Representative: Kenma Yoshida (Faculty of Economics)

judge Titles omitted, alphabetical order
Professor Teikyo Technology Transfer Center (chief judge)
Professor Takehisa Iwasaki, Head of Faculty of Economics Department of Business Administration
Makoto Suda Director, Acro Holdings Co., Ltd.
Kengo Takeda Executive Officer, Sogo Security Insurance Co., Ltd.
Kazuaki Matsumoto Director, Human Resources Department, Toyota Trusty Securities Co., Ltd.

sponsor
Gold Sponsor: Acro Holdings Co., Ltd.
Silver Sponsor: Sogo Security Insurance Co., Ltd., Toyo Trustee Securities Co., Ltd.

Teikyo University Business Idea Contest 2023 Executive Committee
Toei Tanimoto (Associate Professor, Okinaga Research Institute, Director of the Practical Lab), Hotaka Nakanishi (Director, Specially Appointed Professor Teikyo Technology Transfer Center), Yuko Toda (Senior Assistant Professor, Teikyo Technology Transfer Center), Kohei Mizuku (Senior Assistant Professor, Faculty of Economics), Owaki Junichi (Senior Assistant Professor, Faculty of Economics), Shunta Shimotori (Assistant Professor, Okinaga Research Institute), student staff (Faculty of Economics Mimasu Seminar, Owaki Seminar, Entrepreneurship Circle "Startup", etc.), Teikyo University Museum (cooperation)
 

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