[Nagoya] Seminar "Recommendations for Value-Added Management Learned from Successful Companies"

Commemorative seminar for the publication of the book 'Value Up' featuring successful company executives as speakers.

We will hold seminars on "Value Up (Corporate Value) Management" in four cities: Tokyo (online), Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka. In this seminar, successful companies in value-up management and experts from various industries will discuss the transformations required by society and industries, as well as the challenges that companies want to solve in the near term, contributing to the corporate value that addresses both. This seminar is recommended for those who feel uncertain about managing their company alone due to rapid changes in society and industries, or for those who want to learn about the management strategies and specific measures of continuously growing companies. 【Event Schedule】 ■ Tokyo: October 28, 2024 (Monday) 18:00 - 20:00 ■ Osaka: October 15, 2024 (Tuesday) 18:00 - 20:00 ■ Nagoya: October 21, 2024 (Monday) 18:00 - 20:00 ■ Fukuoka: October 29, 2024 (Tuesday) 18:00 - 20:00 *For more details, please refer to the related link or feel free to contact us. Book Release: "Value Up" VALUE UP: Understanding Industry-Specific M&A and Corporate Value Enhancement Strategies through Success Stories - Manufacturing Edition https://amzn.asia/d/9JRJv88

• others

Management issues that M&A can solve are not just the absence of successors.

This document is a column written for the July 2024 issue of Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun's "Factory Management." It discusses "M&A is not just about solving the issue of successor absence." It introduces the reasons why Spica Consulting integrated with GA Technologies. It also explains how to effectively utilize M&A in growing companies. The content is presented in an easy-to-understand format by topic, so please take a moment to read it. [Published Content] ■ Business succession and growth strategies in the manufacturing industry ■ The issue of successor absence is not the only reason for M&A ■ There are commonalities necessary for growth even in different industries ■ Utilizing the power of shares to acquire growth drivers *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Consulting companies

"Trends in M&A in the Manufacturing Industry and Representative Cases" (Published in the June 2024 issue of Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun's "Factory Management")

This document is a column written for the June 2024 issue of Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun's "Factory Management." It discusses "Trends in M&A in the Manufacturing Industry and Representative Cases." The era of industry restructuring has arrived for medium-sized and small enterprises as well, with examples of how M&A is being used to address challenges such as the wave of carbon neutrality (GX) and the shortage of young talent capable of tackling digital transformation (DX). Additionally, trends in M&A among Japanese companies in 2023 and supply chain emissions are presented using charts and tables. We encourage you to read it. [Contents] ■ The wave of industry restructuring is also affecting medium-sized and small enterprises ■ Representative cases of large M&A in the manufacturing industry in 2023 ■ Options for going private and improving PBR below 1 ■ Clearly defining the resources necessary for company growth *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Consulting companies

Targeting five industries: manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, energy, and food!

Our company will establish a research institution called "Value Up Lab," aimed at analyzing management factors that contribute to enhancing corporate value, which varies by industry, in five sectors: manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, energy, and food. The lab will also focus on disseminating information regarding advanced management issues. At the end of September, we plan to release a white paper specialized for the five industries as the first publication from "Value Up Lab." Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. [Main Initiatives] ■ Analysis of management factors that contribute to enhancing corporate value, which varies by industry ■ Research presentations on advanced management issues ■ Creation of white papers on industry trends ■ Awareness-raising activities and alerts regarding legal amendments and scandals *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• others

Support for enhancing corporate value after M&A brokerage! Available for all companies facing concerns or anxieties regarding PMI.

Our company has started offering a diagnostic service to measure employee satisfaction regarding M&A, aimed at supporting smooth PMI between companies that have undergone M&A, starting June 4th. This service involves surveying employees belonging to the acquired company regarding their satisfaction with the work environment, interpersonal relationships, and treatment after the M&A. The survey will be conducted by our company as a third-party organization, ensuring the anonymity of the employees through the aggregation and analysis of responses. The survey report, created with both quantitative and qualitative aspects and an objective perspective, can not only be used to discover new management challenges but also to visualize the less apparent strengths of the company, such as corporate culture and communication among employees. This makes it a useful resource for proposal materials for the next potential acquisition target. 【Features】 ■ The survey is conducted by our company as a third-party organization, ensuring employee anonymity through the aggregation and analysis of responses. ■ Can also be utilized as proposal materials for the next potential acquisition target. ■ Available for all companies experiencing concerns or issues with PMI after M&A. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• others

Explaining trends and challenges in manufacturing industry M&A, along with discussions with experienced professionals and specific approaches!

Spica Consulting is a consulting company that provides "Value-Up Consulting" and "Industry-Specific M&A" to maximize corporate value. We have implemented a management integration with GA Technologies, which has been listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market within one year of its founding. We have come under the capital umbrella of GA Technologies. Additionally, we were listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market five years after our founding in 2018. After going public, we executed 16 M&A transactions and have become a rapidly growing company with sales exceeding 146.6 billion yen in the fiscal year 2023. So, why did an M&A consulting company choose to partner with a real estate tech company? We will introduce our management integration (M&A) as a clear example of utilizing "M&A," which is often strongly associated with the issue of successor shortages, as a growth strategy, highlighting several key points. *For more details, please feel free to contact us.*

• others

[To Small and Medium-Sized Business Owners] The reasons why three companies specializing in different areas of press processing decided to pursue M&A will be revealed in a seminar. August 26 (Monday) at 1:00 PM.

Shin-ei Holdings Co., Ltd. is enhancing corporate value through M&A. In this seminar, Mr. Nakamura, the representative director, will specifically discuss the M&A strategies that Shin-ei Holdings has been working on to solve management challenges. Additionally, two individuals who have remained as managers after joining the Shin-ei Holdings group will share their experiences regarding the background of the M&A decision and the current situation after several years. 【Event Overview】 ■ Date: August 26, 2024 (Monday), 13:00-14:00 ■ Format: In-person / Web streaming * You can view it with a PC, tablet, or other devices with an internet connection. * Please note that the streaming system may not function properly due to security software or other features. Thank you for your understanding in advance. ■ Venue: 42F, Sumitomo Realty & Development Roppongi Grand Tower, 3-2-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032 ■ Participation Fee: Free ■ Capacity: 50 people in-person / 50 people online For more details and to apply, please visit the page below.

• others

Learn how to enhance your company! Introduction to the seminar on "Developing Business Succession Strategies to Prepare for the Future."

Spica Consulting Co., Ltd. held a seminar on "Developing a Business Succession Strategy for Future Preparedness" for members of the Nakahara Factory Association, a general incorporated association. On the day of the event, approximately 20 executives participated, and survey results showed that 86.6% of respondents found it "beneficial." Additionally, we received comments from participants such as, "I was able to learn the formula for corporate value," "It wasn't directly related to me, but I understood it well," and "The elements were explained clearly in a short amount of time." *For more details, please refer to the related link. For further inquiries, feel free to contact us.*

• others

Holding a meetup to consider a career as an M&A consultant!

Our company held the "M&A CONSULTANT CAREER MEETUP #01" on April 19, 2024, aimed at individuals interested in employment or career changes in the M&A brokerage industry, as well as those looking to advance their careers in M&A consulting. The inaugural event on April 19 was limited to the first 30 participants and featured a networking session themed "The Career of an M&A Consultant - Then, Now, and in the Future." The discussion focused on the environment surrounding the profession of "M&A Consultant," the transformation of its image, and the skills that will be necessary for consultants moving forward. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

• others

To become a true partner of business owners. A fully industry-focused M&A consulting.

At Spica Consulting Co., Ltd., we provide fully industry-focused M&A support. To become the true partner of business owners, we offer industry-leading M&A through our fully industry-focused M&A consulting. Our professional players, boasting extensive achievements and experience in the industry, promise to contribute to your success. [Features] ■ Fully industry-focused M&A consulting ■ Providing industry-leading M&A *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• others

An explanation of M&A trends by industry and methods for enhancing stock value! A collection of materials for business executives.

Starting from January 22, 2024, our company will begin offering the "Value-Up BOOK," which focuses on four industries: pharmacy, logistics, manufacturing, and energy (LP gas). This is a collection of materials aimed at business owners that explains industry trends, basic knowledge of M&A, M&A case studies for each industry, and methods for value-up consulting (enhancing stock value). Consultants with extensive experience and a proven track record in the industry have carefully selected and explained information that contributes to corporate growth. We will distribute this material for free to business owners who participate in individual consultations with us. If you would like the materials, please apply for an individual consultation. *For more details, you can view them through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

• others

Utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as AI! We support consultants in making more advanced proposals.

Our company has established a research team starting in March 2024, aimed at improving the quality of our M&A brokerage services. By utilizing advanced technologies such as AI, we will support consultants in achieving more sophisticated proposals. The newly established research team aims to realize higher quality M&A support by utilizing advanced technologies such as image processing and generative AI to reduce and streamline the consultants' complex tasks. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further information.*

• others

A consultant with extensive experience in the manufacturing industry selects valuable information that contributes to corporate growth and creates a value-up book with explanations included!

The Value Up BOOK is a collection of materials for business owners that explains industry trends, basic knowledge of M&A, M&A case studies by industry, and methods for value-up consulting (enhancing stock value). It is provided for four industries: the logistics industry, which is attracting attention due to the 2024 issue; the pharmacy industry, which is facing a revision of dispensing fees; and the energy (LP gas) and manufacturing industries, where the lack of successors is a serious problem. We will distribute it for free to business owners who have had individual meetings with us. If you would like the materials, please apply for an individual meeting via the URL below or the related link URL. https://spicon.co.jp/

• others

We are pleased to announce that Gywood has been recommended as a featured building material in the special project "Recommended Building Materials" at the Housing Business Fair within the comprehensive exhibition for housing, architecture, and real estate [BREX Kansai]. We will be exhibiting in the "Recommended Building Materials and Equipment" zone, where professionals from the field gather to showcase their recommended materials. We invite everyone to stop by and visit us.

Seminar Overview As the labor shortage in manufacturing sites becomes more severe, the labor costs and time losses associated with the "transportation" of products and components, as well as "cleaning" within factories, have become critical management issues that cannot be overlooked. In this webinar, we will introduce the latest use cases of "Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR)" and "Commercial Cleaning Robots" that achieve productivity improvements in manufacturing environments. We will specifically address questions such as "How are other companies operating these technologies?" and "What kind of cost reduction effects can be expected after implementation?" by providing concrete explanations of actual before-and-after scenarios and operational flows. Factory managers and members of production technology and DX promotion departments who want to advance automation and efficiency on-site are encouraged to participate! Recommended for: - Those who are unsure about where to start with automation, labor reduction, and DX in their factories. - Those who want to alleviate labor shortages on-site and focus resources on core operations to improve productivity. - Those who want to stay updated on the latest trends in the use of transportation robots (AMR) and cleaning robots.

Our representative, Koichi Yokoyama, will be speaking at an online seminar scheduled for November 27 (Friday). Participation is possible from anywhere in the country. We hope you will join us! 【Event Overview】 Date: November 27, 2026 (Friday) 13:00 - 15:05 (Deadline: November 25, 17:00) Venue: Online (Zoom) / Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required, lottery system) Organizer: Otsuka Shokai Co., Ltd. 【Session Details (14:05 - 14:35)】 "What Does Reliable Data Creation Mean? - Insights from Certified Public Accountants and Tax Accountants on Creating Trustworthy Data Before Relying on AI" We will discuss the quality and reliability of data that influences AI outcomes, covering points such as "Considerations for Practicing DX" and "Data Integrity and Authenticity" from the perspectives of certified public accountants and tax accountants, to lay the groundwork for safely utilizing AI. *Applications from competitors or similar industries may be declined. *Inquiries: Otsuka Shokai Co., Ltd. Seminar Office (ai-datasuishin@otsuka-shokai.co.jp)

We will hold the first technical seminar on lightweight embankment construction methods and glass foam recycled materials in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. Registration is limited to the first 126 applicants. "Technical Seminar on Lightweight Embankment Construction Methods and Glass Foam Recycled Materials" 【Program】 1. Lightweight Embankment Construction Method (1) What is lightweight embankment material? (2) Information on lightweight embankment materials (3) Application range (4) Construction achievements (5) Workability 2. Glass Foam Recycled Materials (1) What are glass foam recycled materials? (2) Features (3) Design soil constants (4) Considerations for design and construction (5) Application examples On February 12, 2027 (Friday), the "Technical Seminar on Lightweight Embankment Construction Methods and Glass Foam Recycled Materials" will be held at the Sendai Conference Center, 8th Floor, 2-2-10 Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, as a CPD accredited program by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers (2.7 units). As there are only 126 spots available, please register early. For details and registration, please refer to the attached file.

CIC Corporation will be exhibiting at 'EdgeTech+2026' held at Pacifico Yokohama. At the CIC booth, we will showcase the meter remote automatic reading system [XQC series] with actual equipment. We sincerely look forward to your visit.