In order of appearance

Masashi Onozuka
Partner
Roland Berger Ltd.
<略歴>
After completing the Graduate School of Media and Governance at Keio University, worked at Fujitsu Research Institute and Mizuho Information & Research Institute before assuming the current position.
Specializes in the logistics and supply chain fields, offering a wide range of consulting services, including long-term visioning, business planning, growth strategies, new business development, M&A strategies, business restructuring, structural reform, and risk management.
Has served as a member of various committees, including the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's *"Industrial Structure Council, Commerce, Distribution, and Information Subcommittee, Distribution Committee"*, a member of the *Physical Internet Realization Conference*, a member of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's *"2020s Comprehensive Logistics Policy Outline Review Committee"*, and the chair of the *Cabinet Office's SIP Smart Logistics Services Evaluation Committee*.
Recent works include *"Logistics Made Simple"* (Nikkei Bunko Visual Edition), *"Logistics 4.0"* (Nikkei Bunko), *"Supply Web"* (Nikkei BP), and *"DX Business Models"* (Impress).

Ryo Sato
Assistant to the Head of the Office
Logistics Planning Office
Commerce and Services Group
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
<略歴>
Joined the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry in 2020. Worked on reforms related to the all-generation social security system and internal digital transformation (DX).
Subsequently, seconded to the Digital Agency, where managed digital services for businesses such as G-Biz ID and J-Grants.
Since July 2024, has been assigned to the Logistics Planning Office, overseeing the revision of the Logistics Efficiency Law and policies related to Physical Internet.

Shigeyuki Takano
Sustainable Shared Transport
Representative Director
Sustainable Shared Transport Inc.
<略歴>
- April 2001: Joined Yamato Transport Co., Ltd.
- April 2011: Appointed Manager of the Information Systems Department.
- April 2013: Became Manager in charge of Financial Strategy at Yamato Holdings.
- October 2017: Appointed General Manager of the Corporate Sales Department at Yamato Transport.
- April 2021: Became General Manager in charge of Digital Functions at Yamato Transport.
- April 2023: Appointed Senior Manager of the Green Innovation Development Department.
- February 2024: Became Head of the Green Logistics Business Promotion Department.
- May 2024: Assumed the role of Representative upon the establishment of SST.

Shigeru Okitsu
General Manager
Strategic Mobility Planning Dept.
Isuzu Motors Limited
<略歴>
Joined Isuzu Motors Limited in 2002. After working in the sales and after-sales departments, has been engaged in CASE strategy-related operations in the Commercial Mobility Promotion Department since 2020.
Currently leading the creation of new businesses under the medium-term management plan **"ISUZU Transformation - Growth to 2030 (IX)"**, focusing on innovating the concept of "transportation."

Kazuhiro Terada
Strategic Account Manager
Map Business
Mapbox Japan G.K.
<略歴>
Since 2004, I have been involved in SCM projects at SAP. From 2016, I have focused on managing and visualizing movement and human flow using device location data such as GPS and Beacons. As a board member of LBMA Japan, I contributed to the establishment of the organization. In 2021, I joined Mapbox Japan, providing technological solutions to various industries, including automotive and logistics

Hiroshi Ogawa
"RoAD to the L4" Theme 3 Leader
Technical Adviser
NEXTY Electronics Corporation
<略歴>
April 1978: Joined Nissan Diesel Motor Co., Ltd. (now UD Trucks Corporation) and worked for 26 years in the development of powertrains for commercial vehicles.
April 2006: Became Executive Officer and Senior Vice President in charge of Marketing & Product Planning (the company changed its name to UD Trucks Corporation in February 2010). Later held positions in product strategy/planning, public relations, and quality management.
May 2013: Took on the role of President of Shin ACE (JARI: formerly Shin Combustion Systems Research Co., Ltd.) (part-time) until March 2016.
August 2015: Vice President of Volvo Group Japan Representation of Sustainability & Corporate Affairs at Volvo Group Headquarters.
March 2016: Retired from UD Trucks Corporation after completing his term as an executive.
April 2016: Joined Hino Motors, Ltd. as Technical Director responsible for technical public relations.
April 2017: Appointed as the Chairman of the Large Vehicle Technical Committee of the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA).
March 2023: Retired from Hino Motors, Ltd. and stepped down from the position of Chairman of JAMA's Large Vehicle Technical Committee.
April 2023: Joined Nexty Electronics Co., Ltd. and continues in the current role.

Shigeki Morimoto
CEO
T2 Inc.
<略歴>
April 2002: Joined Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Machinery & Information Division, Risk Management Office.
April 2004: Transferred to the Corporate Planning Office, Machinery & Information Division.
April 2005: Assigned to the Global Consolidation Promotion Office, Information Strategy Planning Department.
March 2006: Joined Yamaha Section, Automotive Third Department, Machinery Division.
June 2008: Underwent training at PT. Bussan Auto Finance.
August 2009: Transferred to the Industrial Machinery Business Office, Construction & Industrial Systems Department, Automotive Division.
October 2012: Moved to the Corporate Planning Office, Automotive & Construction Equipment Business Division.
July 2013: Appointed Director (seconded) at BAF (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
December 2015: Appointed Vice Director (seconded) at PT. Bussan Auto Finance.
April 2019: Became Head of the Retail Finance Business Office, LVS Business Department, Mobility First Division.
September 2023: Appointed CEO (seconded) of T2 Corporation.

Takamichi Takeuchi
Department Manager, DX Solutions Department
Innovation Strategy Division, Smart City & Mobility Business Unit
Macnica, Inc.
<略歴>
After joining Macnica in 2010, gained experience in various markets such as consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and automotive as a dedicated marketing and sales representative for a U.S. semiconductor manufacturer. From 2018, assigned to the new business division, leading initiatives in autonomous driving development support for special vehicles like construction machinery and railways, promoting DX using LiDAR, and launching a regulatory compliance management SaaS platform.

Yukio Umemura
President & CEO
NEXT Logistics Japan, Ltd.
<略歴>
Graduated from the Faculty of Policy Management at Keio University.
In 1996, joined Hino Motors, Ltd. (now Hino Motors, Inc.), and worked in the domestic sales division handling marketing, product planning, and advertising promotions for the small truck "Hino Dutro."
In 2014, appointed as the Regional Division Manager for the Kinki area.
In 2015, seconded to Toyota Motor Corporation’s Corporate Planning Department.
In 2018, became the Head of New Business Planning Department at Hino Motors, Inc.
In June 2018, founded NEXT Logistics Japan, Inc., and currently serving as the CEO.

Shuji Kawai
Executive Officer
Manager, Open Innovation Planning Division
Operating Officer, Last One Mile Planning Team
Seino Holdings Co., Ltd.
<略歴>
Started a career as a truck driver and founded the in-house venture, Coconet Co., Ltd., in 2011.
To expand the company’s social issue-solving last-mile business, appointed as President and CEO of Seino Last One Mile Holdings Co., Ltd. in April 2024.
Simultaneously serves as the CEO of six subsidiary companies under the group, as well as an Executive Officer at Seino Holdings, overseeing the Last One Mile Promotion Team, Open Innovation Promotion Office, CVC "Value Chain Innovation Fund," and the business succession fund "Japan Logistics Fund," working on creating new value and fostering intrapreneurs across the group.

Keiichi Onozato
Executive Officer
Head of Product UNIT & Head of Logistics Department
AutoArs Co., Ltd.
<略歴>
After joining AutoArs Co., Ltd. as a new graduate, I gained experience in retail store operations before working in the logistics center, sales promotion department, store opening and renovation department, SV department, business planning department, and product department, spending over 20 years in the company's headquarters divisions related to retail operations.
Having experienced everything from back-end support to the front lines of the sales division, I am currently engaged in product development, procurement, and expanding into new business areas such as corporate sales and wholesale of equipment.
As a result, I recognized the necessity of reforming the supply chain beyond store retail operations, leading to the establishment of the logistics department, which is now a key focus in collaboration with Seino Holdings.

Norihisa Fujiwara
Director
Supply Chain Management Division
Cainz Corporation
<略歴>
After graduating from university, he gained experience in manufacturing across various roles at a system integrator company and a venture company.
In 2012, he joined MISUMI, where he served as the Quality Control Manager for Asian manufacturers in the International Expansion Division before transferring to the logistics department.
He participated in the launch of an automated logistics center, overseeing warehouse operations and material handling system implementation.
In 2021, he joined CAINZ, leading efficiency improvement projects for warehouse operations and transportation.
In January 2023, he was appointed as General Manager of the SCM Division at CAINZ and Director of Aisecargo, a role he continues to hold today.

Aiko Hayashi
Science and technology journalist
Science Design
<MC>
<略歴>
Born in Niigata Prefecture. Graduated from the Faculty of Science at Tokyo University of Science and completed a Master's in Project Design at the Graduate School of Project Design. After working as a reporter for a video game distribution magazine, became independent. Involved in planning, producing, and managing communication media for universities and companies, focusing primarily on advanced science fields. Expanded activities into environmental issues and eco-friendly vehicles after contributing to the launch of an environmental media outlet at Nikkei BP. In 2017, founded Science Design Co., Ltd. In 2020, served as a judge for NASA's official program, SpaceApps Osaka.