JMEC Sponsor Newsletter, Winter 2008

Welcome to our Newest Supporting Chamber
JMEC would like to welcome its newest supporting chamber, the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan. We look forward to working with you, and all of our supporting Chambers, for a successful 2008!
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Behind the Scenes of JMEC Sponsorship
As a non-profit organization, JMEC relies on the generous support of its corporate sponsors. Donations are made in the form of cash, products or services, and are an invaluable resource to the continuation of the program. The benefits to the sponsoring company, depending on level of sponsorship, may include employee participation in the business training and plan-writing phases of the program, inclusion of corporate logo in JMEC marketing materials and website, and representation at the Awards Ceremony, among others.

JMEC marketing in 2007 reached over 15,000 individuals through various networking organizations, Chambers of Commerce, and JMEC events such as information sessions and the Annual Awards Ceremony. It gained exposure to 80,000 individuals through media outlets such as Metropolis magazine, which featured an article on the program in September. For an example of JMEC in the media, please see an interview with JMEC Executive Chairperson Verena Urbschat on www.itv.com (which is also a JMEC sponsor!).

The deadline for JMEC sponsorship is June 1, 2008. We hope you will consider this when developing your budget for the new fiscal year. If you would like to discuss sponsorship options or benefits, please contact us. To become a sponsor, or to renew or upgrade your sponsorship, please complete the sponsorship reply form or contact us. Thank you again to our current sponsors for all your generous support!
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Teams, Start your Engines!
It is that time of year again, when the JMEC lecture series has wrapped up, the teams have been formed and the projects have been assigned. The teams are now revving their engines and the race to the finish line has begun! On January 19th, the participants were placed onto 10 teams of 5-6 individuals, and each team received the information about its project and client. They then had the opportunity to discuss the project with their mentors and consultants, before adjourning to a social event hosted by JMEC at a nearby pub. The social provided a nice opportunity for team members to get to know not only each other better, but also to get to know their mentors and consultants. The teams will work diligently for the next four months, with the guidance of their mentors and consultants, to research and write the business plans.

JMEC to Participate in Annual JET Conference
This March, JMEC will take part in the 2008 Conference for Returning JETs (Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme) at the Yokohama Pacifico hotel. The conference is aimed at providing support and information for JET teachers who will complete their tenure this year. JMEC will have a booth at the Information Fair to be held on March 4, where we will disseminate information to individuals who may have interest in participating in JMEC 15. On March 5, JMEC Assistant Program Director Laura Loy will take part in a business panel discussion, where she will speak about current business situations in Tokyo and suggestions for utilizing the experience gained as a JET to find work in the business field. To learn more about the JET Programme and Conference, please visit their website at www.jetprogramme.org.
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Mark your Calendars
The next JMEC Alumni event will take place on Wednesday, March 5, 7:30pm at Paddy Foley's in Roppongi. The cost is ¥3,500, which includes all you can eat and drink. Interested alumni please RSVP.
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Sponsor News
The following is a list of events hosted by various JMEC-sponsoring companies. Please visit the companies' websites for more information on each event. If you are a sponsor and have an event you would like included in the next newsletter, please email us.

Temple University, Japan Campus hosts two information sessions for working professionals:
MBA information session - Saturday, February 16th, from 11:30 to 14:00 at TUJ Mita Hall. Click here for details.
Law School information session - Friday, February 22nd, from 19:00 at TUJ Mita Hall. For details click here.

Upcoming Kudos events:
Kudos Golf Day at Hon Chiba Country Club. Friday, February 22nd.
Free Golf Clinic for children aged 5 to 16. Sunday, February 24th.
Kudos Ski Trips 2008. An opportunity to enjoy great Ski Japan experience, socialize with fun people, and relax at onsen after skiing. For more information please visit www.firstbenefit.jp or contact info@jp-kudos.com.

Attend the McGill MBA Japan program Open House. Saturday, February 23rd, from 11:30 to 13:00 at Sophia University. Find out how the McGill MBA Japan program can help you reinvent your work, your future, and yourself. McGill offers a special JMEC alumni scholarship to qualified candidates. Visit www.mcgillmbajapan.com.

Tokyo American Club Asian Home Furnishings Sale. Thursday, February 28th, from 11:00 to 19:00 at the Club's new home in Takanawa. This annual fundraiser is a great way to choose from an array of quality Asian furniture in one convenient spot. Visit www.tokyoamericanclub.org.

Daijob Career Fair for Bilinguals. Friday, February 29th, from 14:00 to 20:00 at the Tokyo International Forum. A great opportunity to meet some of the world's leading employers such as Microsoft, Ikea Japan and AXA Life Insurance Co., Ltd. amongst others! Find out more at www.diajob.com/link/go/CFairJmec.

The Ireland Fund of Japan's annual charity ball is the biggest Irish social event of the year. Now in its sixteenth year, the Emerald Ball, for all Irish at heart, is a wonderful evening of excellent food and drink, great company, superior entertainment, and of course, the Irish "craic." This year the ball will be in the Westin Hotel on Friday, March 14th. More information at www.emeraldballtokyo.com.

Saturday, March 15th, FEW will host the 2008 Career Strategies Seminar for Women, from 9:00 to 18:00. This event is designed for women living in Japan who are looking for a new career or career motivation. Participants from all industries, ages and areas of Japan are invited to attend and will experience an information-packed day with a group of inspiring women and workshop leaders. Click here for more information.

St. Patrick's Day Parades
The main parade is on Omotesando in Tokyo at 14:00 on March 16th. There are also seven other parades around the country. More information can be found at www.inj.or.jp/stpatrick_e.html.

On April 15th, the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan will be hosting a forum with Nikkei Shimbun. This event will be open to the public. Please visit their website www.ccifj.or.jp/ for further details.
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