Celebrating Women’s Career Achievement
This special January program highlights the achievements and insights of women who have broken through long-standing barriers. Dr. Hiroki Takeuchi, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Sun & Star Program on Japan and East Asia at the SMU Tower Center will kick off the event by exploring the career journey of Sanae Takaichi, and how she became the first woman to serve as Prime Minister of Japan.
The program will further feature a cross-cultural panel of outstanding women executives who will share personal experiences on overcoming obstacles, navigating cross-cultural challenges, and rising to the top of their fields.
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Registration closes January 26 at 12:00 PM.
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$25 All members and employees of JASDFW & DJA corporate members, JCW, and collaborating partners
$35 for non-members Includes light meal and refreshment. |
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| Location:
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500 North Central Expressway Think Tank Conference Room, located on the 1st floor |
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| Agenda:
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6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Networking and light meal to be provided 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Program and Q&A |
Panelist Speakers:
Pamela Cytron,
President, Founders Arena
Pamela is an award-winning technology entrepreneur and strategic advisor with expertise in financial services, data intelligence, blockchain, privacy, and regulations. She has successfully grown start-ups and optimized revenue growth with innovative strategies.
Karen Ideno,
Former senior executive with Toyota North America
Karen recently retired as Chief Procurement Officer for Toyota North America and Chief Sustainability Officer for Toyota Financial Services. Through her career at Toyota, she has also served as Chief Operating Officer – Private Label, and Chief Marketing Officer for Toyota Financial Services.
Yuko Kitamura,
Director, Supply Chain Logistics at Hitachi High Tech America
President of Japanese Career Women
Yuko has a long successful career at Hitachi High Tech America and co-founded Japanese Career Women non-profit organization with approximately 800 members worldwide promoting career advancement for Japanese women. She is also an Adjunct Professor at University of Texas at Dallas.
Yuka Nakahara-Goven,
Financial Service Professional and Licensed Agent for NY Life
Yuka has had a long, accomplished career in insurance and financial planning industry licensed to operate in 22 states. She overcame many workplace gender biases facing women in Japan and in the U.S., focused on life-long learning/education, and became a strong mentor, especially for young women entering the workforce.
Together, these women highlight the power of perseverance, mentorship, and community in shaping women’s success.
Moderator:
Dr. Hiroki Takeuchi
Associate Professor of Political Science
Director, Sun & Star Japan and East Asia Program
SMU Tower Center for Public Policy and International Affairs