Keidanren (Japan Business Federation)

Masakazu Kubota (M)

President

Keidanren, Japan's largest comprehensive business association with a membership of more than 1,500 global companies, strives to achieve self-sustained development of Japanese economy. I believe that women's empowerment and the promotion of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) are the source of innovation and are indispensable for enhancing coporate resilience to deal with VUCA. As the president, I pledge to provide equal opportunities and support career development of our female employees. I also ensure that our organization's commitment reflects our efforts to advance women's economic empowerment and their well-being for sustainable future.