Introducing the Michigan-Japan HR Conference, brought to you by the Japan America Society of Michigan and Southwestern Ontario. This will be a half-day conference for HR executives/management at Japanese companies in Michigan.
Learn from experts about the fast-changing policies and how to improve your current HR strategies, policies, and processes. Topics will cover immigration, expatriate programs, local hiring options (inc. the Feb 2026 Japanese Job Fair), talent management, job description legalities, and pertinent advice from legal and practical business perspectives.
Michigan-Japan HR Conference
November 21, 2025 (Fri) 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Novi Civic Center (45175 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48375)
Agenda
12:00-12:30 PM: Registration and networking
12:30-2:00 PM: Keynote presentation
- Introduction by Consul General Hajime "Jimmy" Kishimori
- Dickinson Wright: Top Employment Issues HR Cannot Ignore: Immigration, Trade, Job Descriptions, and Other Legal Must-Knows
2:15-3:15 PM: Talent planning and recruiting
- Plante Moran: Strategic Talent Planning with Clarity: Aligning People, Purpose, and Networks
- QUICK USA: US Job Market Updates and Standing Out in the Recruiting Process
3:30-5:00 PM. Focusing on local talent
- HIROTEC: A Local Untapped Resource to Support US-Japan Business Efforts
- Japan America Society: The US-Japan Government’s Efforts to Connect Young Professionals and Industry
- 2026 Japanese Job Fair introduction
Exact times and presentation titles are subject to change. Please note that lunch will not be provided at this time.
Free with registration for HR executives and HR managers working at Japanese companies
Note: The registration form will close upon reaching the maximum capacity for this in-person event (approx. 100 attendees). This conference will be held in the English language.
This event is sponsored by the City of Novi, JETRO Chicago, Consulate General of Japan in Detroit, Japan Business Society of Detroit, Paris Baguette, JAS Young Professionals, and Ikigai Connections.
If you are unable to complete the Google Form below, please email kasia (at) ikigaiconnections.com.