Ep. 33: Innovation Partners; Zebra Companies, Family Businesses & Start-Ups with John Kojiro Moriwaka

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In this episode, John Kojiro Moriwaka, returns to share his insights of building a new kind of innovation ecosystem in Japan; one where Zebra Companies, Family Businesses & Start-Ups not only co-exist but thrive in the presence of one another. And really, who better to have share some insights than John-san who wears all 3 hats; leading his family-owned business Moriwaka Medical, Silicon Valley Ventures and Startup GRIND Fukuoka.
Before we jump into the episode let me quickly share with you what a Zebra company is and why they've gained traction in Japan. Zebra companies take pride in doing real business, not aiming to disrupt current markets and aim achieving profitability and sustainability all the while helping to solve a societal problem. Read more here (https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/322407).
Also, if you're listening to this episode before Nov. 29th 2020, you are warmly invited to join the the kick off of Startup Grind Fukuoka; here.
I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did and don’t forget to share your feedback with me on your favorite social platform.
Key takeaways;
09:30 | Zebra Companies
15:40 | Transforming Japanese economy through growing global citizens
18:15 | Partnering with Startups and Family business
27:10 | Learning from founding SCV
37:45 | Bringing the Startup to Fukuoka
50:55 | Inspiring others to join
Extra:
Startup Grind Fukuoka | Silicon Valley Ventures | Moriwaka Medical | John's Rap