500 Global launches second cohort of Venture Capital Unlocked Tokyo to support Japanese venture capitalists

Silicon Valley venture capital firm 500 Global, has announced the second cohort of 'Venture Capital Unlocked Tokyo' program for Japanese venture capitalists. The goal of the program is to support the vision of positioning Tokyo as a central hub for venture capital, in partnership with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO).

Tokyo leverages 500 Global's experience as a multi-stage venture capital firm and venture education leader. 500 Global's Venture Capital Unlocked has conducted over 40 programs in 10 countries and has trained over 1,200 investors to hone their investment skills at a global scale through various VC Unlocked Programs.

The education program consists of 4 days of in-person workshops taking place in Tokyo on October 15 - 18 and two virtual sessions led by US-based VCs. Through experiential learning and curated lessons from 500's experts, participants will have the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of venture capital frameworks and build their network. The curriculum includes courses that cover topics such as: Early Stage Investing Frameworks, GP:LP Relationships, Fund Modelling & Portfolio Construction, Valuations, Cap Tables & Ownership, and Term Sheet Negotiations & Scaling Startups.

The first cohort of the program, delivered in March 2024, had 33 participants from various Japanese venture capital firms and received strong feedback with an NPS of 97.

Bedy Yang, Managing Partner, 500 Global: "We are excited to bring VC Unlocked: Tokyo back after the positive reception to our first program in March 2024. We remain dedicated to contributing to the growth of Japan's venture ecosystem through sharing investment perspectives and practices. VC Unlocked: Tokyo offers a tailored approach that blends Silicon Valley's innovation with Japan's unique market dynamics, giving participants a platform to explore and engage with the latest investment trends both locally and globally."

Learn more about the program and how to apply here.

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