Keiko Kaneko

Deutsche Asset Management (Japan) Ltd. (DeAM-JP) is the Japanese fund management branch of Deutsche Asia Pacific Holdings Pte Ltd., ultimately held by Deutsche Bank AG (NYSE: DB) in Germany. Established in 1985, the firm is located in Tokyo and provides a full range of asset management products and fund management services for individual and institutional investors including public and private pension funds. The Tokyo team manages domestic and overseas public and private pension funds for institutional clients, outsources the management of other funds and distributes a range of mutual funds for retail investors. They are a signatory to the Principles for Responsible Institutional Investors (Japan’s Stewardship Code) which seeks to promote sustainable growth of companies through investment and dialogue.

Mizuho Bank Ltd. engages in financial service business. It offers services such as buying and selling of securities, lending, deposits, securities investment, domestic exchange settlement, foreign exchanges transaction, and corporate bond trustee and register services. It also deals in buying and selling of gold, public bond underwriting, sale of public bonds, lottery, trust agent, and consulting services. The company was founded on May 7, 1923 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Vlaamse Instelling Voor Technologisch Onderzoek NV provides customer research services. The company provides its services to the energy suppliers, appliance builders, end users and government sectors. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Mol, Belgium.

Latham & Watkins LLP operates as a full-service law firm or legal matters. It offers services in the areas of finance, litigation, accounting, banking, life sciences, private equity, real estate, government relations, employment law, and outsourcing. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Deutsche Trust Co., Ltd. provides corporate trust and agency services. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY.

JPMorgan Securities Japan Co. Ltd. (JPMS-J) is the brokerage subsidiary of JPMorgan International Finance Ltd., itself a subsidiary of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) in the US. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, JPMS-J provides investment banking services, intermediary of Global Custody service and other asset servicing business provided by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. and its group companies.

Deutsche Securities, Inc. (DSI) is the Japanese brokerage subsidiary of Deutsche Bank Holdings (Luxembourg) SARL, itself a wholly-owned subsidiary of Deutsche Bank AG (NYSE: DB) in Germany. The firm was established in 1986 as Deutsche Bank Capital Markets (Asia) Ltd. and became Deutsche Securities Inc. in 2006. Located in Tokyo, DSI is the investment banking platform for the Deutsche Bank group in Japan. The firm provides services including research, sales and trading of bonds and equities, capital raising and M&A advisory for corporate and institutional clients. They have particular expertise in sectors such as automotive, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, energy, financials, media, telecommunications, technology, transportation and trading companies. The M&A division is in a leadership position in Japan, and structures deals including overseas investments by manufacturers, asset sales for restructuring corporations, and domestic mergers and acquisitions. DSI's activities include products and services related to fixed-income, equities and commodities as well as real estate investments and financing. Activities related to foreign exchange and money market are primarily operated by the Tokyo branch of Deutsche Bank.

Part of Deutsche Bank AG, Deutsche Bank AG (Tokyo Branch) is a banking services provider based in Tokyo, Japan.

Part of Daifuku Co., Ltd., Daifuku Webb Holding Co. is an innovative, full-service, customer-centric IT solution provider based in Farmington Hills, MI. The private company helps clients optimize their technology environments and work efficiently by establishing goals, integrating strategy with technology solutions, and transforming their IT environment into a company-wide model to increase utilization and efficiencies. The CEO of the company is Brian G. Stewart.

Fast Retailing USA, Inc. operates apparel stores. It offers fashion designer clothing. The company was founded on November 22, 2004 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Part of Apple, Inc., Apple Computer Japan KK is a subsidiary of the Japanese multinational technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple Computer Japan KK specifically operates in Japan, providing a range of Apple products and services to customers in the country. The private company's offerings include Mac computers, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and various accessories, as well as software such as the macOS and iOS operating systems. Additionally, Apple Computer Japan KK operates retail stores and provides customer support services to ensure a seamless experience for its customers.

Part of Daifuku Co., Ltd., Daifuku (China) Co., Ltd. provides management consulting services. The private company is based in Shanghai, China.

Part of FAST RETAILING CO., LTD., Fast Retailing (China) Trading Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company that retails sportswear, underwear, and apparel accessory products. The private company is based in Shanghai, China. Pan Ning has been the CEO of the company since 2006.

Part of FAST RETAILING CO., LTD., Fast Retailing France SAS is an investment holding French company. The private company is based in Paris, France. The company was founded in 2005. Yoshihiro Kunii has been the CEO of the company since 2019.

Kano Computing Ltd. offers a software platform and a do-it-yourself computer kit. The firm's product is for anyone who wants to start creating with technology. Its starter kit contains Raspberry Pi 2, books, speaker, and a keyboard. The company was founded by Alex Klein, Yonatan Raz-Fridman, and Saul Charles Klein in November 2012 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Part of Daifuku Co., Ltd., Daifuku North America Holding Co. is a leader in the design, engineering, manufacturing, installation, and service of innovative material handling technology. The holding private company is based in Novi, with sales and manufacturing locations throughout the continent. It is comprised of America Corporation, Jervis B. Webb Company, Elite Line Services, Inc. (ELS), Cleanroom Automation America Corporation, and Wynright Corporation. The American company specializes in integrated systems used in a variety of industries, including automotive, airport, semiconductor, flat panel, food/beverage, warehousing, and manufacturing. The CEO of the company is Takaya Uemoto.

Part of FAST RETAILING CO., LTD., J Brand Europe Ltd. wholesales clothes. The private company is based in London, UK.

Part of Daifuku Co., Ltd., Daifuku Co. Ltd. UK Branch is a private company that manufactures and wholesales lifting and material handling systems. The company is based in Kingston, UK and was founded in 2010.

Offline Ventures LLC (Offline Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2020 by Dave Morin, Brit Morin, James Higa and Nate Bosshard. The firm is headquartered in Mill Valley, California.

Philanthropic Ventures Foundation operates as a charity foundation. The private company is based in Oakland, CA.