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ANZCCJ 2025 Annual General Meeting & Summer Networking Reception

3 July, 2025

06:15 pm-09:00 pm

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi, Minato City, Tokyo, Japan

The Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at the Pullman Tokyo Tamachi from 6:15PM - 7:10PM on Thursday 03 July 2025. Featuring annual reports on the Chamber's activities from ANZCCJ Chair Sally Townsend and finances from Treasurer Hirofumi Tokunaga, the AGM is open to all ANZCCJ Members who wish to attend. The AGM will be followed by Summer Networking Reception from 7:10PM - 9:00PM, which will be open to non-members.

Date: Thursday 03 July 2025

Time: 6:00 - 9:00PM

Annual General Meeting (including 2025-2027 Executive Council Election) - Banquet Room (L9)
6:00PM - Doors Open
6:15PM - Opening Remarks - MC
6:17PM - Chair's Report - Sally Townsend
6:25PM - Treasurer's Report - Hirofumi Tokunaga
6:30PM - Questions from Membership - Facilitated by MC
6:40PM - 2024-2026 Executive Council Election - Collection of Ballots
6:50PM - Election Voting Closed
7:05PM - Election Results Announced and Closing Remarks - Craig Usmar, Executive Director
Summer Networking Reception - Banquet Room and Platform 9 Rooftop Bar (L9)
7:10PM - 9:00PM - Canapes and free flow drinks

Candidates for the seven positions available on the 2025-2027 Executive Council:

Alan Evans - Meehan Group (AU Corporate)
Andrew John Dolan - JLL Japan (AU Corporate)
Dean Daniels - Accor (NZ Corporate)
Emil Gorgees - RealEstate.jp (Individual)
Ian Scott - Atsumi & Sakai (AU Corporate)
Marion Baillat - Paw AI (Individual)
Philip Turner - Turner & Ikeda Associates (Individual)
Rebecca Thorn - Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya (NZ Corporate)
Roland Thompson - Austvent Limited (AU Corporate)
Sally Townsend - Government of South Australia (AU Corporate)
Sam Gilbert - Club 360 (Individual)
Teruma Naito - Ashurst (AU Corporate)
Tom Wilson - Astris Advisory Japan K.K. (AU Corporate)
Toshikazu Horihata - Horitomi Co., Ltd (JP Corporate)

Continuing members of the 2024 - 2026 Executive Council:

Byron Frost - Baker McKenzie (AU Corporate)
Lily Takegasa - McCain Foods (Individual)
Shu Saito - Macquarie Asset Management (AU Corporate)
Syn Yi Lee - Lendlease (AU Corporate)
Yuzo Okuno - Rio Tinto (AU Corporate)

Executive Council Election - Background

What is the role of the Executive Council? - The Executive Council is the governing body of the ANZCCJ, consisting of 12 Councillors. As a group, the Executive Council determines the Chamber's policies and priorities and oversees its financial affairs. The main roles and responsibilities of Executive Council members include:
Furthering the Chamber's core mission, setting key strategic objectives and ensuring activities align.
Helping the ANZCCJ deliver real value for its members, as well as outreach to new and potentially beneficial members.
Being a senior representative for the ANZCCJ, attending ANZCCJ meetings and events.
Actively participating in or chairing one or more ANZCCJ committees or working groups that deal with specific issues or initiatives, acting as a liaison between the Executive Council and that Committee/working group. This initiative will draw from the EC members' strengths and skills, align with their current profession or interests, and provide further learning and development opportunities.
Acting as MC or moderator at events, particularly those related to the Committee with which the council member is affiliated.
Overseeing the Secretariat's management of the ANZCCJ's operations.
Who can become a member of the Executive Council? - All current members of the ANZCCJ are eligible for nomination to the Executive Council. According to the ANZCCJ Constitution, the Executive Council must consist of:
at least seven (7) Councillors from companies holding Corporate Membership
at least two (2) members of Australian companies holding Corporate Membership
at least one (1) member of a New Zealand company holding Corporate Membership
at least two (2) members holding Individual Membership
The Executive Council will require at least one member holding Corporate Membership for the 2025-2027 Executive Council Election.

Voting Process

Companies with Corporate Sponsorship and Individual members of the Chamber each have one vote with a weighted value (Platinum 4, Gold 4, Silver 4, Bronze 3, Individual 1). For example, a Platinum Sponsor company can submit one vote, which will carry a weighted value of 4. Those with Individual memberships can also submit one vote, which will carry a weighted value of 1.
Absentee and proxy voting To ensure that the Executive Council Election reflects the wishes of our full membership base, we strongly encourage members who cannot attend to submit their votes through absentee or proxy vote forms, to be distributed to all members on Friday 20 June 2025. Please note that the absentee voting period will close at 5pm on Monday 30 June 2025.
In-person voting - At the AGM on Thursday 03 July 2025.
If you have any questions regarding the AGM or voting process, please contact ANZCCJ's Executive Director at craig.usmar@anzccj.jp.

Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi - 3-1-21 Shibaura, Minato-ku, 108-0023 Tokyo

Price: ANZCCJ Members ¥8,000 | Non-members (eligible to attend the Summer Networking Reception only) ¥9,500

*Note: Members who wish to attend the AGM ONLY will not be charged for attendance.

Registration: By 5:00PM Monday 30 June 2025

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ANZCCJ FAHC Committee - Impact and Influence of Global ESG Policy on AUS & New Zealand Farmers

8 April, 2025

05:00 pm-07:30 pm

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi, Minato City, Tokyo, Japan

Impact and Influence of Global ESG Policy on Australian and New Zealand Farmers.

The ANZCCJ Food Agriculture and Hospitality Committee invites members and friends to join us for a presentation by and discussion with distinguished 2024 Nuffield Scholar, Catherine Marriott.

Catherine has conducted an insightful research project on the influence of Global ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) policy on Australian farmers. Her report delves into the challenges and opportunities that ESG policies present to the agricultural sector in Australia. Catherine`s research took her to Europe, Asia (including Japan and Korea) and the USA where she spoke to industry leaders and governments. While the report was focused on Australia the impacts will be similar on farmers in New Zealand.

Key Highlights of the Report:

Increased Awareness and Adoption: Catherine's research highlights the growing awareness among Australian farmers about the importance of ESG policies and the steps they are taking to adopt sustainable practices.
Challenges in Implementation: The report identifies significant challenges in implementing ESG policies, including financial constraints, resource limitations, and the need for more education and support.
Positive Impact on Market Access: Farmers who have embraced ESG policies have experienced improved market access, as consumers and businesses increasingly prioritize products that meet ESG standards.
Need for Policy Support: Catherine emphasizes the necessity for stronger policy support from the government to aid farmers in transitioning to sustainable practices, including financial incentives and educational programs.
Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing: The report underscores the importance of collaboration between farmers, industry stakeholders, and policymakers to share knowledge and best practices for overcoming ESG implementation challenges.

Catherine is a great storyteller, and her presentation promises to be as entertaining as it is insightful. Guest are welcome to ask questions throughout and share their experiences on ESG’s with the group.

Date: Tue 08 April 2025

Time: 5:00PM – 7:30PM (Doors open at 4:45PM)

Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi Cabin Room (2F), (Map)

Price: ¥6,000 - Free flow drinks and finger food

Registration deadline: 5:00PM Mon 24 March 2025

Note 1: Due to the sensitive nature of some of the information and observations she will be sharing the event will be held under the Chatham House Rule.

Note 1: Capacity is limited to 20 people.

Note 2: Due to the sensitive nature of some of the information and observations she will be sharing the event will be held under the Chatham House Rule.

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