As AI, cloud, and hybrid environments continue to reshape technology landscapes, the role of the solution architect is evolving faster than ever. This session explores what it truly means to be a solution architect in 2026 and beyond—where technical excellence must be combined with collaboration, customer-centric thinking, and strong decision-making skills.

Through real-world digital transformation case studies, we will examine how solution architects are navigating growing system complexity, shifting from technology-driven designs to architectures rooted in customer value and business outcomes. The discussion will also highlight why AI literacy is becoming essential, and how generative AI and automation can support better design choices, faster execution, and more informed decisions.

Designed for architects, senior engineers, and technology leaders, this session offers practical insights and a forward-looking perspective on the skills and mindset needed to stay relevant in the years ahead.

🏢 VENUE: CIC Tokyo: 15F Toranomon Hills Business Tower, 1-17-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan

📅 DATE & TIME:
- Check-In: 2:30 pm
- Start: 3:00 pm (Panel discussion)
- End: 4:00 pm (Networking Time until 9:00pm)

🎤 SPEAKERS:
- Shingo Kitayama | Principal Solution Architect at RedHat (Speaker)
- Leo Linder | Founder & CEO at Emerge AI (Speaker)
- Atsuya Yamakawa | Senior Solutions Consultant Workato (Speaker)

- Fabien BROGARD CIPRIANI | CEO at Hireplanner.com (Facilitator)

🌍 LANGUAGE:
English

🌟 EVENT TYPE:
In-Person | Seminar | Tech & Business Networking

🧔🏼 DRESS CODE:
Business Casual

HirePlanner is an all-in-one recruiting solution for companies hiring in Japan. It offers a comprehensive suite of HR tech software, including a bilingual Applicant Tracking System (ATS), online job advertising services across multiple job sites in Japan, an agency management system, employer branding consulting, and social media and video content production services. Additionally, HirePlanner regularly organizes tech meetups, networking and career events in Tokyo to help companies attract bilingual professionals.
https://www.hireplanner.com

Venture Café Tokyo - Thursday Gathering
Venture Café Tokyo is a vibrant innovation hub that fosters connections, collaboration, and growth within Japan's startup and tech ecosystem.
https://venturecafetokyo.org

CIC Tokyo is a dynamic innovation hub providing coworking spaces, resources, and a collaborative community for startups, entrepreneurs, and businesses in Japan.
https://jp.cic.com

RED HAT K.K.
The leading provider of enterprise open source solutions.
http://www.redhat.com

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN (USJ LLC)
Official operator of the theme park “Universal Studios Japan”
https://www.usj.co.jp

EMERGE AI, INC.
Your Trusted Partner for AI-Powered Growth and Innovation
https://emerge.ai

SKILLHOUSE STAFFING SOLUTIONS K.K.
IT Professional Recruitment Specialist Agency - 20 Years of Excellence & Passion in the Japanese IT Market.
http://www.skillhouse.co.jp

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