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• Centennial 百寿 Hyakujyu Milestone Sponsorship

  • Start
    Sunday, January 01, 2023
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • End
    Sunday, December 31, 2023
  •  
    8:00 PM

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  Calligraphy from Chiyo Sanada

  The last 100 years have seen tremendous turmoil and change.  Through it all, Japan-America Society of the State of Washington has been a beacon of hope, friendship and understanding between the people of Washington State and Japan.  As the Society Builds Bridges to the Next Century, it looks forward to finding new ways to fulfill its mission and remain relevant in an ever-changing world.

  Strong bridges are built by many people working together, united by a common goal.  For the next century, the Society will build new bridges by increasing its presence in Washington State and Japan, expanding its membership base, creating a special fund for centennial celebrations, and inspiring board members to lean in and be involved throughout the centennial year. 

  In this centennial year, it is especially important to give extra financial support to enable the Society to set the tone for a new century of service.

  Sponsors and supporters to our Centennial Fund will become a permanent addition to our website. You will be recognized on a special Centennial page for your contributions and can include any personal or corporate messages.

  

  Level	Price	Description
  KIKU 菊	$15,000	Centennial Gala: Diamond Table ($3700 value) Annual Meeting 2023 OR 2024: Diamond Sponsor {$2500 value) Golf Tournament 2023: Event Sponsor ($1800 value) VIP invitation to the Centennial events denoted by * Lifetime logo placement in the permanent Hyakujyu section of our website Recognition as “Hyakujyu Milestone Sponsor” at all 2023 JASSW events
  SAKURA 桜	$10,000	Centennial Gala: Gold Table ($3250 value) Annual Meeting 2023 OR 2024: Gold Sponsor ($2000 value) Golf Tournament 2023: Event Sponsor ($1800 value) VIP invitation to the Centennial events denoted by * Lifetime logo placement in the permanent Hyakujyu section of our website Recognition as “Hyakujyu Milestone Sponsor” at all 2023 JASSW events
  TSUBAKI 椿	$7,000	Centennial Gala: Silver Table ($2500 value) Annual Meeting 2023 OR 2024: Silver Sponsor ($1500 value) Golf Tournament 2023: Event Sponsor ($1800 value) VIP invitation to the Centennial events denoted by * Lifetime name placement in the permanent Hyakujyu section of our website Recognition as “Hyakujyu Milestone Sponsor” at all 2023 JASSW events
  FUJI 藤	$5,000	Centennial Gala: Silver Table ($2500 value) Annual Meeting 2024: Silver Sponsor ($1500 value) OR Golf Tournament 2023: Event Sponsor ($1800 value) VIP invitation to the Centennial events denoted by * Lifetime name placement in the permanent Hyakujyu section of our website Recognition as “Hyakujyu Milestone Sponsor” at all 2023 JASSW events
  UME 梅	$1,000	Centennial Gala: Individual Ticket ($215 value) VIP invitation to the Centennial events denoted by * Lifetime name placement in the permanent Hyakujyu section of our website Recognition as “Hyakujyu Milestone Sponsor” at all 2023 JASSW events

  
  

  

  
  

  Thank You to our Centennial 百寿 Milestone Sponsors!

  
  

  Kiku 菊

  
  

  Sakura 桜

  
  

  Tsubaki 椿

  
  

  Fuji 藤

  The Farmer Family

  
  

  Ume 梅

  Sara Sandford Ken and Shoko Farmer Takeo Sato Karin Zaugg Black and Dan Black Toshi and Yukiko Kawachi Tom and Yoko Sasaki Akiko Sato Yoshi Minegishi Kenichi Uchikura Naomi Minegishi Ken Shibusawa Sarah Ellerbrock Maki (Hasegawa) Kawamura Dennis Yamashita Tsuneko Nakatani Davis Wright Tremaine LLP Kanako Matsumoto Medallion Foods Inc. Lt Col (Ret) Michael Yaguchi and Mrs. Diane Yaguchi Christopher Cummins Shigeki and Iyoko Okano Yoshio Nose Jane Stonecipher Adam Goff

  *For 2023, sponsors in each level are listed in order of when the sponsorship was received.

  
  

  You can see more information about the donors and their messages by clicking the below!

  

  
  

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• 無料ウェビナービジネスアカデミー参加申し込みフォーム JASSW Free Business Academy Registration Form

  • Start
    Tuesday, January 24, 2023
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, December 31, 2023
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  ワシントン州日米協会

  スモールビジネスリジリエンシープログラム

  にご参加ありがとうございます。

  Thank you for your participation in

  the Small Business Resiliency Program

  of the Japan America Society of the State of Washington.
  

  
  

  
  

  SBRPは、

  ワシントン州内の中小規模事業オーナー様を

  日本語でのビジネスウェビナーや対面プログラム、

  助成金やローン、勉強会などのリソース

  （ソーシャルネットワークやウェブサイト・Podcastなど）

  で支援します！

  The Small Business Resiliency Program (SBRP)

  supports small business owners

  operating in the State of Washington

  with business webinars and

  in-person programs in Japanese,

  and helps them find other resources

  such as grants, loans, and study groups

  (social networks, websites, podcasts and more!).

  
  

  
  

  ワシントン州日米協会SBRPは

  ワシントン州商務省Small Business Regiliency Network

  とのパートナーシップに基づき、

  COVID-19の影響を受けている小規模・個人事業者の皆様へ

  英語以外を母国語とするマイノリティ支援のため

  「日本語で」プログラムを提供する団体に選ばれ、

  日本人または日系オーナー様の支援をしております。

  
  

  In partnership with the Small Business Resiliency Network (SBRN)

  of the Washington State Department of Commerce

  the Small Business Resiliency Program

  of the Japan America Society of the State of Washington

  has supported minority business owners of limited English ability

  who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Specifically, our program was chosen by the Washington State Department of Commerce to offer support IN JAPANESE to Japanese and Japanese speaking businesspersons.

  
  

  このプログラムは次の二つの軸で成り立っています

  Our program includes 2 main pillars of support: 

  1. Resources

  SBAが提供するPPPやEIDLのように

  申請により支援を受けるプログラムを始め図書館で提供する無料相談コーナーなど

  多くの支援プログラムが国、州などの公的機関から提供されています

  そのような支援プログラム情報を日本語で紹介します

  
  

  Explanations and information in Japanese regarding Federal,

  State and other public programs offered by the

  Federal Small Business Administration (SBA)

  such as the PPP and EIDL programs,

  and more recently WA Hospitality Grants. 

  Applicants to these programs can access government support

  such as free consulting sessions offered at

  public libraries and in virtual meetings.

  
  

  2. Techinical Assistance

  
  

  事業を立ち上げる、あるいは運営するにあたり

  多くの疑問点を解決しなければならない場面は多く

  こんな時に日本語で相談できたら・・

  と感じる方は多いのではないでしょうか？

  また、オーナーの皆様が知りたい情報を

  日本語でSBRPがご提供しています。

  
  

  現在SBRPでご提供しているプログラムは、

  １．無料Business webinar Series （月１回）

  ２．週刊知っ得情報（週１回）

  ３．日米協会のPodcast、Small Business Bites （週１回）

  
  

  また、

  ・ 会員の皆様の質問を、SBRPが政府に直接尋ねます

  ・会員の皆様のご要望により、ビジネスとビジネスをつなぎます

  ・SBRP主催のイベントの優先的な登録ができます

  ・ビジネスを広く宣伝する機会ができます

  
  

  
  

  Many Japanese-speaking businesspeople starting up and

  operating businesses would benefit from consultations in Japanese

  regarding the issues they encounter.

  Our Small Business Resiliency Program is

  ready to discuss the practical matters

  that businesses in Washington State encounter.

  
  

  Our Small Business Resiliency Program currently includes:

  1. Free, recorded Business Webinars released once a month.

  2. The Weekly Report: “Shittoku” with useful information

  in Japanese for business owners.

  3. The Weekly Japan-America Society Podcast:

  “Small Business Bites,” also in Japanese.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  このプログラムにお申込みされますと、

  １．週１回のニュースレター配信

  ２．SBRP主催のイベントの優先的な登録

  ３．SBEA Business Webinar講座視聴のためのリンク

  ができます。

  And there’s more…

  ・Members can submit questions in Japanese and 

  the SBRP will get answers directly

  from the government bureaucracy.

  ・Business to business introductions can be made

  when requested by SBRP members.

  ・SBRP members can gain priority access to SBRP events.

  
  

  ＜登録前にご確認ください＞

  
  

  ＊ワシントン州内に事業所があるオーナーの方を対象としております
  他州の方は事業所のある州でのプログラムにご参加ください

  ＊プログラムは基本的に日本語で提供されます

  
  

  ＊内容や条件については事前の予告なしに変更される場合があります

  <Remember the following before requesting SBRP Membership>
  

  
  

  
  

  * You should own a business starting up

  or operating in the State of Washington.

  Business owners of businesses in other States

  are only eligible for programs within the State in question.

  * SBRP programs are provided in Japanese.

  * Programs and conditions for membership

  may change without prior notice.
  

  
  

  
  

  Register for Membership HERE!
  

  
  

  
  

  

  
  

  ウェビナーのコース内容と講師、ワークショップについては、

  ウェブサイトをご確認ください。

  
  

  Please refer to the following website for descriptions of webinar topics, lecturers, resources, workshops, etc.

  https://jassw.org/small-business/

  
  

  
  

  Contact

  
  

  Email: Smallbiz@jassw.org

  
  

  ＊プログラムコーディネーターが日本語で対応いたします

  Eメール、お電話など、日本語でお気軽にお問合せください

  * A program coordinator will respond in Japanese.

  Please feel free to speak or write in Japanese.
  

  
  

  
  

  また、エキスパート講師をご希望の専門家の方のご応募もお待ちしております

  詳しくはメールでお問い合わせください

  
  

  Become part of our network of experts! Make contacts by providing information about your field and services.

  For further information please feel free to email us!
  

  

  Please spread the word about

  the Small Business Empowerment Academy!

  
  

  Share this information with

  your family members, friends and others

  who could use support running their business! 

  
  

   

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• A Night with Coco Aramaki

  • When
    Tuesday, September 26, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Housewright Gallery (1224 S Bailey St, Seattle, WA 98108)

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  Join other members of the Japan-America Society of the State of Washington for an exclusive night with artist Coco Aramaki and learn about her work, her inspiration, and her exhibition!

  Aramaki is better known as a stunning photographer for publications such as the New York Times and Rolling Stone. Her debut exhibit, "The Nite Gardener" showcases her emergence as a gifted painter.

  Her painting can be seen here.

  
  

  About the Artist

  
  

  Coco Aramaki is better known as a stunning photographer for publications such as the New York Times and Rolling Stone. But seven years ago she launched into paintings. This video (link) describes her journey.

  Coco’s current exhibit at HOUSEWRIGHT in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood (1224 S. Bailey), called “The Nite Gardener,” showcases the outcomes of her nocturnal expressions.

  “They represent the conversations in my mind that keep me up at night. They represent my heart aches and my hope for the people I love.”

  
  

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• Volunteer at the JASSW Booth at Japan Week Bellevue College!

  • When
    Saturday, September 30, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Bellevue College

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  Sign up today! Volunteer for the
  

  JASSW Booth at Bellevue College's Japan Week 2023

  
  

  Saturday September 30, 2023

  Japan Week at Bellevue College

  
  

  Join us for a great weekend at the bustling Japan Week event at Bellevue College! Come help JASSW in promoting its various programs and membership with flyers and engaging activities!

  
  

  Volunteer tasks: hang out at our table, hand out flyers, answer general questions about JASSW & membership, coordinate mini games, help set up or break down booth depending on your shift time.

  You can volunteer for the full day, the AM shift, or the PM shift. 
  

  Full Day Shift: 10 am to 6 pm

  AM Shift: 10:00 am to 2:15 pm

  PM Shift: 1:45 pm to 6:00 pm

  
  

  
  

  Questions? Please contact Tobi McCann at tmccann@jassw.org or (206) 374-0180.

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• Generative AI & Traditions

  • When
    Thursday, October 12, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Hilton Bellevue, "King County" room

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  Join us for an exciting event co-hosted by: Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle, the Japan Business Association of Seattle, and the Japan-America Society of the State of Washington!

  Our traditions and cultures profoundly shape our lives, and with the surge in technological advances, Artificial Intelligence has become a prominent topic of discussion. This event will explore how Artificial Intelligence not only safeguards but also reinvigorates our society, illuminating a harmonious path for technology and tradition. 

  Our keynote speakers will delve into the unique ways that generative AI can be used to help preserve traditions, cultures, and positively influence society. After the event concludes, enjoy catered appetizers and networking with like-minded people.

  We are honored to host the following distinguished keynote speakers who have made remarkable contributions in this field:

  
  

  
  

  Sponsor This Event!

  Want to promote your business and connect at this event? Reserve a spot at one of our tables as a Gold or Silver Sponsor. The Sponsor reservation will include the benefits below, as well as a table, free admission to the panel, and networking post event!

  Limited availability, sign up now!

  Co-Hosts:
  

  
  

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• 2023 Centennial Gala

  • When
    Tuesday, November 28, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM

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  Register here to participate in our in-person celebration! 

  Celebrate the historic Centennial year of the Society with us! 

  
  

  More Information Will Be Released in Early September! 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  

  

  5:00 pm: Registration Opens at The Westin Seattle

  • Music by Evergreen Glee Club
  • Silent Auction @ Fifth-Avenue Room: Bid on Wine, Sake, Shochu, and other Spirits! (closes at 6:45 pm)
  • In-Person Raffle Tickets
  • Wine Toss Game
    

  
  

  6:45 pm: Ballroom opens

  • "Building Bridges to the Next Century"
  • Game: Heads or Tails
  • Live Auction
  • Raise the Paddle
  • Lily McMahan Outstanding Volunteer Award
  • Performance
  • Raffle Drawing

  
  

  8:45 pm: Adjourn

  
  

  
  

  Level	Price	Description
  Platinum	Early Bird: $6000 After 10/31: $6500	● Premium sponsorship level with premier center table for 8 ● Prominent logo placement on all event materials and program recognition ● Recognition from the “podium” and electronic logo projection during the event ● Opportunity for presence on "stage" ● Full page color ad ($1500 value)
  Diamond	Early Bird: $3700 After 10/31: $4000	● Private table of 8 with premier center seating ● Large size logo placement on all event materials and program recognition ● Recognition from the “podium” and electronic logo projection during the event ● Opportunity for presence on "stage" ● Three-Quarters page color ad ($1000 value)
  Gold	Early Bird: $3230 After 10/31: $3500	● Private table of 8 with premier seating ● Medium size logo placement on all event materials and program recognition ● Recognition from the “podium” and electronic logo projection during the event ● Half page color ad ($500 value)
  Silver	Early Bird: $2500 After 10/31: $2800	● Private table of 8 ● Small size logo placement on all event materials and program recognition ● Recognition from the “podium” and electronic logo projection during the event
  Individual Seating	Early Bird: $215 After 10/31: $230	● Includes a seat during the event, dinner, and a chance at the Live Auction
  Friendship Circle Sponsor	$1500	● Includes three seats during the event, dinner and a chance at the Live Auction ● Small size logo placement on all event materials and program recognition ● Recognition from the “podium” and electronic logo projection during the event

  
  

  

  

  Platinum

  
  

  Diamond

  
  

  
  

  Gold

  
  

  
  

  Silver

  The Farmer Family		Yuka Shimizu (BCA/WPS)

  
  

  

  Friendship Circle

  This Could Be You!
  

  
  

  *Sponsors in each level are listed in order of when the sponsorship was received.

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