The 13th Global Leadership Cafe Series Lecture “Who You Know Helps You Grow: Networking for Entrepreneurial Scientists”

January 29, 2026

Overview

Date and time

Wed, Feb. 4, 2026  17:30 - 19:00

Venue

Online (Zoom)

Target person

Science Tokyo students, faculty or staff and the general public

Fee

Free

Language

English

Registration

Please register in advance from the following link.

The Academy for Leadership (ToTAL) is honored to welcome Dr. JuanFra Alvarado Valenzuela, Senior Director and Senior Researcher of the Entrepreneurship Research Group at Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, to host an online lecture titled “Who You Know Helps You Grow: Networking for Entrepreneurial Scientists”. Dr. Valenzuela is an advisor to entrepreneurial students and a consultant to entrepreneurship programs in higher education.

This session explores how social connections shape entrepreneurial journeys.

Key points of discussion:

  • Awaken awareness of your potential networks
  • Assess the growth value of your networks
  • Navigate cultural differences in networking
  • Learn practical tips for business connections
  • Cultivate a reliable safety net of relationships
  • Plan for resilience through networking

This lecture is open to everyone, including all students, faculty members and staff at Science Tokyo as well as members of the general public. Please join us for this valuable opportunity.

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Host organization

Academy for Leadership

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Contact

Academy for Leadership
Email total@adm.isct.ac.jp