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Technology, Innovation, Education and Research (TIER) Committee
Welcome!
Welcome to the TIER committee of the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Japan. We focus on Technology, Innovation, Education, and Research, offering our members with invaluable resources, connections, and opportunities to excel in these fields. Whether you are already a member or considering joining, we invite you to become part of our vibrant community. Together, we can drive progress and create real value. Get involved and help us shape the future—your expertise and enthusiasm are crucial to our mission.
Mission
What we do
Our mission is to create value for our members, through initiatives and opportunities tailored to their evolving needs, in the fields of Technology, Innovation, Education, and Research, via:
- Awareness-Raising & Education
- Connection
- Collaboration
- Promotion
- Facilitation
Vision
Why we do what we do & Who we want to be
We aim to be leaders in – and be recognised as the go-to-body for people looking to advance in – the fields of Technology, Innovation, Education & Research.
Executive Council Representative
Chair
Co-Chairs
Values
What we stand for & uphold
Proactiveness: How We Lead
Responsiveness: How We Meet Member Needs
Diversity: How We Value and Integrate Different Perspectives
Respect: Ensuring Trust and Integrity
Unity: Fostering Collaboration and Inclusivity
Working Together for a Better Future
In striving to uphold our values of proactivity, responsiveness, diversity, respect, and unity, we ask our members to maintain realistic expectations. Our dedicated committee members are volunteers who work diligently to support and advance our community’s goals.
If there’s something you’re not satisfied with or you see a need not yet filled or an opportunity not yet realised, we encourage you to step up, get involved and help us improve. Your participation and feedback are invaluable. We need you! Join us in our mission to create value and foster innovation in the fields of Technology, Innovation, Education, and Research (TIER). Together, we can achieve great things.
Verticals & Action
What we cover & how we cover it
Technology
The Technology vertical focuses on enabling our members to understand the landscape, advance in, and adopt cutting-edge technologies. This includes areas such as information technology, software, hardware, IoT, DX, cybersecurity, AI, and fintech.
- Raising Awareness & Educating: Hosting presentations, workshops, and panel discussions on emerging technologies and trends.
- Connecting Members: Facilitating networking opportunities and creating platforms for knowledge exchange among technology professionals.
- Collaborating: Partnering with tech companies, startups, and educational institutions to promote innovation in technology.
- Promoting: Highlighting the achievements of our members and their contributions to the tech industry.
Facilitating Needs: Providing support to help members navigate and adapt to new technologies.
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The Innovation vertical focuses on monitoring emergent thinking, developments, and breakthroughs across various industries and sectors, raising awareness of these trends and efforts, and their impacts, and fostering connections and collaborations to drive progress and adoption in applied industries.
Committee Actions:
- Raising Awareness & Educating: Sharing updates on innovative trends, breakthroughs, and their impacts through seminars, publications, and conferences.
- Connecting Members: Facilitating partnerships between innovators, researchers, and industry professionals to enhance collaboration.
- Collaborating: Encouraging collaborative efforts across innovation fields and connecting them with industry applications.
- Promoting: Highlighting successful innovation projects and their contributions to the industry.
Facilitating Needs: Providing resources and platforms to support the dissemination and application of innovative ideas.
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The Education vertical aims to enhance opportunities for member learning and professional development across various fields. This includes identifying trends, opportunities, and connecting upcoming or current professionals with the necessary information, connections, training, and education they need to succeed.
- Raising Awareness & Educating: Highlighting emerging trends and opportunities in various educational sectors through reports, seminars, and publications.
- Connecting Members: Creating networks and platforms for educators, professionals, and learners to exchange knowledge and resources.
- Collaborating: Partnering with educational institutions, organisations, and industry leaders to help enable the development of comprehensive learning and development programs.
- Promoting: Showcasing educational success stories and the impact of continuous learning on professional growth.
Facilitating Needs: Providing access to training programs, certifications, mentorship, and resources that support lifelong learning and professional advancement.
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The Research vertical focuses on monitoring developments across various research fields and fostering connections between research, innovation, and industry applications. The aim is to connect different research efforts to promote collaboration and success.
- Raising Awareness & Educating: Sharing updates on research trends and breakthroughs through seminars, publications, and conferences.
- Connecting Members: Facilitating partnerships between researchers, innovators, and industry professionals.
- Collaborating: Partnering with researchers, innovators and industry professionals to help enable industry applications.
- Promoting: Highlighting impactful research projects and their contributions to the industry.
Facilitating Needs: Providing resources and platforms to support the dissemination and application of research findings.
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By defining and supporting these verticals, we aim to create a vibrant and dynamic community that drives progress and excellence in Technology, Innovation, Education, and Research. Together, we will build a future where our members lead the way in these critical fields.
Contact Us
How can you get involved and help
Join the TIER committee of the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Japan and be part of a thriving community dedicated to Technology, Innovation, Education, and Research. Non-members, consider joining us to access invaluable resources and opportunities.
Voice: Talk to us and give us your suggestions.
Funds: Help sponsor our events and efforts.
Time: Volunteer and get actively involved.
Other Resources: Assist with space, catering, staff, prizes, and goodies.
Together, we can create real value and drive progress. Join us today and make a difference!
