JASA 2025 Business Forum

Each year, JASA brings together members and guests for a two-day event featuring our Annual Dinner and Business Forum. It’s a unique opportunity to connect, network, and celebrate the Alabama–Japan partnership. Highlights include the recognition of new and expanding Japanese companies in Alabama, presentations by distinguished keynote speakers, a year-in-review from JASA leadership, and the presentation of the Samuel Ullman Award. Last year, nearly 320 attendees joined us. We look forward to welcoming even more this year!

Business Forum Topic: "The Alabama Sports Economy and the Alabama/Japan Relationship"

Forum Speakers:

• Mr. Kota Kiriyama, professional bass fisherman and entrepreneur
• Mr. Morris Morioka, Senior Manager of Promotions and Entertainment for the Rocket City Trash Pandas
• Mr. Kevin Orr, coach for the Japan Wheelchair Rugby team (2017-2023)
• Mr. Kojiro Sampei, Mizuno USA’s CFO and CAO

Registration and sponsorship opportunities coming soon!