NEWS
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【TOPICS】Press release: Eiko Akiyama, Chairman of BRUSH, deliverd a lecture at Shiseido Professional’s Global Training Program
On September 2, Eiko Akiyama, Chairman of BRUSH, delivered a lecture at Shiseido Professional’s global training program, “SPa-Expert Global Ambassador Program 2026.” Sharing insights from her extensive experience in sales and retail management for luxury brands, she spoke to hairstylists from across Asia on the theme “Continuing to Be Chosen: The Principles and Philosophy Behind Lasting Success.”
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Press release: iDA has established the new position of Chief AI Officer (CAIO)
iDA has established the new position of Chief AI Officer (CAIO) to drive company-wide adoption of AI and other technologies, with the goal of clearly defining what should be entrusted to AI and what should remain the responsibility of people, thereby improving the quality of connections between talent and employment opportunities. As part of this initiative, Yuki Watanabe, Executive Officer of iDA, has been appointed as the company's first Chief AI Officer (CAIO).
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Featured in media: Nihon Keizai Shimbun
Comments of iDA Director Masayoshi Odaka were featured in The Nihon Keizai Shimbun. He shared insights on trends in the fashion industry, focusing on the topic of temporary staffing rates.
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Press release: “One-Day Career Event for Sales Associates” will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, iDA will host the “One Day Career Event for Sales Associates : Discover Yourself Through Colorsr” at its Tokyo office. Through self-reflection workshops, participants will have the opportunity to reassess their strengths and values. The program will also cover personal color analysis, four-season color theory, and basic color coordination principles, helping participants apply these skills to customer service and styling proposals. The event aims to enhance sales associates’ proposal capabilities while providing an opportunity to explore and expand their career potential.
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Press release: ”Fashion-Concious Generation Z” Survey 2026 about Fashion and Media Conducted
In collaboration with Bunka Fashion College, Futaba Tsushinsha has conducted the survey for the sixth year. Targeting fashion-conscious Generation Z students, this survey examines their media and social media consumption, fashion purchasing behavior, interests, values, and future aspirations. The results provide insights into the mindset of Gen Z and highlight emerging trends in 2026.
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Press release: Event Exploring Generative AI Application in Human Resources and Organizational Development for the Fashion & Lifestyle Industry
World Mode Holdings will host the event “Human Resources, Organizational Development, and Generative AI in the Fashion & Lifestyle Industry” on September 15, 2026, for HR and organizational development professionals in the fashion and lifestyle industry.
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【TOPICS】【WMH STORY vol.7】Story of Four Ambiton released
World Mode Holdings introdeces initiatives of its group companies and collaborative efforts across the group through its ongoing WMH STORY series. We released Vol.7 (retail support edition), featuring Four Ambition. Four Ambition provides comprehensive store operation support, covering merchandise management, customer service, sales, recruitment, training, and workforce management. Through an interview with CEO, Hiromasa Yuasa, this story explores the company's commitment to people, which forms the foudation of its business, and the reason why Four Ambition is chosen as a trusted long-term business partner by brands.
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Press release: iDA Fashion Talent Report Vol.1
iDA has published the “iDA Fashion Talent Report Vol. 1,” a research report that visualizes talent market trends in the fashion and beauty industry based on payroll data accumulated through its staffing network of 23 offices across Japan, from Hokkaido to Okinawa. This inaugural report analyzes payroll records from January to June 2026, examining market trends across six industry categories and four regional segments based on data from 16 major offices nationwide.
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Featured in media: Fashion Hanbai October/November Issue
In Fashion Hanbai October/November issue (on sales August 27), an interview with Kenichiro Horii, CEO of iDA, is featured. Under the theme "What kind of Human Resource Development is needed today ?", he shares his insights on the issues facing the fashion industry and his perspectives on talent development.
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Trend report：Seoul’s Latest Store Design Trends A/W 2026 Report
World Mode Holdings and BEEATS have released the " Seoul's Latest Store Design Trend Autumn/Winter 2026 Report," highlighting the latest trends in overseas retail store design.