On Wednesday, October 7, 2026, Shinya Shimizu, CEO of Elephantech, will speak at “Impact Challenge of the year 2026,” a pitch event presented by Forbes JAPAN.
“Impact Challenge of the year 2026” is a pitch event where impact startups balancing social impact with business growth share the challenges they are taking on and the potential of their businesses. First held in 2025, the event returns for its second edition this year. It will take place as part of IMPACT STARTUP SUMMIT 2026, organized by the Impact Startup Association (ISA), and will feature six mid- and late-stage companies selected from among ISA’s full members.
Elephantech harnesses its expertise in nanomaterials and precision inkjet printing to deliver innovative manufacturing solutions that overcome the limitations of conventional processes. By enabling greater design flexibility, streamlined manufacturing, and cost advantages, our solutions open new possibilities across AI servers, semiconductors, and the broader electronics industry.
At the event, Shimizu will review Elephantech’s business and technology developments over the past year and share the company’s outlook.
| Event | Impact Challenge of the year 2026 |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 2:30–4:20 p.m. |
| Venue | Tokyo Tatemono Pia Theater & Conference TOFROM YAESU TOWER, Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo IMPACT STAGE, 6F |
| Speaker | Shinya Shimizu (Representative Director / CEO / Founder, Elephantech) |
| Admission | Free (advance registration required) |
| Registration | IMPACT STARTUP SUMMIT 2026 Registration Registration deadline: Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m. |