Lukske de Lange schreef: ↑27 apr 2021, 11:48
Halenaar schreef: ↑27 apr 2021, 11:23
Geen idee waar te plaatsen, dus ik doe het even hier: DMM is sinds vandaag eigenaar van Avispa, waar ze al eerder sponsor van waren.
De kans is volgens de Japanse media groot dat Avispa gaat functioneren als satellietclub voor STVV
Oh nee, sevens staat Jordy Croux hier
https://re-how.net/all/1081180/
GK DMM.com
Notice regarding the acquisition of some shares of Avispa Fukuoka by DMM.com -International initiative through football to accelerate the Japan-Europe global network-
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DMM.com (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Chairman and CEO Keiji Kameyama, hereafter DMM) is Avispa Fukuoka Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, Representative Director Takashi Kawamori, hereafter DMM), which operates J League Club Avispa Fukuoka. We are pleased to announce that Avispa Fukuoka) has acquired some of the shares issued through a third-party allotment (as of March 29, 2021).
(Left) Muranaka (DMM.com COO) appointed as Avispa Fukuoka Director (Right) Avispa Fukuoka Kawamori Representative
■ Overview
DMM acquired some shares of Avispa Fukuoka on March 29, 2021. Along with this, Yusuke Muranaka, COO of DMM, became a director of the company, Takayuki Tateishi, CEO of Sint-Truiden VV under the DMM group, served as an executive advisor, and Yu Ogata, an executive officer of DMM, As an advisor, I will participate in the management of Avispa Fukuoka.
In addition, DMM has signed an official sponsorship contract with Avispa Fukuoka since the 2021 season, and as a premium partner, the logo of “DMM Hoken”, which is a service of the DMM group, is posted on the back of the top team official game uniform.
■ What is the Japan-Europe Global Network?
DMM has accumulated world-class know-how in football through the operation and management of Sint-Truiden VV, which is based in Belgium, the center of Europe. Belgium, which is located in the geographical center of Europe, is easily accessible from each country, and the transfer business is so prosperous that it is said to be a showcase of the five major leagues (Premier League, LaLiga,
Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1). I will. Sint-Truiden VV has realized the route development to the top European clubs and the step-up of Japanese players. In addition, we are focusing on the potential of Asian players and incorporating them into our strengthening strategy, such as acquiring players from Vietnam and South Korea. In addition, we are actively appointing Japanese and Asians to the football field and the staff responsible for club management, and are promoting the development of human resources who can play an active role in the European football world.
On the business side, with the cooperation of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and JETRO, we are promoting European ingredients from Japan, and we have signed a partnership with domestic and overseas partner companies to expand the world’s three major music festivals from Belgium, “Tomorrowland” in Japan. We are creating new business opportunities.
A Japanese player who was enrolled in the 2018-19 season and is currently playing in the 5 major European leagues. From the left, Daichi Kamada (currently Frankfurt), Takehiro Tomiyasu (currently Bologna), Wataru Endo (currently Stuttgart) (C) STVV
Japanese players enrolled in the 2020-21 season. From left: Daiki Hashioka, Yuma Suzuki, Schmidt Daniel (C) STVV
DMM is convinced that football club management as a business has infinite potential and value that has not yet materialized. This investment in Avispa Fukuoka is the first step toward promoting a new global network with the participation in management of the J.League club. As a bridge connecting Japanese soccer and the world, we will discover and train players in Japan-Asia-Europe, and in terms of business, we aim to cross-sales Avispa Fukuoka and Sint-Truiden VV and build a network between partner companies of both clubs. By
participating in the management of Avispa Fukuoka, we will accelerate this strategy and continue to promote the international football concept that connects Asia and Japan, and Japan and Europe.
A global network that connects the world with football
■ Background of investment and future prospects
Since the business alliance between clubs in 2019, we have been promoting exchanges with Avispa Fukuoka in various fields. In 2020, Sint-Truiden VV CEO Tateishi was appointed as an advisor to the club, and while the two clubs shared a long-term strategy, both visions matched and the investment was made.
On the sportive side, we plan to support strengthening support utilizing the latest information in Europe centered on Tateishi, and support the development of routes in Europe and Asia. On the business side, we will back up with DMM’s sales force and business development capabilities, such as cross-sales strategy with DMM and Sint-Truiden VV, and cooperation in “strengthening metropolitan area partners” that Avispa Fukuoka advocates in the 2021 season. We will support the further development of Avispa Fukuoka. Since joining the J-League in 1996, Avispa Fukuoka, which has been supported by fans, supporters, the government, and partners as a citizen’s club, can help to leap forward to become a club loved in the region and Asia. We will strive. ■ About Avispa Fukuoka and Sint-Truiden VV
November 2017: DMM acquires control of Sint-Truiden VV
January 2018: Takehiro Tomiyasu (currently Bologna) completely transferred from Avispa Fukuoka to Sint-Truiden VV
July 2019: Avispa Fukuoka and Sint-Truiden VV form a business alliance January 2020: Takayuki Tateishi appointed as advisor to Avispa Fukuoka January 2021: DMM signs official sponsorship contract with Avispa Fukuoka ■ Comment from Yusuke Muranaka, COO of DMM.com and Director of Avispa Fukuoka “I am very honored to be able to participate in the management of a wonderful club called Avispa Fukuoka. DMM has grown by constantly taking on challenges and creating new value. In club management, football and sports are also called. I would like to take on the challenge of increasing the enjoyment of the people involved without being bound by the frame. Together, let’s challenge “from here to the world”.
(Biography)
GK DMM.com COO and GK EXNOA (DMM GAMES) CEO
Born in Tomakomai, Hokkaido in July 1979. Joined DMM.com in 2002. After assuming the post of director in 2011, he launched a wide range of businesses such as amusement business and animation business. Appointed COO in June 2018. Oversees more than 50 businesses. Engaged in management as a director of Sint-Truiden VV.
■ Sint-Truiden VV CEO and Avispa Fukuoka Executive Advisor Takayuki Tateishi Comment
“I’m really happy to be an executive advisor following last season’s advisor. It’s been five years since I returned to J1, but I was able to make a good start, including winning three consecutive official games. It is difficult to go directly to the stadium due to the effects of the new coronavirus infection, but I would like to support from Belgium. I will be working to make a leap forward, so please support me. ”
(Biography)
Born in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture in 1969. Sint-Truiden VV CEO, J-League non-executive director.
Won the 1987 National High School Championship at Nagasaki / Kunimi High School. Played at Tokyo Gas (at that time), Oita Trinita. After retiring, he worked as coach of Oita Trinita and then as FC Tokyo strengthening manager and GM. Currently, he manages the club of Sint-Truiden VV in Belgium.
■ Avispa Fukuoka Co., Ltd. Company Profile
Company name: Avispa Fukuoka Co., Ltd.
Location: 1-2-17, Kashiihamafuto, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka 813-8585 Established: September 1994
Capital: 176.11 million yen
Representative: Takashi Kawamori
HP:
https://www.avispa.co.jp/
■ GK DMM.com Company Profile
Company name: GK DMM.com
Location: Sumitomo Roppongi Grand Tower 24F, 3-2-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-6224
Established: November 17, 1999
Capital: 10 million yen
Representative: Keishi Kameyama
HP:
https://dmm-corp.com/
■ Overview of Sint-Truiden VV (STVV)
A soccer club that belongs to the Belgian Pro League Division 1 founded in 1924. DMM.com, a limited liability company, acquired management rights in November 2017. Former FC Tokyo GM Takayuki Tateishi became CEO in 2018. The five pillars are strengthening top teams, enhancing academies, building new business schemes, expanding stadiums, and introducing IT to innovate. Schmidt Daniel (formerly Vegalta Sendai), Yuma Suzuki (formerly Kashima Antlers), Tatsuya Ito (formerly Hamburger SV), Ko Matsubara (formerly Shimizu S-Pulse), Daiki Hashioka (formerly Urawa Reds) ) Belongs.
The 2020-21 season ended in 12th place with 38 points (10 wins, 8 draws, 16 losses / goals scored-11 / 41 goals, 52 goals).