A Conversation with Tom Byer, Global Soccer Thought Leader, Innovator, Entrepreneur, Professional Athlete, and T3 Founder and President

A Conversation with Tom Byer, limited to 10 seats!

What does it take to reshape the sporting culture of a nation? How does an American become a professional soccer player in Japan? What does it take to build a soccer academy spanning hundreds of schools, with coaches and staff across Japan and beyond? How do you nurture world-class athletes—including the captain of Japan’s national soccer team—from childhood, while ensuring the game remains joyful for countless kids?

And what does cutting-edge neuroscience reveal about the benefits of learning soccer at a young age—not only for developing elite athletic skills, but also for strengthening abilities in math, science, music, and the arts? Should sports be treated as a mere extracurricular activity, or as a central pillar of childhood education?

If you’re curious about these questions and more, join us for a conversation with Tom Byer—Japan-based author, entrepreneur, former professional athlete, and globally recognized expert in soccer and education.

Independent Business Committee Co-Chair Steven Bleistein will lead the discussion and open the floor for audience questions. No slides. No speeches. No presentations. Just a dynamic and thought-provoking conversation.

Contact:

reservation(@)ccifj.or.jp

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