As the pandemic has exposed many underlying social issues, Japanese firms are under pressure to change. While innovation-driven DX is expected to be the key to unlock the future and full-scale investment is accelerating, skilled human resources are in short supply. In order for a company to grow, it is critical to secure and develop a diverse workforce and create an environment in which each employee can maximize his or her personal strengths. This session will highlight the importance of flexible work styles based on her own experience of leaving work to care for family, and will present a system to create a culture that encourages employees to continuously learn and challenge themselves by supporting innovation and growth, and to enable them to build careers autonomously.