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Medium-Term Management Plan FY2026-FY2028

DL：Medium-Term Management Plan FY2026-FY2028.pdf

President

Hideyuki Hongo is the founder and President of Startia Holdings, Inc., an IT solutions provider with annual sales of approximately ¥22 billion.

Originally from Kumamoto Prefecture, Hongo moved to Tokyo at the age of 18 and began his career in sales. Within just seven years, he rose to become the top-performing salesperson at his company.

At the age of 29, he transitioned into the telecommunications industry and co-founded Telecomnet Co., Ltd. (now Startia Holdings, Inc.) with his colleagues in 1996. The company provides IT and communication consulting services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Mothers market in 2005, and moved to the First Section (now the Prime Market) in 2014.

In May 2025, Startia Holdings completed its medium-term management plan, “NEXT’s 2025,” and has since embarked on a new phase of growth under a renewed strategy. With bold goals of reaching ¥50 billion, ¥70 billion, and ultimately ¥100 billion in revenue, the company is steadily building the foundation to achieve these ambitions.
As AI continues to advance, major changes in societal structure are expected. Leveraging its trusted network with SMEs and practical, on-the-ground expertise, Startia Holdings aims to fulfill its role as a bridge that brings AI to small businesses.

As an entrepreneur, Hongo is also dedicated to contributing to society beyond his own company. In March 2018, he established HOSHINOWA, a public interest incorporated foundation that provides scholarships to students. In September of the same year, he founded the Kumamoto Creation Entrepreneur Network (now the Kumamoto Innovation Base) to support entrepreneurs aiming for IPOs, and continues to teach and mentor young entrepreneurs through this initiative.