Discussion Continues at Olympic Webinar 2: Exploring the Impact of the Games on Local Regions
Headline: Collaborative Effort of John Harper and Hidemasa Nakamura: A Unyielding Bond Amidst Tumultuous Times
Subheadline: The COO of LA28 and GDO of the Tokyo Organizing Committee join forces for the 2021 Olympics, creating a Gold Standard of global collaboration and resilience.
John Harper, COO of LA28, and Hidemasa Nakamura, GDO of the Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games engage in a dialog moderated by Renata Simril, CEO of the LA84 Foundation, to weave an engaging narrative about how planners work together across geographies to deliver an exceptional Games experience to athletes and fans alike.
The unexpected delay of Tokyo Games to 2021 granted its organizers more time to focus on various planning scenarios, keeping the power and unity of the Games at the forefront. Putting a lasting legacy of Games in LA in both 32 and 84 to the test, LA28 is taking strides to elevate that storied legacy further as part of their ongoing planning efforts.
This second installment of the webinar series, "Why Resilience Matters: How Adversity Molds Us," delves into the latest news concerning the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020. This informative event is presented jointly by our esteemed website Los Angeles, the Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles, and the Japan America Society of Southern California.
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Recording Access
Catch the recording on the official Los Angeles YouTube Channel or within this event page.
Speaker Profiles 🔥
- John Harper, Chief Operating Officer, LA28 🏆🏳️🌈
- Hidemasa Nakamura, GDO (Games Delivery Officer) / Executive Director of Sports, The Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games 🇯🇵💎
- Renata Simril, President & CEO, LA84 Foundation
Moderator Profile 💬
Renata Simril is the visionary force behind the LA84 Foundation, formed in 1985, originally as the Amateur Athletic Foundation.
Previous Webcast 💪
Facing Setbacks Like a Champion: Join three top-tier athletes as they share hard-earned tips on perseverance and how to emerge stronger even during adversity. Featured speakers include Apolo Ohno, the 8-medal winning Olympian.
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- With a shared focus on design and art, John Harper and Hidemasa Nakamura, in partnership with the LA84 Foundation, plan to organize community events that will highlight the resilience of the Olympic and Paralympic Games during these challenging times.
- In the spirit of education and collaboration, Harper and Nakamura, while discussing sports and their shared vision, aim to create an inspiring legacy that mirrors the gold standard set by the 1984 and 2021 Los Angeles Games.
- Desiring to provide an enriching experience for all, these esteemed organizers envision tea gatherings, as part of their community programs, bringing people together to share stories and foster unity before grand sports events.
