July 2, 2026

To all the press

GMO TECH, Inc.

GMO TECH learns from the success stories of 10 companies that increased store visits.
Free store customer acquisition conference to be held.
~An expert company explains AI-era store customer acquisition methods that combine search, reviews, social media, and advertising~

　GMO TECH, Inc. (President and CEO: Ryoichi Suzuki, hereinafter referred to as GMO TECH), a member of the GMO Internet Group, will hold an online conference titled "Winning Patterns for Chosen Stores: A Thorough Analysis of the Initiatives and Success Stories of 10 Companies That Increased Store Visits" on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The conference is aimed at companies, store operators, and marketing personnel facing challenges in attracting customers to their stores. Participation is free, but pre-registration is required.
　This conference will feature presentations from expert companies in various areas related to attracting customers to physical stores, including map search, AI search, customer reviews, social media, short videos, landing page optimization, and advertising. Based on case studies that have led to increased store visits, they will explain the concepts and practical points for linking multiple touchpoints to drive store visits.

[Background of the event]
　The environment surrounding attracting customers to stores is changing dramatically. Users now compare and consider stores by crossing multiple sources of information, such as search engines, map services, word-of-mouth, social media, and advertisements, before visiting.
　On the other hand, simply implementing individual measures such as advertising, social media management, word-of-mouth marketing, and map search optimization may not adequately design a user journey that guides them from discovering a store, comparing options, and deciding to visit.
　Based on these challenges, this conference will introduce the initiatives of 10 companies that have led to increased customer traffic. We will explain the prioritization of store customer acquisition measures and the approach to coordinating each measure in a way that can be applied to practical business operations.

[Event summary]

【Program】
　At this conference, expert companies from various fields related to attracting customers to stores will take the stage and share key points for designing strategies that drive store visits, based on real-world case studies.

[GMO TECH's presentation content]
■ Theme
MEO^(*)This is the customer acquisition infrastructure for the AI ​​era.
~Prepare the foundation for Google Maps x AI recommendations before spending on advertising~

(*Note) MEO (Map Engine Optimization): This refers to measures taken to make it easier for people to find stores and facilities using map searches such as Google Maps.

■ Overview
　The entry points for store searches have expanded beyond Google Maps to include AI search engines such as ChatGPT and Gemini. In this environment, accurately organizing store information and continuously accumulating customer reviews are crucial factors in being chosen by consumers.
　In this session, we will view MEO not just as "measures to get found on Google Maps," but as a foundation for creating store information that is valued by AI search, and we will provide practical explanations of information architecture and key points for acquiring customer reviews.

■Speaker Profile

GMO TECH, Inc.
General Manager, Sales Department II, Product Marketing Division
Yuta Otsuka

　I joined GMO Internet, Inc. (now GMO Internet Group, Inc.) as a new graduate and worked in the SEO business. After that, I worked as a manager in the ad network business and as a director in the advertising agency business at VOYAGE GROUP, Inc. (now CARTA HOLDINGS, Inc.) before joining GMO TECH, Inc. Currently, I am mainly in charge of supporting customer acquisition through MEO tools for multi-store businesses.

[About GMO TECH]

　GMO TECH, Inc. is a technology company that leverages AI and SaaS to support businesses in achieving sales growth and improving operational efficiency.
　In addition to developing customer acquisition support businesses in the SEO, MEO, and AI marketing fields, including the store customer acquisition DX SaaS "MEO Dash! byGMO," we also provide operational efficiency support through the real estate DX SaaS "GMO Rental DX," and operate affiliate advertising, internet media, and payment services businesses.
　Leveraging our unique AI technology and in-house developed products, we are promoting the creation of systems that enable AI to continuously deliver value in business operations, supporting companies' digital transformation and sustainable growth.

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[Press inquiries]
GMO TECH Holdings, Inc.
　Public Relations Department Kobayashi
　TEL:03-5489-6370 FAX:03-5489-6371
　E-mail: hd-press@hd.gmotech.jp

[Contact information regarding services]
GMO TECH, Inc.
　Product Marketing Division, Sales Department
　TEL: 03-4405-0939 (direct) FAX: 03-5489-6371
　E-mail: pm-marketing@gmotech.jp

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