AUGUST 21, 7:00–9:00 PM
Meeting Point - Week 1
First Street Center: 1730 N 1st St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Meeting Point - Week 2
PlayStation HQ San Mateo: 2207 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA 94404, USA
TONER | TOKYO, JAPAN
Meeting Point - Week 1
First Street Center: 1730 N 1st St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Meeting Point - Week 2
PlayStation HQ San Mateo: 2207 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA 94404, USA
NOBLECAMPS COMMUNITY EVENT
Friday Summer Party
The Friday Summer Party took place on August 21, 2026, at TONER in Tokyo, bringing together members of the NobleCamps community and new connections for an evening of conversation, food, and drinks.
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See Highlights from the Friday Summer Party
Our Friday Summer Party brought together members of the NobleCamps community and new connections at TONER in Tokyo for an evening of conversation, food, and drinks.
Photos and highlights from the event are now available on our blog.
A Summer Evening to Connect
The Friday Summer Party brought together members of the NobleCamps community, including people who have supported, collaborated with, and been part of our journey, while also welcoming new connections.
Held at TONER in Tokyo, the evening offered a relaxed setting for conversation, food, and drinks, with no formal presentations or fixed agenda — simply an opportunity to connect and enjoy the evening together.
The Experience
Hear insights from an invited speaker working in the field.
Our facilitators, hosts, and delegates form an international network of thinkers and builders. Together, we elevate each experience into a shared journey of discovery.
Ask questions and explore the topic through open discussion.
We meet on the ground - in the places innovation happens. Our camps take place inside companies, R&D centers, labs, universities and startups.
Meet professionals in a relaxed and thoughtful event setting.
Delegates work in teams on real-world challenges and deliver practical, high-stakes outcomes - not theoretical assignments.
Enjoy coffee, snacks and light refreshments during the session.
Our programs are curated by industry experts, not textbook writers. What we teach is what we use.
Learn how AI and GEO are changing the way brands get found.
Every camp is invitation-only or client-driven. We work with organizations and individuals ready to take bold steps forward.
Topic: AI and Marketing
Generative AI is changing how audiences find information, evaluate brands and make decisions. As AI-generated answers increasingly influence discovery, traditional SEO alone is no longer enough.
In this session, we will explore the rise of Generative Engine Optimization, what it means for brand visibility and lead generation, and practical ways organizations can strengthen their authority with international audiences in Japan and beyond.
THE VENUE
An Evening at TONER
Located along the Meguro River in Nishigotanda, TONER is a café and collective space where food, drinks, music, events, and creative communities come together. With its contemporary design and relaxed atmosphere, it offers a welcoming setting for conversation, new connections, and an enjoyable summer evening with the NobleCamps community.
The Speaker
Edvard Vondra
Managing Director, MEDIA DIVISION @Custom Media
Edvard Vondra is Managing Director of the Media Division at Custom Media in Tokyo, where he leads a portfolio of English-language platforms including GoConnect.jp, INTOUCH Magazine and Japan Luxury Lifestyle.
He brings deep expertise in Generative Engine Optimization, content marketing, lead generation and strategic media partnerships. His work helps premium brands, real estate developers, international schools and luxury businesses reach high-intent international audiences in Japan.
Drawing on hands-on experience at the intersection of content strategy, media and emerging search behavior, Edvard offers a practical perspective on how organizations can build authority, improve visibility and generate meaningful business outcomes in an AI-driven landscape.