TOKYO, Japan - Dec. 8, 2008 - – Michael Alfant has again been elected as a leader of the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ) and will serve as Vice President in 2009 and 2010. Michael brings over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience in Japan and the technology industry as he prepares to serve the diverse membership and interests of the ACCJ member companies.

Michael has lived in Japan for 20 years, and is the President and CEO of Fusion Systems, a leading IT solutions and services firm that serves multinational and domestic customers in finance, insurance, manufacturing, media & communication, transportation and retail industries. Michael earned a BS from City University of New York in Computer Science. In 2005 he founded Fusion Systems Group and set up offices in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Tokyo.

“I am honored to be selected to serve as vice president of the ACCJ for a second term. This will be an important year in the Chamber and I look forward to working with the new president and the ACCJ leadership team to continue the Chamber’s past successes and effectively support and promote the overall relationship between the U.S and Japan.”br />

Michael also serves on the Board of Directors of public firms On2 Technologies, Inc. (AMEX: ONT) and Cybird, as well as a number of private technology firms. He also maintains a close liaison with the Japan and American governments and periodically entertains U.S. business leaders interested in exploring opportunities in Japan. He is also a frequent speaker at major Universities in the US, Japan and within Asia.

About Fusion Systems

Fusion Systems is a leading IT solutions provider and software development company, specializing in time-sensitive and mission-critical solutions for a wide range of industries. With offices in Tokyo, Shanghai and Hong Kong Fusion is conveniently located in the heart of Asia’s key business districts, thus meeting the immediate needs of our clients. The Fusion Systems offices are staffed with seasoned consultants and systems specialists. The company is always well positioned for rapid deployment to local customers with global business requirements.

Fusion Systems is an exceptionally agile and flexible IT partner. Based on our depth of forward-deployed resources, we can field complete IT project teams or place skilled individuals to augment your project requirements quickly. Fusion Systems consultants have deep industry experience that crosses many vertical markets including capital finance, insurance, automotive, manufacturing, multimedia and logistics.

Fusion Systems have been instrumental in delivering challenging projects for many of the most sophisticated and demanding clients in the world, including companies such as Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, Hartford, Shanghai Volkswagen, Mitsubishi-Fusso and Fujitsu.

Fusion Systems consultants have an established record of delivering successful results in Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, London, and Zurich.

For more information:

http://www.fusionsystems.org/

Media Contacts:
Fusion Systems Co., Ltd.
Raymond F. Ribble
ribble.ray@fusionsystems.co.jp
+81 3 3505 2880

About the ACCJ

The American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ) was established in 1948 by representatives of 40 American companies and has grown into one of the most influential business organizations in Japan.

Consisting mainly of executives from American companies, currently the ACCJ has members representing 1,400 companies with offices in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. Working closely with the governments of the United States and Japan, business organizations, and others, the ACCJ promotes activities that help achieve its mission of further developing commerce between the United States and Japan, promoting the interests of U.S. companies and members, and improving the international business environment in Japan.

Over 60 committees representing various industries play the ACCJ’s central role in making policy recommendations through advocacy tools such as the Business White Paper and holding over 500 events and seminars annually on public policy and economic trends. The ACCJ is also committed to promoting charitable events and other CSR activities.

ACCJ PRESS CONTACT: Media Relations Officer, Mina Takahashi (phone: 3433-6542; email: mtakahashi@acj.or.jp).