Rakuten Optimism: The Inside Scoop

Rakuten Optimism: The Inside Scoop

May 22, 2026 · 26 min

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Dustin Howes and Amanda Karr recap their experience at Rakuten Optimism, discussing networking, hospitality, and frustrations with the Rakuten–Impact Strategic Alliance.

Rakuten Optimism Review + What We Learned (and Didn’t) About the Rakuten Impact Strategic Alliance Dustin Howes and Amanda Karr recap their experience at Rakuten Optimism, highlighting the event’s strong networking, centralized venue, smooth meeting scheduling, great hospitality, and standout social events like the 1920s party and pickleball tournament. They also discuss frustrations around the Rakuten–Impact Strategic Alliance, including vague keynote messaging, conflicting transition timel...

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