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Kaonavi Strengthens Growth Strategy with New Leadership

In a significant move to bolster its growth strategy, Kaonavi, a pioneering talent management company, has appointed Tomoharu Furuichi, the CEO of IG Securities, as an external director. This appointment is aimed at reinforcing the company’s new vision and structural changes in response to the evolving landscape of talent management driven by technological advancements.

Vision for the Future

Kaonavi operates under a compelling purpose: to integrate technology into the work environment and transform societal frameworks through individual empowerment. As AI continues to redefine possibilities within the human resources sector, Kaonavi has laid out a robust growth strategy encapsulated in its new vision: "Talent Intelligence." This vision focuses on leveraging data and AI to maximize individual potential, requiring a strong management structure to support the evolution into a prominent platform provider.

Furuichi’s Extensive Background

The newly appointed external director, Tomoharu Furuichi, carries an impressive portfolio of experience. He graduated from the University of Tokyo with a degree in law and obtained an MBA from the University of Chicago. Showcasing his expertise, Furuichi has previously achieved record performance levels while holding executive roles in both Japanese and foreign companies, enriching him with profound insights into corporate management.

In joining Kaonavi’s board, Furuichi will lend his considerable expertise to the development of the company's new business model, dubbed the "Infinite Model," and assist in providing new value through AI innovations. His leadership is expected to drive the company towards realizing its ambitious plans in the rapidly changing market.

Profile of Tomoharu Furuichi

Furuichi's career trajectory illustrates his capabilities and achievements:

• - April 1990: Joined McKinsey & Company Japan
• - April 2002: Joined Intelligence, Inc. as Senior Executive Officer and later as Executive Officer
• - July 2008: Joined AlixPartners Asia LLC
• - June 2011: Joined Samantha Thavasa Japan Limited as Executive Officer and Director
• - February 2017: Became CEO of Gilt Group
• - April 2019: Current role as CEO of IG Securities

About Kaonavi

Kaonavi is recognized as a leader in the talent management systems sector, committed to implementing technology to appreciate the individuality and skills of each employee. The company aspires to cultivate a society where careers can be autonomously managed and diverse working styles are supported.

Headquarters: Shibuya Scramble Square 38F, 2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Founded: May 27, 2008
CEO: Hironyuki Sato

In pursuit of its goals, Kaonavi is dedicated to developing, selling, and supporting talent management systems, including its flagship product ‘Kaonavi’ and performance management system ‘Yojitsutics.’

For more information, visit Kaonavi’s official website.