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Timely Strengthens Leadership with New Executive Appointments

Timely Corporation, located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, is excited to announce significant changes in its management team, effective May 1, 2026. This includes the appointment of a new Senior Executive Officer and two Executive Officers. These strategic moves reflect Timely's commitment to enhancing its service capabilities and responding effectively to shifts in the labor market.

Introduction of New Leadership

Timely's new management structure is designed to leverage the extensive industry experience of its leaders.

Tomoyuki Shindo - Senior Executive Officer, Logistics & Manufacturing Division

Background:
Tomoyuki Shindo joins Timely after a distinguished career in logistics and supply chain management. He began his career at Yamato Transport, eventually taking on the role of Corporate Branch Manager. In 2007, he transitioned to IBM Japan, where he focused on business strategy and operational reforms within the transportation and logistics sectors. Later, he led the logistics network's long-term strategies at Amazon Japan before overseeing innovative concepts in online shopping at AEON Next. Shindo was also the CEO of Merlogi at Mercari, managing key logistics operations.

Comment:
Shindo emphasizes the unique opportunity that Timely has in addressing unutilized time within society. He believes that few companies globally can convert this dormant time into valuable experiences. His vision is to cultivate Timely into an essential part of the working landscape, supporting a sustainable workforce ecosystem that genuinely serves social needs.

Ryosuke Saito - Executive Officer (CMO)

Background:
Ryosuke Saito has an impressive record in marketing, having started his career at P&G before moving to Singapore for nine years. He later worked with McKinsey and Intel, contributing to numerous strategic projects. His work with Riot Games on the Japanese release of games and the establishment of Japan's first professional esports league highlights his dynamic experience. Saito has also held executive-level marketing positions at DeNA and SmartNews.

Comment:
As the new CMO, Saito expresses his profound honor in joining Timely at a pivotal moment. He aims to amplify Timely's impact through deeper customer understanding and the sharing of his diverse experience with younger team members, fostering the next generation of leaders.

Kana Nishikawa - Executive Officer, Public Policy

Background:
Having joined the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in 2005, Kana Nishikawa has spent nearly 18 years shaping policies related to labor standards and health insurance. Her roles have included significant projects, such as coordinating discussions on labor safety and national employment strategies. Nishikawa joined Timely in September 2023 as the Public Policy Director before assuming her current role.

Comment:
Nishikawa asserts the importance of harmonizing spot work with legal frameworks to foster a trusted work culture. She emphasizes the necessity of building robust relations with various stakeholders to ensure that Timely solidifies its reputation as a reliable entity in the evolving job market.

About Timely

Timely aims to revolutionize the way people work by matching those who want to work with businesses that need them. With a tagline that translates to “Adding Color to Work,” Timely allows workers to engage in jobs without the need for resumes or interviews, and they can receive payments immediately after completing assignments. For businesses, it enables efficient hiring based on specific skills and availability, ensuring a seamless connection through an automated system. Timely strives for a barrier-free work society, empowering individuals in various phases of life to find their own meaningful work opportunities.

Company Overview

• - Founded: August 2017
• - CEO: Ryo Ogawa
• - Location: 35th Floor, Shiodome City Center, 1-5-2 Higashi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
• - Stock Code: 215A
• - Website: Timely Corporation
• - Lab: Timely Lab
• - Spot Work Research Institute: Spot Work Institute