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NERON Welcomes Takashi Kanno as New External Director

NERON, a company dedicated to gut microbiome research and business development based in Shibuya, Tokyo, announces the appointment of Takashi Kanno as an external director effective September 1, 2025. This decision aims to strengthen corporate governance and propel the company's medium- to long-term growth strategies.

Background of the Appointment

As NERON accelerates its research, development, and commercialization efforts, it has also initiated discussions on capital policies, mergers and acquisitions, and partnerships. To bring diverse decision-making and objectivity to the board, Kanno's extensive experience across various industries—including strategic consulting, finance, telecommunications, IT, e-commerce, and logistics—will be essential.

Goals of Kanno’s Involvement

Here’s how Kanno plans to contribute to NERON’s growth:

1. Strengthening Governance: Enhancing board functionality, developing internal controls and disclosure systems, and formulating capital policies.
2. Implementing Growth Strategies: Designing medium- to long-term roadmaps and KPIs, refining decision-making processes, and constructing a scalable management foundation.
3. Promoting Business Development: Supporting cross-industry collaboration and negotiations, implementing scaling strategies for both B2B and B2C markets, and assisting with digital initiatives.

Profile of Takashi Kanno

Takashi Kanno, aged 66, holds a law degree from the University of Tokyo (1983) and an MBA from Yale University (1991). His significant career achievements include:

• - 1983: Joined McKinsey & Company
• - 1991: Entered Sumitomo Trust Bank, now known as Mitsui Sumitomo Trust Bank.
• - 1996: Worked at CSK Venture Capital.
• - 1999: Became a member of NTT DoCoMo.
• - 2003: Joined Microsoft Corporation.
• - 2004: Became a director at Carview Corporation.
• - 2006: Entered HIKARI Group, known as Temairazu today.
• - 2017: Joined Waseda Frontier Mind.
• - 2019: Appointed as an external director at Signed Co., Ltd. (current position).
• - 2025: Will join NERON as external director.

In his upcoming role at NERON, Kanno aims to:

• - Support the formulation of growth strategies and roadmaps.
• - Enhance governance and internal control systems.
• - Help facilitate business development and collaboration across industries.

Kanno's Vision for NERON

In a statement regarding his new role, Kanno expressed his enthusiasm for joining NERON, stating, “I aim to leverage my expertise in strategy, finance, and business development across diverse industries to enhance governance and implement effective growth strategies. My goal is to contribute to increasing the corporate value of NERON and maximizing its social impact.”

About NERON

NERON’s vision is to create a future where everyone can live healthily and rich lives with peace of mind. The company focuses on developing innovative Mental Well-being products utilizing gut microbiomes, contributing to mental and physical health and the realization of a long-living society.

Company Information:

• - Name: NERON Co., Ltd.
• - Location: Shibuya, Tokyo
• - CEO: Kyohisa Nagasaki
• - Business: Research and development, manufacture, and sale of products utilizing gut microbiomes.
• - Website: neron.jp

Contact Information

For queries, please reach out to NERON's public relations team via the contact form: neron.jp (Please provide your media name, purpose, and contact details).