VAZ Welcomes New Board Members
On June 24, 2026, VAZ Inc., headquartered in Chuo, Tokyo, held a special shareholders' meeting at which it announced significant updates to its board of directors. Taisuke Ishino has been appointed as a director, while Shin Hayakawa has taken on the role of CFO. This restructuring aims to bolster the company's management and enhance its long-term corporate value.
Taisuke Ishino’s Profile
Taisuke Ishino brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Before joining VAZ, he spent eight years at C Channel, where he served as an executive officer overseeing sales and marketing. His achievements include building sales organizations and driving significant business growth. Ishino was instrumental in launching several new ventures, including SaaS solutions for beauty salons and TikTok commerce.
His tenure also involved establishing alliances with companies in Korea and China, thus facilitating numerous international partnerships. With strengths in corporate sales, business development, influencer marketing, and digital marketing, Ishino joined VAZ in May 2026 and officially became a board member in June of the same year.
Shin Hayakawa’s Profile
Joining Ishino on the board is Shin Hayakawa, who has a diverse background in consulting and auditing, having worked with Asahi Audit Corporation (now known as Azusa Audit Corporation). His expertise lies in finance, accounting, and M&A transactions. Throughout his career, he has held various director roles at companies within the CyberAgent Group and has extensive experience in sales, content, corporate governance, and investments.
Hayakawa also has notable accomplishments in spearheading innovative projects like metaverse initiatives, digital signage, and entertainment technology at Tokyo Communications Group. He assumed the position of Senior Executive Officer and Chief Strategy Officer at Joint PR Inc. on April 1, 2026, and continues to contribute significantly in that capacity.
Company Overview
Company Name: VAZ Inc.
Representative: Tetsuya Tani
Location: 4-2-15 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 2F Tsukamoto Soyama Building
Business Activities: Social media marketing, production content, media platform
Website: https://vaz.co.jp/
As VAZ continues to evolve its leadership team, the company is poised for a future of sustained growth and increased market presence through strategic initiatives and innovative marketing solutions.