Upcoming Changes in Executive Leadership
In a recent announcement, the company revealed an important phase in its leadership transition, outlining the upcoming changes that will shape its future trajectory. As previously stated on May 27, 2025, during the communication regarding the transition of the representative director, the company has initiated the process of selecting potential candidates for the next president, marking a crucial step towards establishing a next-generation top management team.
New Leadership Appointments
Following deliberation and advice from the Nomination Advisory Committee, the company's board of directors has announced the selection of Shingo Kameda as the candidate for the next representative director and CEO, alongside Yoshihiro Kimura as the assistant to the CEO. The assistant to the CEO role is designed to provide execution support for the CEO's duties through delegated authority.
The formal election of the new representative director is anticipated to take place at the shareholders' meeting scheduled for November 27, 2025, in compliance with the stipulations of corporate law. Concurrently, discussions surrounding organizational restructuring are underway to enhance the agility of the company, involving the separation of execution and supervision functions, known as the CEO system, as well as the introduction of an Audit and Supervisory Committee system.
Profiles of the New Leaders
Shingo Kameda has held key management roles, having served as the head of the company’s Value Creation Division and as the president of group companies Shibuya Meat Yokocho and Sunrise Japan. His extensive experience, which includes negotiations for bank loans and dealings with major corporations outside of the company, positions him well to drive the company’s enterprise re-creation platform with his passion and coordination skills.
Yoshihiro Kimura, the assistant to the CEO, is well-regarded as an expert in business planning, known for his hit publication _Essence of Business Planning_ published by Central Economic. Leading Pro Finance, he has successfully facilitated partnerships and consulting for numerous large enterprises, showcasing his talent in revitalizing business plans. Kimura will be working closely at the company, regularly attending to co-manage the consulting operations within the value creation division and contributing to the enhancement of corporate value through business plan development and leadership training.
In tandem with this transition, current representative director Shunpei Iwao has stepped down from his executive role effective today, returning his authority while focusing on the practical handover of responsibilities until the end of August 2025. Post this period, he will transition to a role as an outside management advisor.
Addressing Shareholders and Investors
The executive changes aim to address concerns expressed by shareholders and investors regarding the delay in naming the next president. With the new leadership team under Shingo Kameda and Yoshihiro Kimura, the company is dedicated to advancing its operations while embracing the collaborative efforts from its investors and stakeholders.
Rationale for the Transition
Recognized as a vital business challenge, the company viewed the establishment of a next-generation top management team as an imperative. The demands voiced by shareholders and investors for a timely appointment have led the board of directors to expedite the decision-making process for the next representative director, following recommendations from the current directors and the advisory committee.
Transition Procedure
In accordance with the company’s articles of incorporation, the president is to be elected from among the directors. Thus, the existing head of the representative director will initially step into a dual role while gradually delegating his operational authority to the executive officer CEO in advance of the shareholders’ meeting.
Transition Details
- - Date of transition: July 14, 2025
For further details on the professional backgrounds of the new leadership candidates, insights into their achievements, and the expected impacts on the organization, additional information will be provided as the transition date approaches. The company looks forward to a robust future under this new leadership structure, fully committed to meeting and exceeding the expectations of its dedicated investors and partners.