Synology Japan Welcomes Motoharu Kamiya as New President
On June 20, 2025, Synology, a leader in data management solutions, announced the appointment of Motoharu Kamiya as its new President and CEO of Synology Japan. This decision comes at a pivotal time for the company as it seeks to enhance its market presence and strategic partnerships in Japan.
Philip Wong, Chairman of Synology, expressed excitement about Kamiya's leadership, stating, "We are pleased to welcome Mr. Motoharu Kamiya during this critical period. His extensive experience and visionary leadership align perfectly with our goal of strengthening Synology’s presence in Japan and developing our partnerships further. We look forward to ongoing excellence and innovation under his guidance."
Kamiya succeeds Mike Chen in this role, who has taken on new responsibilities at Synology Inc. In his position, Kamiya aims to bolster efforts in sales, marketing, and customer service, while also focusing on identifying and cultivating business opportunities in emerging growth sectors, and increasing brand recognition within Japan.
Reflecting on his new appointment, Kamiya expressed gratitude to everyone who has supported him, saying, "I sincerely thank those who have supported me in taking on the role of President of Synology Japan. The demand for enterprise data management in the Japanese market is steadily increasing. Moving forward, we will more strongly deploy Synology's technological capabilities and innovations in the enterprise market for storage and surveillance solutions in Japan."
Kamiya emphasized the importance of creating a workplace environment that encourages growth and shared success, stating: "It’s vital for our employees, partners, and end-users to have what we call a 'Great Place to Work'. We treasure an environment where we can grow together and share the results. Through collaboration, we aim to deliver productivity, efficiency, and profitability to our customers in Japan through our products and solutions. I look forward to moving to the next stage with all of you."
As a subsidiary of Synology Inc., Synology Japan is at the forefront of data management, constantly innovating and adopting evolving technologies to propose new possibilities. Beyond just data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure solutions, the company operates with a unified goal of promoting digitalization across businesses worldwide while simplifying IT management.
With Kamiya at the helm, Synology Japan is expected to further solidify its position in the market and continue its trajectory of growth and innovation in the fast-paced technology landscape.
In summary, the leadership change at Synology Japan marks a significant step in the company’s journey towards enhancing its presence and driving digital transformation across various sectors in Japan's thriving market. Under Motoharu Kamiya's leadership, stakeholders can anticipate a renewed focus on excellence and a commitment to delivering exceptional solutions that meet the unique needs of Japanese customers.