Epson Ushers in a New Leadership Era
Seiko Epson Corporation recently revealed a significant shift in its leadership, with a newly appointed president set to take the helm effective from April 1, 2025.
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| Yasunori Ogawa (left), Chairman and Director, Seiko Epson Corporation and Junkichi Yoshida (right), President and Representative Director, Chief Executive Officer, Seiko Epson Corporation. |
Leadership Transition Details
Yasunori Ogawa will make the shift from his current role as President and Representative Director, Chief Executive Officer to the position of Chairman and Director. On the other hand, Junkichi Yoshida, currently serving as Director, Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer, Printing Solutions Division, will step into the role of President and Representative Director, Chief Executive Officer.
Introducing the New President
Born on September 27, 1964, in Tokyo, Japan, Junkichi Yoshida is a graduate from the Faculty of Economics, Keio University. Having joined Seiko Epson Corporation in April 1988, Yoshida has held various strategic and administrative roles within the company. His career path includes serving as the General Manager of the Printer Strategic Planning Department since April 2012 and the Deputy General Administrative Manager of the DX Division since April 2019. He was appointed Executive Officer in June 2020 and Deputy Chief Operating Officer of the Printing Solutions Operations Division in October 2020. In April 2021, Yoshida took on the role of Chief Operating Officer of the Printing Solutions Division and was appointed to the Director's position in June 2024. Come April 2025, he will assume the role of President and Representative Director, Chief Executive Officer. As of December 31, 2024, Yoshida holds 14,500 Epson shares.
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The Rationale Behind the Shift
Epson is committed to its Epson 25 Renewed corporate vision, which underscores its aspiration for sustainability and community enrichment. The company prides itself on addressing societal issues through its business practices, emphasizing efficient, compact, and precise innovation.
The fiscal year 2025, marking the conclusion of Epson 25 Renewed, is a pivotal period for Epson as it finalizes its forthcoming strategic corporate vision to propel future growth. It is crucial for Epson to execute its plans for the next generation and rapidly develop ground-breaking products and supporting technologies in growth and new areas.
This strategic leadership transition, which was carefully deliberated by the Director Nomination Committee and resolved by the Board of Directors, aims to expedite the establishment of a robust management foundation. Under the new leadership, the team will be responsible for everything from formulating the next corporate vision to executing the strategies therein, thereby enhancing the company's corporate value.
The new leadership appointment is set to take effect from April 1, 2025.