Who is moving to which position
Resolved 29 June 2026Incoming appointee
1 itemTo position data analysis and operational efficiency improvements using AI and other advanced technologies (AX = AI transformation) as important management priorities, and establish a structure for consistently directing and advancing the Group-wide AI and data strategies from the highest level of management.
Establishment of a new CAIO (Chief AI Officer) position
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Resolution date | 29 June 2026 |
| Scheduled Appointment Date | 29 June 2026 |
| Name of appointee | Kanakura Ryota (鹿倉 良太) |
| Appointee's new position | Director and CAIO (Chief AI Officer) |
| Appointee's previous position | Joined the Company in May 2024. Immediately prior position: Director of 株式会社下鴨茶寮 (incumbent) |
| Appointee's date of birth | 15 December 1978 |
| Year the appointee joined the Company | 2024 |
| Reason for change | To position data analysis and operational efficiency improvements using AI and other advanced technologies (AX = AI transformation) as important management priorities, and establish a structure for consistently directing and advancing the Group-wide AI and data strategies from the highest level of management. |
| Details of organizational changes | Establishment of a new CAIO (Chief AI Officer) position |
| Subject to Approval by the General Meeting of Shareholders | Kanakura Ryota (鹿倉 良太) was elected as a new director at the 19th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders held on 29 June 2026. At the Board of Directors meeting held after the general meeting, the appointment as CAIO effective the same date was approved. |
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