Paul Shippee will become Representative Director and President effective 1 November 2026, while current President Takahashi Tatsuo (高橋 達夫) will leave office on 31 October. Under the new structure, the company plans to strengthen its business base and pursue growth in the Japanese market.
The announcement states that Paul Shippee will become Representative Director and President effective 1 November 2026, while current Representative Director Takahashi Tatsuo (高橋 達夫) is scheduled to leave office on 31 October 2026.
Paul Shippee is described as having more than 25 years of experience in fitness markets across Asia and as having supported the expansion of international brands in Asian markets and business growth.
Under the new structure, the company plans to enhance its products and services and increase corporate value by improving quality and strengthening after-sales service.
Going forward, the company states that it will emphasize trusted relationships with customers and business partners and seek to contribute to sustainable growth in the Japanese market and the development of the industry as a whole.