Star Micronics is expected to appoint Sato Seigo (佐藤誠悟) as President and CEO. The appointment is scheduled for 1 January 2027, while current President Sato Mamoru (佐藤衛) will remain a director.
Sato Seigo (佐藤誠悟) is expected to be appointed President and CEO of Star Micronics. Contrary to reports that he was born in the 1980s, he is currently said to be 45 years old.
Sato Seigo (佐藤誠悟) joined Star Micronics after graduating from Aoyama Gakuin University's School of International Politics, Economics and Communication in 2003. His career since 2004 includes positions such as managing director, and in 2024 he became a director and senior executive officer.
He is scheduled to become President and CEO on 1 January 2027, while current President Sato Mamoru (佐藤衛) is said to remain a director.
He is from Shizuoka Prefecture, and his corporate career and age indicate that generational change in the company's succession structure is progressing.
The article was reported as a print-edition article, with further official announcements and company personnel disclosures expected to follow.