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Sony Corp Appoints Hiroki Totoki As Chief Executive Officer

PUBLIC · SONYJan 29, 2025•over 1 year ago

Position

Chief Strategy Officer

Company

Sony Group

Toshimoto Mitomo

Description

Sony Corp announced the appointment of President Hiroki Totoki as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2025, succeeding Kenichiro Yoshida who will step down as CEO but remain Chairman and a Representative Corporate Executive Officer. The leadership transition was proposed by Yoshida and approved by Sony’s board after a review by the company’s Nominating Committee.

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Company

Sony Group

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Sony Corporation is a multinational conglomerate corporation with its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. It is one of the leading manufacturers of electronic products for the consumer and professional markets. The company's diverse business includes consumer and professional electronics, gaming, entertainment, and financial services.

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