Suzuki Motor Corporation has made several important appointments during its 157th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders. The meeting served as an occasion to announce the members of the Board of Directors, followed by the appointment of Representative Directors and Directors with special titles at a subsequent Board of Directors Meeting. Let’s take a closer look at these appointments.
The Board of Directors will consist of eight members, each playing a crucial role in the company’s leadership and decision-making processes. Toshihiro Suzuki, already holding the position of Representative Director, President, and Chairman of the Board of Directors, will continue in these roles. Additionally, Naomi Ishii has been newly appointed as a Representative Director and Executive Vice President.
Other individuals appointed to the Board of Directors include Masahiko Nagao, who will serve as a Director and Senior Managing Officer, as well as Toshiaki Suzuki and Kinji Saito, both taking on the roles of Director and Senior Managing Officer. Furthermore, Hideaki Domichi, Shun Egusa, and Naoko Takahashi, all designated as Directors, join the board as Outside Directors.
In regards to retiring Directors, Suzuki Motor Corporation bids farewell to two valued members. Osamu Honda, upon his retirement, will transition to the role of Councilor on a part-time basis. Meanwhile, Yukihiro Yamashita, after stepping down from his Director position, will continue serving as a Senior Managing Officer based in Maruti Suzuki India Limited and as the Chairman of Suzuki R&D Center India Private Limited.
It is worth mentioning that the information provided regarding these appointments is based on the official notice from Suzuki Motor Corporation. These changes in the Board of Directors reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to effective governance and strategic leadership in the automotive industry.