Notice Regarding Changes in Representative Directors and Officers

Overview of Changes in Representative Directors and Officers

Effective June 26, 2026, Mr. Shoichi Hirano will assume the position of President and Representative Director, while the current President and Representative Director, Mr. Masaaki Suganuma, is scheduled to become Chairman of the Board. This change aims to strengthen the management structure and accelerate growth strategies with the launch of a new medium-term management plan. Additionally, in the board of directors, Mr. Tatsuaki Segi and Ms. Miyuki Matoba are scheduled to be newly appointed as outside directors, with Mr. Takashi Nawa and Ms. Asako Yamagami scheduled to retire. The newly appointed director candidates will be registered as independent officers with the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Executive Profiles and Future Outlook

Mr. Shoichi Hirano, the new President and Representative Director, has extensive experience in the financial industry over many years and has served as our Executive Vice President since December 2024. Mr. Tatsuaki Segi, a new director candidate, brings abundant experience in corporate management and sustainability promotion from Seiko Epson Corporation. Ms. Miyuki Matoba, also a new director candidate, leverages her expertise as a lawyer and has served as an outside director for multiple companies. These appointments are positioned as part of strengthening management to enhance corporate value.