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Shigeto Otsuki and Tetsuo Kobayashi have indicated their intention to retire. Mr. Berger brings extensive experience in global human resources reform and organizational development, while Mr. Shang has a wealth of achievements across various divisions centered on manufacturing and supply chain.\n\n### Impact and Expectations on Management Strategy\nThe newly appointed executive officers will play key roles in driving the global integration of HR and cultural transformation, as well as improving efficiency in manufacturing and supply chain, positioning Olympus for its next stage of growth. In particular, Simone is expected to grow HR as a business partner, and David is anticipated to lead the standardization and automation of operations, contributing to sustainable growth.","jir_financial_highlights":"Number of shares held (Simone Berger): 0 shares (Unknown)\nNumber of shares held (David Shang): 0 shares (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#OlympusCorporation, #executive_change, #JapaneseStocks","jir_key_figures":"New Chief Human Resources Officer: Simone Berger (scheduled to assume office on April 1, 2026)\nNew Chief Manufacturing and Supply Officer: David Shang (scheduled to assume office on April 1, 2026)\nRetiring Executive Officers: Shigeto Otsuki (CHRO), Tetsuo Kobayashi (CMSO)","jir_meta_title":"Olympus Announces Executive Officer Changes Effective April 2026 \u2013 New CHRO and CMSO Appointed","jir_meta_description":"Olympus Corporation appoints new Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief Manufacturing and Supply Officer effective April 1, 2026, strengthening organizational capabilities for the next stage of its management strategy.","jir_og_title":"Olympus Announces Executive Officer Changes (Effective April 1, 2026)","jir_og_description":"Olympus Corporation announces changes to executive officers. 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