Sony Europe Appoints New President
The current President of Sony Europe B.V. (SEU), Hideyuki Furumi, will retire from Sony at end of March 2023 for the next chapter of his life. Masashi Takiguchi, current Head of Pan European Home Entertainment & Sound category and concurrent Deputy Head of Pan European Imaging Products & Solutions at SEU, will succeed Furumi as the President of SEU effective 1st April 2023.
Hideyuki Furumi has led Sony Europe as President since April 2019 and during his time he not only strengthened its ET&S (Entertainment, Technology and Services) business but also enhanced the Sony brand in Europe by harnessing Sony Europe’s diverse businesses and corporate functions. Prior to Sony Europe President, he has held a number of global roles across Sales & Marketing, and UX / Product Strategy for multiple consumer product categories.
Masashi Takiguchi joined Sony in 1992 and since then has led a number of global sales and marketing roles including Japan, Europe and US, driving business success through his extensive experience especially in the consumer display products area.
Fumiatsu Hirai, Senior Vice President and Global Sales & Marketing Officer of Sony Corporation, said today: “Europe is one of Sony’s most important markets. With Masashi Takiguchi's broad expertise and strong leadership, Sony Europe will drive further for future growth.” He continued, "I would also like to express my deepest appreciation to Hideyuki Furumi’s invaluable contributions to Sony Europe and to Sony globally, throughout his career”.
Hideyuki Furumi said: "I have been blessed with the opportunity to lead Sony Europe and work with our passionate colleagues across our diverse businesses from consumer electronics and professional solutions to semiconductors and beyond. I will move into the next chapter of my life but will continue to support Sony as one of the brand’s greatest fans."
Commenting on his new appointment, Masashi Takiguchi said: "I am excited to have the opportunity to lead Sony Europe into the next phase of its journey, especially by driving new market creation opportunities in the evolving landscape with the blurring lines between consumer and professional. We will further strive to get closer to our customers by continuing to deliver unparalleled entertainment experiences."