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SMS appoints new president, Natsuki Goto to retire

October 9, 2025 at 07:10 AM UTCBy FilingReader AI

SMS Co., Ltd. announced on October 9, 2025, that Masato Takahata will assume the role of representative director and president, effective January 1, 2026. Current representative director and president, Natsuki Goto, will transition to a director role and is expected to retire from the board of directors at the general meeting of shareholders in June 2026. Takahata, who joined SMS in 2013, has a strong track record, including serving as cfo and ceo of the company's MIMS Group, spearheading its growth in overseas markets.

Natsuki Goto, who has led SMS since April 2014, significantly grew the company during his tenure. Under his leadership, net sales for the fiscal year ending March 2025 are projected to be approximately five times higher than when he took office, with basic earnings per share more than quadrupling. This leadership transition aims to accelerate sustainable growth and enhance corporate value.

The company, known for its diverse services in healthcare, nursing care, and senior life, has achieved 21 consecutive years of revenue growth since its founding. The new leadership is tasked with further expanding existing businesses and developing new ventures to continue its mission of contributing to society through information infrastructure for an aging population.

This report was generated by FilingReader's AI system from regulatory filings and company disclosures. To request a correction, contact editorial@filingreader.com

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