Makoto Takashima

Director

Outside Director

Makoto Takashima

Profile

Apr. 1982 Joined Sumitomo Bank, Limited
Apr. 2012 Managing Executive Officer, Head of Americas Division, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)
Apr. 2014 Senior Managing Executive Officer, Co-Head of International Banking Unit (Europe, Americas), SMBC
Apr. 2015 Senior Managing Executive Officer, Co-Head of International Banking Unit (Europe, Middle East and Africa, Americas), SMBC
Dec. 2016 Director and Senior Managing Executive Officer, Co-Head of International Banking Unit (Europe, Middle East and Africa, Americas), SMBC
Apr. 2017 President and Chief Executive Officer, SMBC
Jun. 2017 President and Chief Executive Officer, SMBC;
Director, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG)
Apr. 2023 Chairman of the Board, SMBC; Director, SMFG
Jun. 2023 Chairman of the Board, SMBC (current)
Mar. 2024 Director, the Company (current)

Other material position(s)

Chairman of the Board, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation

Reasons for the appointment

Mr. Takashima has extensive experience in global corporate management, having worked in international operations and corporate planning at a major global financial institution for many years. He later served as an executive in a rapidly evolving global financial industry, demonstrating strong leadership in adapting to change.
At Kao’s Board meetings, he has actively contributed by providing insights and recommendations on key areas such as Investor Relations (IR), Shareholder Relations (SR), and global partnerships.
Leveraging his vast experience and deep expertise, we expect him to continue overseeing Kao Group’s management as an independent outside director. 

Leadership

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