UN WFP Association Announces New Executive Appointment
~Tomokuni Nishiguchi, Senior Executive Officer CAO of Itochu Corporation, Appointed as Board Member~
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The Japan Association for the World Food Programme (hereinafter, UN WFP Association, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture: Chairman Hiroki Ando), a certified NPO, is pleased to announce that the election of new executives was resolved at the Ordinary Council Meeting held on March 17.
With the appointment of one new executive, a total of 11 members, including the Chairman and Board Members, will oversee the association's operations and determine long-term operational policies. Additionally, two auditors will continue to audit the association's business execution.
【Board Member】
Tomokuni Nishiguchi, Senior Executive Officer CAO, Itochu Corporation
March 1990: Graduated from Hitotsubashi University, Faculty of Commerce
April 1990: Joined Itochu Corporation
April 2004: Dispatched to Leica Co., Ltd. (stationed in Osaka)
April 2006: Itochu Corporation, Business Department
October 2008: Itochu Corporation, Brand Marketing Division II, Brand Marketing Section XI Manager
April 2012: Dispatched to Itochu Textile Trading (China) Co., Ltd. (stationed in Shanghai)
April 2016: Itochu Corporation, Acting General Manager, Brand Marketing Division I
April 2017: Dispatched to Leilian Co., Ltd. (Executive Officer)
April 2020: Dispatched to Leilian Co., Ltd. (Managing Director)
April 2021: Itochu Corporation, General Manager, Secretarial Department
April 2022: Appointed Executive Officer, Itochu Corporation
April 2024: Appointed Senior Executive Officer, Itochu Corporation
April 2026: Appointed Senior Executive Officer CAO, Itochu Corporation
*Details of Board Members and Auditors: https://ja.wfp.org/jawfp/corporate-information
■What is UN WFP?
It is the sole food assistance agency of the United Nations, working towards a world without hunger. In 2024, it operated in over 120 countries and regions, delivering food assistance to 124 million people. It provides emergency relief during conflicts and natural disasters, as well as long-term development assistance to support people. It was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020.
■What is the Certified NPO Japan Association for the World Food Programme?
It is a certified NPO that supports the UN WFP and serves as the official private sector support channel for the UN WFP in Japan. It conducts fundraising activities, collaborates with corporations and organizations, and carries out public relations activities. It received the Minister for Foreign Affairs' Commendation in 2024.
FAQ
What is Mr. Tomokuni Nishiguchi's main career background?
After graduating from Hitotsubashi University's Faculty of Commerce in 1990, he joined Itochu Corporation. He held key positions there, and is scheduled to become Senior Executive Officer in April 2024 and Senior Executive Officer CAO in April 2026.
What is the purpose of the UN WFP Association appointing a new executive?
The purpose is to strengthen the association's operational structure by incorporating private sector management know-how and networks, and to further promote fundraising activities and collaborations with companies and organizations.
What kind of activities does the UN WFP Association engage in?
It is a certified NPO that supports the UN WFP, which aims for a world without hunger. It supports food assistance through fundraising, corporate partnerships, and public relations activities in Japan.