Announcement of New Representative Director, President, and Co-CEO of Hakuhodo Kettle
Hakuhodo Kettle announces the appointment of its new Representative Director, President, and Co-CEO.
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- 📰 Published: April 1, 2026 at 09:00
Hakuhodo Kettle Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Hakuhodo Kettle) is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Representative Director, President, and Co-CEO, effective April 1, 2026.
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New Position |
Previous Position |
Name |
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Representative Director, President, Co-CEO |
Genta Itoh |
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Representative Director, Co-CEO |
Naotaka Suekuni |
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Senior Advisor |
Representative Director, President, CEO |
Ken Funaki |
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STOVE Company General Producer |
Director COO |
Toshihiko Hara |
Since its establishment in 2006, Hakuhodo Kettle has been creating new forms of communication. As the role of communication expands to encompass the full funnel in line with the times, and further into business and management domains, Hakuhodo Kettle has appointed new Co-CEOs to continue to serve as the command center for communication.
Under the new structure, we will continue to provide innovative integrated communication solutions that transcend the traditional boundaries of advertising.
■ Profiles
Genta Itoh
Representative Director, President, Co-CEO
Joined Hakuhodo in 2006. Participated in the planning of marketing and communication strategies for various companies in sales, interactive, and strategy departments. Seconded to Hakuhodo Kettle in 2016. As a Creative Director, he has built integrated communications for various companies. Involved in the launch of Earth hacks & Co. in 2023 and served as CBO. Major awards include NY Festival Best in Show, Spikes Asia Grand Prix, Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Award/ACC Grand Prix, among many others. Juror at ADFEST 2023.
Naotaka Suekuni
Representative Director, Co-CEO
Joined Hakuhodo DY Media Partners in 2009. After working in digital media buying and planning, and integrated media planning including mass media, he became a planner for media-driven concept development. Seconded to Hakuhodo Kettle in 2016. As a Creative Director, he has built communications from upstream to downstream, focusing on media and PR perspectives, as well as activation perspectives. Major awards include Cannes Lions, ACC, and the Japan Media Arts Festival.
■ About Hakuhodo Kettle Inc.
Company Name: Hakuhodo Kettle Inc.
Date of Establishment: April 3, 2006
Capital: 90 million yen
FAQ
When was Hakuhodo Kettle established?
Hakuhodo Kettle was established on April 3, 2006.
What is the background for the appointment of the new Representative Director, President, and Co-CEO?
As the role of communication expands into business and management domains, new Co-CEOs have been appointed to ensure Hakuhodo Kettle continues to serve as the command center for communication.
What is the name of the new Representative Director, President, and Co-CEO?
The name is Genta Itoh.
What is the name of the new Representative Director and Co-CEO?
The name is Naotaka Suekuni.