Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation (SMRJ) Personnel Changes

As of June 30, Reiwa 8 (2026)

Name

New Position

Previous Position

Kaneko Tomohiro

Retiring

Director

Hashimoto Tatsuya

Retiring

Director

Sakamoto Eisuke

Retiring

Director

Nishino Kazumi

Retiring

Auditor

As of July 1, Reiwa 8 (2026)

Name

New Position

Previous Position

Yoshizawa Takashi

Director

-

Hayashi Takayuki

Director

-

Ohtawara Ryoko

Director

-

Takasago Yoshiyuki

Director (Reappointed)

Director

Sakazume Hiromi

Auditor

-

Brief biographies are attached separately.

[Attached Document] Executive Biographies

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<Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation (SMRJ)>

SMRJ is a policy implementation organization aiming to contribute to the development of Japan's economy by promoting innovation and revitalization of regional economies for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), small businesses, and startups seeking autonomous development and continuity of their businesses. To address the management challenges of SMEs aiming for sustainable growth in response to changes in the business environment, SMRJ provides direct, hands-on support, fosters human resources, operates mutual aid systems, offers various financial support and business opportunities, and cooperates with related SME support organizations to enhance their support capabilities.