Guided by our Purpose of “Fun for All into the Future,” the Bandai Namco Group has continued to provide entertainment to fans around the world by developing a unique global business model centered on powerful IPs. Taking this model to the next stage will require solid growth strategies supported by robust corporate governance systems.
As an academic, I have continued to take part in research on corporate value assessment, corporate accounting, and corporate finance. I hope to use these insights to promote discussions at Board of Directors’ meetings regarding the balance between shareholder returns and growth investments for driving ongoing growth and concerning other topics related to improving corporate value.
Corporate value is increasingly being assessed not only on financial performance but also on how companies contribute to a sustainable society through the disclosure of non-financial information and the effective management of human capital and other intangible assets. From a professional standpoint, I am committed to clearly and transparently communicating to shareholders how creativity and human capital, the intangible assets at the heart of the Company’s strengths, create future corporate value.
Furthermore, efforts to deliver smiles and dreams to fans around the world must be driven by the passion and ambition of Group employees. Unexpected developments and trying circumstances are part of doing business. Fortunately, Bandai Namco has a deeply rooted culture of perseverance and ambition even in the face of such hardship. This enduring spirit of ambition is the foundation of the Company’s ability to deliver new inspiration and a key driver of long-term corporate value.
My role is to support Bandai Namco’s ambitions through a disciplined governance framework and help translate them into sustainable growth. My commitment is to provide strong oversight of management and help ensure that Bandai Namco continues to be a company trusted by its stakeholders. I sincerely appreciate your continued support.