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Broadcast Pro
31-01-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Canon EMEA appoints Shinichi ‘Sam' Yoshida as new President and CEO
He will assume his new responsibilities as President and CEO of Canon EMEA from March 1, 2025. Canon EMEA has announced the appointment of Shinichi 'Sam' Yoshida as its new President and CEO for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), effective March 1, 2025. He will succeed Yuichi Ishizuka, who is retiring after a 44-year career with Canon, including seven years leading the EMEA region. Prior to this role, Yoshida was based in the United States, where he served as Executive Vice President & General Manager of the Marketing Strategy Unit, as well as Chairman and CEO of Canon Solutions America, Inc. and Canon Financial Services, Inc. In his new position, Yoshida will oversee Canon EMEA's vast regional sales organisation, which operates across 120 countries, employs around 12,300 people and contributes approximately a quarter of Canon's global revenue. His leadership will focus on strengthening the company's core business while leveraging Canon's expertise in imaging and printing technology to expand into emerging sectors such as B2B Imaging, Industrial and Commercial Printing, and Information Management Solutions. With a background in manufacturing, innovation and sustainability, Yoshida was part of the original team that helped establish Canon Virginia, Inc., a key manufacturing hub in the Americas. Speaking about the new role, Yoshida said: 'Canon is the market leader in imaging and print technologies with millions of customers throughout EMEA. this diverse and exciting region is full of opportunity and I am honoured to be leading the business through the next phase of innovation and growth.' Yuichi Ishizuka, the outgoing President and CEO of Canon EMEA, held several key leadership roles globally, including in Japan, the United States and Canada. Among his notable achievements was the launch of the Cinema EOS range in the US.
Channel Post MEA
31-01-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Canon Appoints Shinichi 'Sam' Yoshida as the New President & CEO for EMEA
Canon announced the appointment of Shinichi 'Sam' Yoshida as President & CEO for Canon Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), succeeding Yuichi Ishizuka, retiring after seven years in the role and a successful 44-year career with Canon. Sam Yoshida was previously based in the USA where he held the position of Executive Vice President & General Manager of the Marketing Strategy Unit, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Canon Solutions America, Inc. and Canon Financial Services, Inc. He will assume his new responsibilities as President & CEO of Canon EMEA from 1st March 2025. He takes over a regional sales organisation which has operations in 120 countries, employs approximately 12,300 people and contributes about a quarter of Canon's global revenues annually. Yoshida is tasked with bolstering and growing existing core businesses while capitalising on the brand's reputation for imaging and printing technology and solutions expertise to expand into new areas such as B2B Imaging, Industrial and Commercial Printing and Information Management Solutions. He brings a wealth of expertise including manufacturing, innovation and recycling having been part of the original team that established Canon Virginia, Inc ., Canon's major manufacturing site in the Americas . 'Canon is the market leader in imaging and print technologies with millions of customers throughout EMEA; this diverse and exciting region is full of opportunity and I am honoured to be leading the business through the next phase of innovation and growth.' says Yoshida. Yuichi Ishizuka, President & CEO of Canon EMEA, held senior positions globally over his 44-year career, including in Japan, USA, and Canada. During his successful career a notable highlight was his pioneering launch of the world-renowned Cinema EOS range in the US, which has revolutionised film shooting and created mainstay video products. 0 0
TECHx
30-01-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Canon EMEA Appoints Shinichi ‘Sam' Yoshida as President & CEO - TECHx Media Canon EMEA Appoints Shinichi ‘Sam' Yoshida as President & CEO
Canon EMEA Appoints Shinichi 'Sam' Yoshida as President & CEO News Desk - Share Canon EMEA, a global leader in imaging and print technologies, has announced the appointment of Shinichi 'Sam' Yoshida as its new President & CEO, effective March 1, 2025. Yoshida succeeds Yuichi Ishizuka, who is retiring after a distinguished 44-year career with Canon, including seven years leading the EMEA region. Yoshida transitions from his role in the USA, where he served as Executive Vice President & General Manager of the Marketing Strategy Unit, as well as Chairman & CEO of Canon Solutions America, Inc. and Canon Financial Services, Inc. In his new role, he will oversee Canon EMEA's expansive operations across 120 countries, managing a workforce of approximately 12,300 employees and contributing significantly to the company's global revenue. His leadership will focus on strengthening Canon's core imaging and printing business while driving expansion into emerging areas such as B2B Imaging, Industrial and Commercial Printing, and Information Management Solutions. With a background in manufacturing, innovation, and sustainability, Yoshida was instrumental in establishing Canon Virginia, Inc., a key manufacturing hub in the Americas. 'Canon is a market leader in imaging and print technologies, serving millions of customers across EMEA. This diverse and dynamic region presents incredible opportunities, and I am honored to lead the business through its next phase of innovation and growth,' said Yoshida. Yuichi Ishizuka leaves behind a lasting legacy, having held senior positions across Japan, the USA, and Canada. Among his notable achievements, he pioneered the launch of the globally acclaimed Cinema EOS range in the US, revolutionizing professional filmmaking and video production. With Yoshida at the helm, Canon EMEA looks poised for continued success, leveraging its expertise in imaging and print technologies to drive future growth and innovation.
Zawya
30-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Canon appoints new President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Europe, Middle East and Africa
Canon EMEA ( a global provider of imaging, print technologies and services, today announces Shinichi 'Sam' Yoshida as President&CEO for Canon Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), succeeding Yuichi Ishizuka who is retiring after seven years in the role and a successful 44-year career with Canon. Sam Yoshida was previously based in the USA where he held the position of Executive Vice President&General Manager of the Marketing Strategy Unit, Chairman&Chief Executive Officer of Canon Solutions America, Inc. and Canon Financial Services, Inc. He will assume his new responsibilities as President&CEO of Canon EMEA from 1st March 2025. He takes over a regional sales organisation which has operations in 120 countries, employs approximately 12,300 people and contributes about a quarter of Canon's global revenues annually. Yoshida is tasked with bolstering and growing existing core businesses while capitalising on the brand's reputation for imaging and printing technology and solutions expertise to expand into new areas such as B2B Imaging, Industrial and Commercial Printing and Information Management Solutions. He brings a wealth of expertise including manufacturing, innovation and recycling having been part of the original team that established Canon Virginia, Inc., Canon's major manufacturing site in the Americas. 'Canon is the market leader in imaging and print technologies with millions of customers throughout EMEA; this diverse and exciting region is full of opportunity and I am honoured to be leading the business through the next phase of innovation and growth." says Yoshida. Yuichi Ishizuka, President&CEO of Canon EMEA, held senior positions globally over his 44-year career, including in Japan, USA, and Canada. During his successful career a notable highlight was his pioneering launch of the world-renowned Cinema EOS range in the US, which has revolutionised film shooting and created mainstay video products. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA). Media enquiries, please contact: Canon Europe Corporate Communications team e. Canon Central and North Africa Mai Youssef e. About Canon Europe: Canon Europe is the EMEA strategic headquarters of Canon Inc., a global provider of imaging technologies and services. Canon Europe has operations in roughly 120 countries, with approximately 12,300 employees and contributes to approximately a quarter of Canon's global revenues annually. Founded in 1937, the desire to continuously innovate has kept Canon at the forefront of imaging excellence throughout its 80 plus year history and has commitments to invest in the right areas and capture growth opportunities, from cameras to commercial printers, and industrial equipment to healthcare technologies. Canon's corporate philosophy is Kyosei ( – 'living and working together for the common good'. In EMEA, Canon Europe pursues sustainable business growth, focusing on reducing its own environmental impact and supporting customers to reduce theirs using Canon's products, solutions and services. Canon is constantly redefining the world of imaging for the greater good. Through its technology and spirit of innovation, it pushes the bounds of what is possible – helping to see our world in ways we never have before. Further information about Canon Europe is available at:
