Source disclosure: February 16, 2026
BRANU Inc. [460A.T]
TOKYO, Feb 16 (Pulse News Wire) – BRANU Inc. (460A.T) announced today that it has appointed Masaharu Machida as its new Chief Product Officer (CPO).
The move comes as part of the company's efforts to address structural challenges in the construction industry, such as labor shortages and skill succession, through fundamental transformation rather than mere operational improvements. Machida, who joined BRANU as General Manager of the Product Department in August 2025, brings extensive experience in construction, IT, and AI. He holds a national qualification as a Technologist in Information Engineering. His appointment aims to enhance decision-making speed and expertise, accelerating BRANU’s shift towards an AI-native development framework.
The company emphasizes integrating advanced technology systematically into products to solve real-world problems faced by small and medium-sized construction firms. Under the new leadership structure effective February 16, 2026, BRANU also confirmed changes in key roles, including Koya Udomiya as CFO, Shouya Rumaki overseeing sales operations, and Machida leading product development alongside his new CPO role. Additionally, the board includes external directors Minoru Kazue and Toru Koshiba, along withindependent auditors Kohei Yamada, Kentarou Honoki, and Ryota Mizuno. Technical advisors Yukihiro Matsumoto and Yasuhiko Nishiwaki round out the team, providing specialized guidance in programming languages and digital innovation.
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