TOKYO, May 11 (Pulse News Wire) – Yamaha Corporation (7951.T) announced changes to its board of directors ahead of its scheduled June 29th annual shareholders' meeting. The company will appoint Kerrie Waring as a new external director, replacing outgoing Paul Candland.
Current directors set to remain include Nakata Takuya, Yamaura Atushi, Shinohara Hiromichi, Yoshizawa Naoko, Ebata Naho, Ito Shuji, and Nomura Saimon. Waring's appointment follows her role as Director General of the Chartered Governance Institute Global. Additionally, the company outlined committee assignments for post-meeting deliberation. The nomination committee will consist of Shinohara Hiromichi as chairman, Nakata Takuya, and Ito Shuji along with Waring.
The audit committee will feature Nomura Saimon as chairman, Yoshizawa Naoko, and Ebata Naho. Lastly, the remuneration committee will be chaired by Ito Shuji, with Shinohara Hiromichi and Waring as members. Kerrie Waring’s background includes roles such as International Professional Development Manager at the Institute of Directors UK, Corporate Governance Manager at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, COO and Company Secretary at the International Corporate Governance Network, and CEO until June 2024. She currently serves as Director General of the Chartered Governance Institute Global.
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