Koji Naito will combine the work of president and CEO of Ushio and Christie

Ushio Inc., parent company of Christie, has announced the appointment of Koji Naito as the new director and CEO of this audiovisual multinational, valid since 1 April.

In this new stage, Koji Naito will combine his new responsibility in Christie with that of president and CEO of the Japanese Ushio, supervising the strategic development of both companies.

Naito succeeds in his new position Hideaki Onishi, who becomes president and director of operations (COO) the Christie. For your part, Atsushi Kuroda, coming from Sharp NEC Display Solutions and currently chief director of the strategy office of the audiovisual multinational, will continue to lead the brand strategy and succeed Zoran Veselic as company technology director.

After almost four decades assuming increasing responsibilities at Ushio, Koji Naito brings extensive experience in the sector to Christie to combine management models, business strategies and philosophy of both companies.

Understanding customer needs and continuing to progress towards achieving global sustainable practices are fundamental tasks for Naito, as well as continue with the company's goal of promoting sustainable lighting and energy to support human well-being and social advancement..

As stated, “constantly innovate and maintain our core values, as well as differentiating ourselves in service to different communities are fundamental elements in Ushio's vision of walking towards a sustainable future for all.. It will be a great honor and enormous satisfaction to lead Christie into the future with the support of a strong management team, in full harmony with the mandate and vision of Ushio”.