Sony recently announced the departure of Jim Ryan, President and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, and the appointment of Hiroki Totoki as the new President and CEO. This news comes after a successful tenure for Ryan, who was appointed to the role in April 2019.

Jim Ryan has been credited with leading Sony’s PlayStation brand to unprecedented success. Under his leadership, Sony achieved record-breaking sales of the PlayStation 4 console, as well as the launch of the PlayStation 5. Ryan was also instrumental in the development of the PlayStation Network, which has become an integral part of the PlayStation experience.

Hiroki Totoki is no stranger to Sony, having served as Chief Financial Officer of Sony Corporation since April 2016. He has also held various positions at Sony since joining the company in 1988. In his new role, Totoki will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of Sony Interactive Entertainment, as well as its operations and business performance.

Totoki has a long history of success in the technology industry. Prior to joining Sony, he worked at IBM Japan and was a key figure in the development of IBM’s PC business in Japan. He was also instrumental in the launch of Sony’s first digital camera and the development of its digital music player.

Sony’s Chairman, Kenichiro Yoshida, expressed his confidence in Totoki’s ability to lead Sony Interactive Entertainment into the future. He noted that Totoki’s experience in both the technology and finance industries will be invaluable as Sony continues to expand its presence in the gaming industry.

The appointment of Hiroki Totoki as President and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment marks an exciting new chapter for the company. With his extensive experience and knowledge of the technology industry, Totoki is well-positioned to lead Sony into the future.