Hideaki Nishino has been named the sole President and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment effective April 1, 2025.
Meanwhile, Hiroki Totoki, current President, COO and CFO of Sony Group Corporation stepping down from his position as Chairman to assume the role of President and CEO of Sony Group Corporation. Hermen Hulst will continue to serve as CEO of Studio Business Group and will report to Nishino-san.
Here’s what Nishino had to say regarding the news:
I am truly honored to take the helm at Sony Interactive Entertainment. Technology and creativity are two of our biggest strengths as we continue to focus on developing experiences that deliver entertainment for everyone. We will continue to grow the PlayStation community in new ways, such as IP expansion, while also delivering the best in technology innovation. I want to thank Hermen for his expertise and leadership as he continues his role as CEO, Studio Business Group. I am deeply grateful for the PlayStation community and their continued support and I am very excited for what the future holds.
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Nishino will remain seeing as CEO of the Platform Business Group, and CEO of Studio Business Group, while Hulst will continue to lead the development, publishing, and business operations of first-party content at SIE.
[Source – Sony Press Release]