Kazuhiro Shimada is now part of the Warner Music Japan family.

On 16 November, Warner Music Group named Kazuhiro Shimada as Warner Music Japan's Chief Operating Officer. The accomplished media executive has over 15 years of experience in the music industry and brings with him outstanding industry knowledge, digital, and business development expertise that will be fundamental to his new position with Warner Music Japan.

Aside from leading the company's daily business operations, Kazuhiro will also take over important initiatives and implement organisational-wide strategies and policies.  

Kaz Kobayashi, CEO of Warner Music Japan, stated, “Kazuhiro is an outstanding exec who has a proven track record in the entertainment sector, and an extensive understanding of the Japanese music industry.  We’re very pleased to have him come onboard. With his unique expertise and broad network, Kazuhiro will play a significant role in accelerating our growth in Japan. He’s a fantastic addition to our senior leadership team and I look forward to working with him to support our artists and helping them amplify their voices."