Rapidus Executive and Leadership Team

Atsuyoshi Koike, the Chief Executive Officer & Representative Director at Rapidus, directs the overarching strategic vision for advanced logic semiconductor manufacturing. Koike architects the long-term roadmap for wafer processes and 3D packaging, ensuring alignment with global industry demands. By fostering deep collaborations with customers, the Chief Executive Officer & Representative Director accelerates design cycles and pushes technological boundaries. This leadership role involves managing complex stakeholder relationships and guiding the organization toward sustainable growth in the competitive electronics sector. Through rigorous oversight of corporate governance and operational excellence, Atsuyoshi Koike secures the company's position as a pioneer in next-generation semiconductor solutions. Koike maintains a focus on creating new industries that contribute to human fulfillment and prosperity, ensuring that every strategic decision supports the broader mission of technological advancement and market leadership across international territories.

Atsuko Murakami, the Chief Financial Officer, Senior Managing Executive Officer, Head of Corporate Division & Director at Rapidus, manages the financial health and corporate infrastructure of the organization. Murakami directs capital allocation strategies to support the development of advanced logic semiconductors and 3D packaging technologies. By overseeing the corporate division, the Chief Financial Officer, Senior Managing Executive Officer, Head of Corporate Division & Director ensures that internal resources align with the company's long-term growth objectives and operational requirements. This leadership role involves maintaining fiscal discipline while enabling the rapid innovation cycles necessary for market success. Atsuko Murakami coordinates with the Board and other executive leaders to secure the financial stability required for large-scale manufacturing investments. Through strategic financial planning and administrative oversight, Murakami supports the company's mission to enhance human well-being by providing the necessary economic foundation for technological breakthroughs and industry-wide collaboration.

Henri Richard, the President & General Manager at Rapidus, executes the operational strategy and manages the day-to-day business activities across global markets. Richard drives the expansion of customer relationships and ensures that the company's semiconductor services meet the specific needs of diverse industry partners. By overseeing the integration of design cycles and manufacturing processes, the President & General Manager optimizes the delivery of 3D packaging and related technologies. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of business objectives and market penetration. Henri Richard maintains a focus on operational efficiency, ensuring that the company's advanced logic semiconductor solutions reach customers effectively. Through active management of regional operations and client engagement, Richard supports the company's overarching goal of creating new industries and fostering innovation, ultimately contributing to the long-term success and market impact of the organization.

Kazunari Ishimaru, the Chief Technology Officer at Rapidus, oversees the research and development of advanced logic semiconductors. Ishimaru drives the technical execution of wafer processes and 3D packaging initiatives, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of innovation. By managing engineering teams and technical partnerships, the Chief Technology Officer optimizes design cycles to meet the evolving needs of global customers. This role requires constant evaluation of emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the semiconductor manufacturing landscape. Kazunari Ishimaru translates complex scientific concepts into scalable production solutions, directly impacting the efficiency and performance of the company's product offerings. Through technical leadership, Ishimaru ensures that all manufacturing processes adhere to the highest standards of quality and precision, ultimately supporting the company's goal of enabling faster innovation and creating new industries that improve human life.