MEMBER

Board member

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  CEO

  Yoshihiko Kakitani

  He joined American Megatrends Inc. (AMI) in 1997. He was involved in developing and deploying firmware, middleware, and system software centered on BIOS, promoting both quality and development productivity. Later, he led the organization as president of the Japan branch of American Megatrends International LLC, expanding the BIOS adoption rate for domestically produced x86 products to a maximum of 80%. He secured approximately 95% market share for domestically produced machines in the server sector, establishing AMI as Japan's leading BIOS vendor.

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  Director

  Masahito Ito

  Defense Ministry, Maritime Self-Defense Force veteran specializing in counter-terrorism, maritime security in the Northern Territories, disaster relief and support for the Great East Japan Earthquake, as well as various rear support operations including education, training, and transportation. Awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star in 2023 for outstanding contributions in engaging in critical national security tasks. Currently serving as the Director of the Block Value Shika Town First Data Center.

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  Outside Director

  Motonori Honda

  2025: Outside Director, Blockvalue Inc. (current position)
  2018: Auditor, Aidma Holdings Inc. (current position)
  2018: Honda Matsuo and Yoshida Law Office (current position)
  2017: Executive Officer (COO), Plat'Home Co., Ltd. (current position)
  2013: Auditor, Plat'Home Co., Ltd. (current position)
  2012: Registration as a lawyer, Matsuda Chiyoda Attorney Office
  1998: Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation