Hitomi Yokote Outside Director
Messages from Outside Directors
I have worked in a wide range of industries and areas, including government agencies, private companies (large corporations, venture companies, Japanese companies, foreign companies), universities, and NPOs. In every position, I have practiced critical thinking rather than blindly accepting workplace norms, considered how I could contribute to the organization, pursued my own growth, and upheld the SDGs and international engagement.
I have served as an outside director at Moriroku since 2023, and joined the Nomination & Remuneration Advisory Committee in 2024. At Board of Directors meetings as well as Nomination & Remuneration Advisory Committee meetings, I make use of my various experiences to express my candid opinions and, at times, ask in-depth questions and offer comments.
In 2024, after the CEO transition, Moriroku restarted under new leadership. The following year, 2025, after the integration of three companies and the change of the trade name, we are now steering the Company truly as One Moriroku. To embody our new slogan of “Create A New Future As One,” it is necessary for each employee to consciously break down organizational barriers, explore ways to create synergy, and take action accordingly, and to that end, I believe it is important to demonstrate leadership, raise awareness, and develop human resources.
In the 14th Mid-Term Management Plan, we have set the target of increasing the ratio of women in managerial positions. It may be challenging, but I have insisted that the number should be doubled. Promoting the active participation of women and diversity will enhance corporate value. Above all, Moriroku is a company that treats its employees with respect, and I believed that demonstrating this through a high numerical target will have a positive impact in the medium to long term.
I greatly respect all of our outside directors both from a human and managerial perspective, and they are all talented individuals. Driven by our common desire to make Moriroku an even greater company, we regularly hold forums (Independent Outside Director Council meetings) to exchange opinions that go beyond the Board of Directors meetings. As one of the directors, I would like to contribute to Moriroku’s sustainable growth and value creation to the best of my ability.