Formerly served as president of Nintendo of America.
In a press release statement issued today in Japan, Nintendo has named Tatsumi Kimishima its new president following the death of Satoru Iwata in July.
Kimishima has previously been Nintendo of America's president, reigning from 2002 to 2006 when he was succeeded by the current president Reggie Fils-Aime. He has also served as Chief Financial Officer of The Pokémon Company, as well as the president of the US branch.
Genyo Takeda and Shigeru Miyamoto, who were named co-representative directors of the company in the wake of Iwata's passing, have also been given new titles. Takeda has been named Technology Fellow, while Shigeru Miyamoto has been named Creative Fellow. Nintendo defines the new Fellow role as "An individual selected from among the Representative Directors who has advanced knowledge and extensive experience, and holds the role of providing advice and guidance regarding organizational operations in a specialized area".
Other personnel changes include:
Shigeyuki Takahashi - General Manager, Finance, Administration Division Supervisor of General Affairs Division In charge of Quality Assurance Department
Satoshi Yamato - General Manager, Marketing Division In charge of Advertising Department
Shinya Takahashi - General Manager, Entertainment Planning & Development Division Supervisor of Business Development Division, Development Administration & Support Division
These changes in leadership will go into effect on September 16.