08.08.18
Kuraray America, Inc. appointed Hitoshi Toyoura as president and CEO.
Toyoura joins KAI from the Osaka, Japan office, where he served as a director and senior executive officer of Kuraray Co., Ltd. During his 35-year tenure with the company, he has worked for the fiber sector and has held numerous leadership positions.
Toyoura assumed the role of President after the retirement of George Avdey.
“Together with a dedicated team, I look forward to continuing the momentum of Kuraray America’s growth within the specialty chemical industry,” said Toyoura. “I’m confident my history with the company will bring a unique perspective to the KAI team, while we continue our commitment to safety, our customer’s needs, and our community.”
Toyoura joins KAI from the Osaka, Japan office, where he served as a director and senior executive officer of Kuraray Co., Ltd. During his 35-year tenure with the company, he has worked for the fiber sector and has held numerous leadership positions.
Toyoura assumed the role of President after the retirement of George Avdey.
“Together with a dedicated team, I look forward to continuing the momentum of Kuraray America’s growth within the specialty chemical industry,” said Toyoura. “I’m confident my history with the company will bring a unique perspective to the KAI team, while we continue our commitment to safety, our customer’s needs, and our community.”