Piala Inc. Appoints Akie Shimada as Outside Director to Strengthen Management Foundation

At the 22nd Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders held on March 26, 2026, Piala Inc. announced the appointment of Akie Shimada as an Outside Director. As a marketing partner that integrates branding with direct marketing, the company expects to leverage Shimada's extensive experience to refine brand strategy and enhance decision-making. This appointment marks Piala's first selection of a female outside director, bringing greater diversity to the board. Shimada has expressed her commitment to contributing to sustainable growth through an objective third-party perspective.