Owners Inc. has announced the appointment of Kei Nishizaki as Executive Officer and Head of Investor Relations and Finance, effective September 1, 2026. The company operates "RISONAL," a business succession support service. With this reinforcement of its management team, Owners aims to elevate its group management through the consolidation of financial strategies and the enhancement of IR activities.
After graduating from university, Mr. Nishizaki joined Nomura Securities. Following domestic and international asset management consulting roles, he worked in the investment banking division, providing M&A and capital-raising advisory services to listed companies and funds. Subsequently, he served as Executive Officer and CFO at a startup, where he spearheaded financial strategies—including fundraising—and the launch of new business ventures.
As Owners expands its investment business and increases the number of group companies, the importance of financial strategy continues to grow. By combining Mr. Nishizaki's deal-execution capabilities cultivated in financial institutions with his management control experience in operating companies, the firm aims to further fortify its management foundation.
Leveraging his extensive experience in corporate finance and investor relations, Mr. Nishizaki plans to focus on building trust with the capital markets and strengthening the company's financial base. By aligning closely with the aspirations of business owners and delivering high-quality professional services, Owners strives to enhance corporate value from a medium- to long-term perspective.