EY Japan unit to appoint its first chairwoman

Masami Katakura to spearhead digitization and globalization efforts

20190228N Masami Katakura EY Japan

Masami Katakura joined a predecessor of Ernst & Young ShinNihon in 1991.

TAKEHIKO HAMA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Auditing firm Ernst & Young ShinNihon has decided to name its first-ever female chair.

Masami Katakura assumes her new role on July 1. The appointment will be finalized at a general meeting in late March.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.