Hayata Makoto CEO, Hitachi-LG Data Storage

Hitachi LG Data Storage (HLDS) appointed new CEO and CFO. At the inauguration ceremony on January 5, 2024, Hayata Makoto who previously held the position of CFO, was appointed as the new CEO, and Kang Jae Wook took on the role of the new CFO.

The company, a global joint venture between Hitachi and LG Electronics, has dominated the storage industry for over 23 years. Known for its optical disc drives, it is now expanding its business domain to include SSDs, showcasing its commitment to continued innovation in the industry. The expansion is expected to boost the company’s revenue while providing customers with a wider range of storage solutions.

Makoto Hitachi CEO Hayata Makoto graduated from Waseda University’s Department of Political Economy in 1985, and he embarked on his career at Hitachi. His previous roles include leading the Industries Audit Office at Hitachi Connective Industries Business HQs and gaining valuable experience at Hitachi’s Chinese subsidiary. With a solid track record of leadership within the company, he has assumed the role of CEO to highlight his expertise in both management and business.

Jae Wook Hitachi CFO Kang Jae Wook, graduated from Kyungpook National University with a major in Accounting, brings over 20 years of extensive experience in overseas finance to his new role at HLDS. His career includes serving as CFO of LG Electronics in Japan, Chile, Colombia, and Brazil. With his diverse background and leadership experience, he is well-prepared to contribute to the growth of HLDS in the global market.

CEO Hayata and CFO Kang expressed their commitment: “As we continue to explore new markets, innovate with cutting-edge technologies, and enhance our product quality, we remain dedicated to growing as a sustainable global company that evolves alongside our valued customers.”

Brief Profile

Hayata Makoto, president and CEO

2024.01 – Present CEO of Hitachi LG storage, Inc.
2023.04 – 2024.01 CFO of Hitachi LG storage, Inc.
2020.04 – 2023.03 Hitachi, Ltd. head of industries audit office, connective industries business general HQs
2018.04 – 2020.03 Hitachi, Ltd. director of sales and management division of the financial supervisory HQs
2014.04 – 2018.03 Hitachi, Ltd. director of financial process solutions. Finance general HQs

Kang Jae Wook, president and CFO

2024.01 – Present CFO of Hitachi LG storage, Inc.
2018.10 – 2023.04 CFO of LG Electronics Japan
2016.02 – 2018.09 LG Electronics ethics management/team leader
2003.12 – 2016.01 CFO of LG Electronics (Chile, Colombia, and Brazil),
2002.03 – 2003.11 LG Electronics digital display and media overseas planning group
1997.03 – 2002.02 CFO of LG Electronics Japan