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Seiichi Yamaguchi Named President of Yamaha Corporation of America
BUENA PARK, Calif., March 05, 2026--Today, Seiichi Yamaguchi has been named President of Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA), effective April 1, 2026. Current President Tom Sumner will retire later in 2026. Seiichi Yamaguchi is currently Managing Executive Officer and Executive General Manager of the Musical Instruments Business Unit of Yamaha Corporation.
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