Brea, CA (5/30/2013) - Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. announces the appointment of former Executive
Vice President Toru Muraki to President. Also as part of the restructuring,
Takuya Sato is named Executive Vice President overseeing the companys
marine operations.
Toru Murakis global motorcycle experience further positions Suzuki
Motor of America, Inc. to succeed, said Tak Iwatsuki, Suzuki Motor of
America, Incs Chairman. New product introductions, strong dealer
support and care for the customer will remain our focus. And our leadership
group is well-qualified to help us reach our goals.
I am eager to continue Suzuki Motor of Americas steadfast commitment
to the powersports industry, said Muraki. An avid motorcyclist, Muraki
joined Suzukis U.S. powersports business in 2010 to lead the
Motorcycle / ATV Marketing efforts. But his love for America began much
earlier, during his first visit in 1987, where he visited much of the West
Coast.
Tak was also pleased to announce, the appointment of Marine Industry
expert, Takuya Sato. Overseeing Suzukis Marine Operations in the U.S.,
Takuya Sato brings a background in engineering that will assist the
companys already well-received outboard motors. The U.S. marine
market is unique in the world, said Sato, and I will help Suzuki
continue to deliver industry-leading outboard technology to consumers
interested in owning the best.
SMAI and its management team would like to thank outgoing President Seiichi
Maruyama for his great leadership and wish him best of luck as he returns
to SMC to take on new role within the companys European Automotive
Business Operations.
For more information on Suzuki Motors of America, Inc. please visit: www.suzuki.com
