

“With his proven track record at Rakuten Mobile, deep understanding of global technology trends and the evolving commercial opportunities for companies in the telco sphere, we are pleased to expand Sharad's role as a visionary leader who will guide the company’s expansion, capitalize on our business momentum, and solidify its future as an industry-disrupting enterprise.” “The appointment of Sharad Sriwastawa is emblematic of Rakuten Symphony’s mission to reimagine telecom,” said Mickey Mikitani, Chairman and CEO of Rakuten Group. A proven leader with extensive experience in the field of telecom, Sriwastawa assumes the roles and responsibilities previously held by former Representative Director and CEO Tareq Amin, who departed the company on August 7, 2023. Mikitani will draw on his position as Chairman and CEO of the Rakuten Group to drive Rakuten Symphony forward as it moves into its next phase of continued growth by maximizing group synergies.

The new management structure is effective as of August 7, 2023. Tokyo, Aug– Rakuten Symphony, a subsidiary of Rakuten Mobile, today announced that it has appointed Rakuten Group Chairman and CEO Mickey Mikitani as its Representative Director, Chairman and CEO, and Sharad Sriwastawa as its new Representative Director and Acting President to lead the company and advance its commercial interests.
