SIE Appoints Nishino as CEO, Totoki Promoted

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announces Hideaki Nishino as its sole CEO, effective April 1, 2025. This follows a press release revealing significant leadership changes within Sony Corporation.

The release confirms Hiroki Totoki's promotion to President and CEO of Sony Corporation, succeeding Kenichiro Yoshida. Lin Tao also receives a promotion to Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

This appointment marks a shift in SIE's leadership structure. Previously, Nishino and Hermen Hulst shared CEO responsibilities following Jim Ryan's retirement. Nishino now assumes sole leadership of SIE, encompassing platform business, while Hulst retains his position as head of PlayStation Studios.

Nishino, a Sony veteran since 2000, previously served as SVP, Platform Experience Group. In his statement, he expressed his honor at leading SIE, highlighting the company's focus on technological innovation and creative experiences, promising growth for the PlayStation community through IP expansion and technological advancements. He also acknowledged Hulst's continued contributions.