Canon Inc. announced a new executive appointment and promotion that took effect April 1, 2022.  Isao "Sammy" Kobayashi has been promoted to senior vice president and general manager, Hybrid-workplace Solutions Group,Canon U.S.A. Inc., and appointed as an executive officer of Canon Inc.  Mr. Kobayashi demonstrates excellent leadership skills, bringing value to the company and helping Canon maintain its position as a leader in digital imaging solutions. Mr. Kobayashi has been with Canon U.S.A. Inc. for 17 years.

Prior to his promotion he was the vice president and general manager of the Hybrid-workplace Solutions Group and vice president and general manager of the Imaging Technologies & Communications Group.