USA - Christie has announced the appointment of Hideaki Takizawa as the new chief financial officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries, effective 1 April 2025. Reporting to Michael Phipps, president and chief operating officer, Takizawa will align Christie’s financial strategy with its overall goals and manage internal controls and reporting to support continued growth and innovation.
Takizawa succeeds Michael Phipps, who transitioned to president and chief operating officer in November 2024 while maintaining his CFO role.
Takizawa brings more than 34 years of experience working at Ushio and a wealth of expertise in business management and finance. “We are excited to have Hideaki join us as we continue to strengthen our presence in the industry, enhance customer partnerships and create innovative AV solutions,” said Michael Phipps. “His leadership and financial acumen will be invaluable as we continue to execute our strategic vision and drive long-term success.”
Before joining Christie, Takizawa served as general manager of Ushio Group’s Business Management Division, overseeing three departments: Accounting, Finance, and Legal.
"I am honoured to join Christie and look forward to working with the talented team of employees and executives to maximise financial performance and drive sustainable growth,” said Hideaki Takizawa. "This is an exciting time to join the company, and I’m eager to contribute to its ongoing success."
