Christie has named Hideaki Takizawa as the new chief financial officer of Christie Digital System and its subsidiaries, effective April 1, 2025.
Reporting to Michael Phipps, president and chief operating officer, Takizawa is tasked with aligning Christie’s financial strategy with its overall goals, managing internal controls, and supporting growth and innovation.
Takizawa succeeds Michael Phipps, who transitioned to president and chief operating officer in November 2024 while maintaining his CFO role. He brings more than 34 years of experience working at Ushio and a wealth of expertise in business management and finance.
Before joining Christie, Takizawa served as general manager of Ushio Group’s business management division, overseeing three departments: accounting, finance, and legal.
Michael Phipps, president and chief operating officer, Christie, said: “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. His leadership and financial acumen will be invaluable as we continue to execute our strategic vision and drive long-term success.”
Hideaki Takizawa, chief financial officer, Christie, added: “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. This is an exciting time to join the company, and I’m eager to contribute to its ongoing success.”
