New Japan Pro Wrestling announced that they will be undergoing a leadership change.
Harold Meij, who became the President and CEO of NJPW in 2018, will be resigning from his position on October 23. Takami Ohbari will be replacing him. Ohbari is the current CEO of NJPW of America.
You can view the full press release below:
Change in NJPW Directorship
At a meeting of New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s parent company Bushiroad’s board of directors today September 29, 2020, a change was announced in NJPW’s directorship. This change will take effect at the beginning of NJPW’s 50th year of trading on October 23rd.
Outgoing President/CEO
Harold Meij
New NJPW President/CEO (as of October 23)
Takami Ohbari (current NJPW of America CEO)