DigitalBridge Appoints Yoshiaki Fujimori as Senior Executive Advisor to Drive Strategic Growth in Japan and the Asia-Pacific Region

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DigitalBridge Group (NYSE: DBRG) has appointed Yoshiaki Fujimori as Senior Executive Advisor to support its expansion in Japan and Asia-Pacific. Based in Tokyo, Fujimori brings over 40 years of leadership experience, currently serving as Chairman of Oracle Japan with board positions at Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Boston Scientific. His previous roles include President and CEO of LIXIL Group, Chairman and CEO of GE Japan, and various CEO positions at General Electric. The appointment follows DigitalBridge's recent acquisition of a majority stake in JTOWER, strengthening its presence in Japan's digital infrastructure market.

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• Strategic expansion into Japan's digital infrastructure market through JTOWER acquisition
• Addition of seasoned executive with 40+ years of leadership experience in Japanese market
• Enhanced market access through appointment of well-connected local business leader

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BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE: DBRG), a leading global investment firm focused on digital infrastructure, today announced the appointment of Yoshiaki Fujimori as Senior Executive Advisor. Based in Tokyo, Mr. Fujimori will leverage his extensive business experience and industry insights to support DigitalBridge’s continued expansion in Japan, as well as the firm’s broader regional strategy across Asia.

With over four decades of leadership experience, Mr. Fujimori is renowned for driving growth and fostering innovation across a variety of industries in Japan. He has deep expertise in Japan’s IT and technology sectors, with an exceptional understanding of the country’s evolving digital landscape and its critical role in the global economy.

Mr. Fujimori currently serves as Chairman of Oracle Japan and holds board positions at Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Boston Scientific. His past directorships include roles at Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO), Toshiba Corporation, and Shiseido. Previously, he spent five years as President and CEO of LIXIL Group Corporation. Prior to that, he served as Chairman and CEO of GE Japan and Senior Vice President of General Electric. He spent 25 years at General Electric in various CEO roles, including GE Plastics, GE Healthcare Asia, and GE Money Asia.

Mr. Fujimori holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University, where he also serves on the Board of Trustees.

“We are excited to welcome Mr. Fujimori to DigitalBridge,” said Justin Chang, Senior Managing Director and Head of Asia at DigitalBridge. “Mr. Fujimori’s strategic insight and leadership, combined with his vast experience, will be invaluable as we continue to scale our presence in Japan and pursue new opportunities in the digital infrastructure sector.”

“I am thrilled to join DigitalBridge and contribute to the firm’s impressive growth in Japan,” said Mr. Fujimori. “Japan is one of the most important digital infrastructure markets in the Asia-Pacific region, and DigitalBridge’s innovative approach positions the firm to be a key player in this critical market. I look forward to supporting its efforts in delivering value to both investors and the customers we serve.”

Mr. Fujimori’s appointment is part of DigitalBridge’s broader efforts to expand in Japan, where an investment vehicle controlled by the firm recently completed the acquisition of a majority stake in JTOWER, reinforcing DigitalBridge’s presence and commitment to the market. This acquisition further expands the firm’s commitment to building and scaling digital infrastructure solutions that will enable Japan to meet its digital transformation goals and drive economic growth.

About DigitalBridge

DigitalBridge (NYSE: DBRG) is a leading global alternative asset manager dedicated to investing in digital infrastructure. With a heritage of over 25 years investing in and operating businesses across the digital ecosystem, including cell towers, data centers, fiber, small cells, and edge infrastructure, the DigitalBridge team manages over $88 billion of infrastructure assets on behalf of its limited partners and shareholders. For more information, visit: www.digitalbridge.com.

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FAQ

Who did DigitalBridge (DBRG) appoint as Senior Executive Advisor for Japan operations?

DigitalBridge appointed Yoshiaki Fujimori as Senior Executive Advisor to drive strategic growth in Japan and the Asia-Pacific region.

What is Yoshiaki Fujimori's role at DigitalBridge (DBRG)?

As Senior Executive Advisor based in Tokyo, Fujimori will support DigitalBridge's expansion in Japan and broader regional strategy across Asia, leveraging his extensive business experience and industry insights.

What recent acquisition did DigitalBridge (DBRG) complete in Japan?

DigitalBridge recently completed the acquisition of a majority stake in JTOWER, reinforcing its presence and commitment to the Japanese market.

What is Yoshiaki Fujimori's current position besides DigitalBridge (DBRG)?

Fujimori currently serves as Chairman of Oracle Japan and holds board positions at Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Boston Scientific.