Takeshi Horikomi is a senior executive at ASICS Corporation, where he serves as chief administrative officer (CAO) and managing executive officer. In this role, he is responsible for a wide range of corporate functions, including human resources, legal affairs, intellectual property, sustainability, corporate communications and executive operations. He also plays a key role in overseeing business planning and regional strategy, positioning him at the center of ASICS’ corporate governance and strategic decision-making.
Horikomi holds a law degree from Waseda University and is admitted to the bar in the State of New York. He began his career in the legal departments of a major global trading company and an international manufacturing firm. During this time, he developed deep expertise in cross-border transactions and corporate legal practice, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, corporate governance and intellectual property management. His work required close engagement with complex multinational business environments, equipping him with strong capabilities in both legal strategy and risk management.
A defining feature of Horikomi’s early career is his extensive international experience. He was stationed in multiple countries, including the United States, Argentina, Chile and Brazil, where he handled global legal and compliance matters. These overseas assignments broadened his perspective on international business operations and strengthened his ability to navigate diverse regulatory frameworks and cultural contexts. This global mindset continues to influence his leadership approach at ASICS today.
Horikomi joined ASICS in 2020 as deputy head of legal and compliance. His strong performance and leadership capabilities led to rapid career progression. In 2021, he was appointed executive officer, head of legal and intellectual property and deputy head of crisis management. In this role, he was instrumental in strengthening the company’s governance framework and advancing intellectual property strategies aligned with business objectives.
In 2024, Horikomi was promoted to managing executive officer and chief administrative officer. As CAO, he assumed comprehensive responsibility for corporate functions across the organisation. His scope of oversight includes not only traditional administrative areas such as HR, legal and general affairs, but also sustainability initiatives, safety and quality assurance and executive-level coordination functions such as the corporate secretariat. This broad mandate reflects the organisation’s trust in his ability to integrate corporate functions and drive enterprise-wide value.
More recently, his responsibilities have expanded further to include business planning and regional strategy, underscoring his growing influence on ASICS’ long-term direction and global operations.
Horikomi is widely recognised for his deep expertise in legal and intellectual property matters, combined with a strong track record in global governance and organisational leadership. His career demonstrates a consistent ability to bridge specialised legal knowledge with broader business strategy. At ASICS, he continues to play a critical role in strengthening corporate governance, enabling sustainable growth and supporting the company’s transformation as a global brand.
