Shinichi Sugiura, president of Kwik Lok Japan Ltd., has announced his plan to retire as of April 1, 2019. Sugiura was appointed president for Japan operations in 2013 following his role as general manager of international business. While in the position of president, Sugiura developed a strong market for Kwik Lok’s signature re-useable, recyclable, closure in Japan, where it is especially popular for closing noodles as well as other bakery items. Sugiura developed programs to support employees and made important operational improvements.
“Shinichi-san will be greatly missed, said Kwik Lok CEO, John K. Rothenbueler. "His dedication to the Kwik Lok family and accomplishments in building the market in Japan and other Asian markets helped to make Kwik Lok the successful global company it is today.”