ELGIN, Illinois (July 24, 2024) — Amano Enzyme USA Co. Ltd. announced Atsuya Hirano as its new Vice President. This appointment reinforces Amano Enzyme’s commitment to growth in the Americas as a leading manufacturer with more than 75 years of experience producing specialty enzymes to provide innovative solutions for food manufacturing and processing.
Atsuya Hirano, newly appointed Vice President of Amano Enzyme USA
Leadership Statement
“I am very pleased to welcome Atsuya Hirano as Vice President of Amano Enzyme USA. He has spent the last three decades gaining deep enzyme expertise and extensive leadership experience through various roles across our global operations. Many customers and industry colleagues may remember Atsuya Hirano, as he previously served as technical sales manager in the U.S. working directly with our valued customers.”
— Ken Nishimatsu, President of Amano Enzyme USA Co. Ltd.
Career Milestones and Experience
Throughout his tenure at Amano Enzyme, Inc. and its international subsidiaries, Atsuya Hirano has accomplished numerous milestones, demonstrating exceptional leadership skills and extensive knowledge of the enzyme industry. Key roles and responsibilities have included:
- March 2020: General Manager of Domestic Business and Chief of Tokyo Office (Amano Enzyme Inc. Japan)
- March 2018: General Manager, Medical Enzyme Division (Amano Enzyme Inc. Japan)
- November 2017: General Manager of Food and Industry Enzyme Division (Amano Enzyme Inc. Japan)
- June 2014: Technical Sales Manager (Amano Enzyme USA, Ltd.)
- August 2009: President (Amano Enzyme China Ltd.)
- April 1990: Medical Enzyme Division (Amano Enzyme Inc. Japan)
Strategic Impact and Future Vision
Key Leadership Strengths
Atsuya Hirano brings over 30 years of enzyme industry expertise, proven leadership across multiple international markets, and deep customer relationships built through direct technical sales experience in the Americas.
“Atsuya Hirano has proven to be an exceptional leader and today we are very proud to welcome him back in this new role. He is perfectly positioned to drive Amano Enzyme USA’s strategic initiatives and further strengthen our market presence. We look forward to the impact his efforts are sure to have in the Americas where he will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission to deliver high-quality microbial enzymes that provide innovative solutions for the Food, Healthcare, Medical and Green Chemistry Industries.”
— Ken Nishimatsu, President of Amano Enzyme USA Co. Ltd.
About Amano Enzyme
Founded in 1899, Amano Enzyme is a major specialty enzyme manufacturer with subsidiaries in the USA, Europe and Asia. Amano Enzyme USA Co., Ltd. supplies high-quality, microbial enzymes for the Food, Healthcare, Medical, and Green Chemistry Industries to the Americas. With multi-ton manufacturing capabilities, SQF Level 2 certification and technical expertise, Amano Enzyme can provide unparalleled service along with guaranteed highest quality products.
