Epson Europe Executive Team

Our executive management team is committed to advancing the organisation through thoughtful, experienced leadership and enhancing the lives of our employees, customers and partners.

Takanori Inaho

President

Takanori Inaho is the President of Epson Europe, appointed in April 2024. Prior to this role, he served as General Administrative Manager for the Sales & Marketing Division at Seiko Epson Corporation in Japan. Takanori has a broad background, having lived in both the UK and America for previous Epson roles, and is now based in Amsterdam. His 33-year career at Epson spans various product areas, with expertise in printers, projectors, and micro devices. He believes in fostering open-mindedness and values listening as the key to leadership. His approach is shaped by a deep understanding of diverse cultures and a passion for personal and professional growth. Takanori is married with two children and enjoys tennis, growing his own vegetables, and exploring the world with his wife. LinkedIn

Rob Clark

Chief Operating Officer

Rob Clark is the Chief Operating Officer of Epson Europe, with over 30 years of experience driving progressive strategies for revenue growth, operational efficiency, and organisational development. Starting in 1992 as Epson UK’s Dot Matrix Printer Product Manager, Rob quickly advanced, launching Epson into the inkjet and photo inkjet markets. By 2002, he was establishing the European Marketing Centre, later advancing to VP of Marketing and, in 2015, Senior Vice President of Epson Europe. As COO, he now oversees business strategy and operations, leveraging his extensive expertise in transformation management and board-level leadership. Rob’s career began at the UK Ministry of Defence, where a strong technical foundation shapes his strategic vision today. Outside work, with his four daughters now grown, Rob enjoys dedicating time to his other passion—cooking. LinkedIn