AUTEC, the nation’s leader in commercial robotic sushi machines, proudly announces Ken Nakashima as the new President of Sales and Marketing for AUTEC North America. Following his success as Senior Corporate Manager for AUTEC Canada, Nakashima’s promotion highlights his proven leadership and strategic expertise. He is poised to drive growth, foster culinary collaborations, and expand market reach in 2025 and beyond.
Since transitioning to the foodservice industry in 2009, Nakashima has delivered outstanding results. With a background in marketing communications, he developed distribution channels, PR strategies, and high-performing sales teams. At AUTEC Canada, his leadership doubled sales in two years by strengthening the brand’s presence in key markets like Vancouver and Calgary.
“We are thrilled to appoint Ken Nakashima as President of Sales and Marketing for AUTEC North America,” said Taka Tanaka, CEO of AUTEC. “His remarkable leadership in Canada contributed significantly to AUTEC’s success. We are confident his expertise will elevate our innovation and excellence across North America.”
“My vision is to deepen connections within the culinary community and showcase chefs’ creativity through dynamic events and collaborations,” said Nakashima. “By embracing emerging food trends and sustainability-focused advancements, we aim to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the sushi industry. Strengthening our digital presence will also allow us to showcase our products and celebrate the innovative, responsible growth shaping the future of foodservice.”
Nakashima added, “AUTEC is committed to being a forward-thinking leader in the culinary space. By partnering with cutting-edge technology companies, we aim to redefine the standards for sustainability and innovation in food robotics, paving the way for a more inspiring and eco-conscious culinary landscape.”
