TDK U.S.A. Corporation Names Francis J. Sweeney as President

TDK U.S.A. Corporation Names Francis J. Sweeney as President

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    GARDEN CITY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2005--TDK U.S.A. Corporation, a subsidiary of Japan-based TDK Corporation and the parent company of all TDK subsidiaries in the United States, today announced that Francis J. Sweeney has been promoted to the position of President. As President, Mr. Sweeney will be responsible for both the daily operations of TDK U.S.A. Corporation and the long-term strategy of TDK's businesses in the United States.
    "TDK U.S.A. Corporation is pleased to promote Frank Sweeney to the key role of President," commented Kenichi Aoshima, Chief Executive Officer of TDK U.S.A. Corporation. "Frank brings a rare combination of vision, proven leadership and experience to his new position. A veteran TDK employee, he is uniquely qualified to ensure the continued growth and success of TDK in the United States."
    Mr. Sweeney joined TDK in 1989 as General Counsel and was subsequently promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. As President of TDK U.S.A. Corporation, Sweeney reports to CEO Kenichi Aoshima, who has announced plans to retire in the coming year.
    "I am honored to be appointed to this position," said Mr. Sweeney. "As a key supplier to the electronics, automotive and computer industries in the U.S., TDK has an unequaled brand image and a strong reputation for quality and innovation. I look forward to strengthening the TDK brand by expanding the company into new categories and areas of opportunity."
    Mr. Sweeney, a graduate of Fordham University Law School and Villanova University, is a member of numerous bar associations and has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and international trade. He has lectured on the topics of intellectual property rights, ethics and virtual acquisitions. He has been married to his wife, Vicki, for 28 years; together they have four grown children.

    About TDK U.S.A. Corporation

    TDK U.S.A. Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of TDK Corporation (NYSE Symbol "TDK") and the parent company of TDK's U.S. subsidiaries. These subsidiaries are engaged in the manufacture, sale and distribution of magnetic heads for HDD, recording media, electronic materials and components, and ICS and wireless networking products.

    TDK is a registered trademark of TDK Corporation.

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