INCLUSIVE Holdings Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Miki Kimura) announces that Ryota Shikura, newly appointed as a Director at the 19th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders held on June 29, 2026, and the subsequent Board of Directors meeting, will assume the newly established role of Chief AI Officer (CAIO) effective the same day. Director and CAIO: Ryota Shikura ■ Background of CAIO Appointment The INCLUSIVE Holdings Group transitioned to a holding company structure in October 2025, shifting its core business focus from media to regional revitalization, while expanding operations across multiple domains including "brand consulting," "food-related businesses," "space-related initiatives," and "investment." In today's highly uncertain business environment, leveraging advanced technologies such as AI for data analytics, operational efficiency, and enhanced decision-making has become a critical strategic priority for sustainable growth. Within the Group, AI and data utilization initiatives are already underway across various business segments. For example, Shimo-Kamo Cha-Sen Co., Ltd., which operates the food-related business, is strengthening its e-commerce operations through AI-driven data analytics. In the space-related business, the Group has launched "Hojou DX," a service that utilizes satellite data to support on-site agricultural administrative surveys. With Ryota Shikura's appointment as a Director—bringing extensive expertise in new internet service development, data governance, and management—INCLUSIVE Holdings is establishing the CAIO role to strengthen executive leadership in driving integrated, group-wide AI and data strategies. This move aims to systematically advance AI transformation across the organization and further enhance corporate value. ■ Key Responsibilities of the CAIO As CAIO, Ryota Shikura will primarily undertake the following responsibilities: ・ Formulation and execution of group-wide AI strategy and roadma