Chris Bristol — Chairman
Chris Bristol, who has been President & CEO since March 2010, will assume the responsibility of Chairman of Roland Corporation US. He will also continue in his role as a member of the Board of Directors.

Chris has been with Roland US since 1978. His first two years with Roland were spent in the field as a District Sales Manager in the Pacific Northwest, he then served the next 13 years as the Southern California DSM. The majority of Chris' past 20 years was spent as the Vice President of Sales.

Kim Nunney — President & CEO
Kim Nunney, currently COO of Roland Corporation US, a member of the Board of Directors for Roland US, and President of Roland Systems Group US, will become the new President and CEO of Roland Corporation US.

Kim has been with the Roland group for over 30 years and held several management positions, including President of Roland Canada.

Chris Bristol says:

"I am excited about the future of Roland Corporation US with Kim Nunney at its helm. We've worked together for more than 25 years and have collaborated on many great projects. It has been an honor working with someone with such a deep understanding of our industry."

Effective October 1, 2012, Kim will assume primary responsibility for all day-to-day operations of both companies.

About Roland Corporation
Roland Corporation is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electronic musical instruments, including their acclaimed digital V-Drums, accoustic drum triggers, drum machines, and digital metronomes.