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FROM THE EDITORS

Dear Visions Readers:

ur cover for the fall 2019 Issue of Visions comes from a New York City mural by artist
Tomokazu "Matzu" Matsuyama, who also serves as our celebrity spotlight interview. As one can
see, incorporating many different cultural influences and artistic images allows Matzu to create
a work that bears his signature style. This method runs parallel to Sumitomo Corporation of Americas'
integrated corporate strength; our diverse businesses, investment portfolio and people make up
a company that is both a thriving entity on its own and an interconnected network - one that
allows SCOA to succeed in a broad range of commercial markets across the western hemisphere
and beyond.
Never is this more evident than in the diverse palette that colors this issue of Visions. We dive into
information on new investments in energy technology, exciting news in steel business expansion,
recognition of award-winning efforts in Mexico automotive and Chile mining businesses, our feature
on the growth and success of subsidiary Agro Amazônia, and coverage of Corporate Social Responsibility
efforts in the U.S., Mexico and the Bahamas. Our Washington Office also examines the new
U.S.-Japan trade deal, as well as the U.S. President's possible future.

On the cover:
A section of the New York City
mural by artist Tomokazu
"Matzu" Matsuyama

Whether in the art of a mural or our businesses within the marketplace, we see how diverse
elements can combine for success. We hope you will see this too in this issue of Visions.
Sincerely,
Visions Editors
Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, Corporate Communications

Visions magazine is published quarterly
by Sumitomo Corporation of Americas,
a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sumitomo
Corporation, one of the world's leading
traders and distributors of commodities,
industrial goods and consumer goods.
Besides its role as a trader, Sumitomo
Corporation is an investor in a diverse
range of businesses that positions
the company in markets with long-term
potential.

V I S I O N S S TA F F
Stephen Pitalo, Managing Editor
Stephen.Pitalo@sumitomocorp.com

Submissions and inquiries are welcome.

Amy Babcock, Executive Editor
amy.babcock@sumitomocorp.com

Printed on
recycled paper.

Jewelle Yamada, Editor Emeritus
jewelle-k.yamada@sumitomocorp.com
Mami Uno, Editorial Assistant
mami.uno@sumitomocorp.com

www.sumitomocorp.com
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