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Looks like as many as 120 people may be out of a job:
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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SEGA of America (SOA), the North American operations for one of the world’s leading interactive entertainment companies, today announces its move from San Francisco to Southern California amid a downsizing of the business that will begin from January 2015 to early summer. The announcement was made today by SOA president and COO, John Cheng.
“We are confident that by relocating to Southern California we will be able to thrive, grow and become a stronger company because of it.”
“This move was crucial to keep SEGA operations moving forward throughout North America and to provide our millions of fans a strong pipeline of content across gaming, TV, merchandising, and more,” said Cheng. “We are confident that by relocating to Southern California we will be able to thrive, grow and become a stronger company because of it.”
Relocation packages are being offered to a number of employees, but there will be positions reduced from the company to streamline operations. The total number of employees affected by this move will be realized after the complete transition is finalized in early summer.
Cheng added, “We are sad to say goodbye to some of the best people in the business and are indebted to them for their hard work and dedication through the years.”
SEGA’s game release schedule will not be affected by the move. The Sonic Boom television series, currently airing on Cartoon Network in the U.S., will also continue its run through 2015.
Looks like as many as 120 people may be out of a job:
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120 employees have been asked to take a "voluntary retirement"--basically a buyout offer--from Sega, according to today's statement.
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The 120 number is from Sega Sammy's JPN press release, not SOA's
Notice of Implementation of Structure Reform in SEGA Corporation