Sony Corporation was founded in 1946 by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita. Kazuo Hirai has served as President and CEO since 2012. Sony's vision involves corporate governance, quality products, responsible sourcing, diversity, and technology for sustainability. Sony is known for its consumer products like TVs and phones, as well as professional products for broadcast. The company has received several awards for its environmental policies and contributions to the knowledge economy.