Sony Ericsson’s current Head of Region Western Europe, Anderson Teixeira, is becoming president of the company’s US operations and Head of Region North America from 1st June. Kristian Tear, who is currently head of Sony Ericsson's Global Customer Operations, will succeed Mr Teixeira as Head of Region Western Europe whilst also continuing with his current responsibilities. Swedish-born Kristian Tear joined Sony Ericsson in 2005 after 17 years with Ericsson. [Press release]