CXO Moves: Hansgrohe, ZEE, and HGC Welcome Visionary Leaders to Accelerate Growth 

The corporate landscape witnesses a strategic realignment with the recent appointments of seasoned professionals at the helm of leadership across key companies in India and Hong Kong, signaling ambitious growth and innovation agendas in their respective fields. 

Abdulkader Bengali: Steering Hansgrohe India Toward Market Expansion 

Hansgrohe Group, a global premium brand in bathroom and kitchen solutions, has named Abdulkader Bengali as Managing Director for its India operations effective August 18, 2025. Bengali’s appointment reflects Hansgrohe’s resolve to accelerate growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets. 

With over 20 years of leadership across building materials, construction, and manufacturing sectors, Bengali brings a rich blend of experience in business transformation and strategic growth. His previous roles include Chief Operating Officer at ALP Aeroflex and Business Director for Doka India and SAARC, where he expanded footprints and enhanced operational excellence. Bengali’s extensive career spans senior positions at AkzoNobel, Pidilite Industries, Owens Corning, and Saint-Gobain India, emphasizing sales, marketing, and business development. 

At Hansgrohe India, Bengali is tasked with aligning the company’s operations with its global vision while tailoring strategies to India’s dynamic market. His focus on innovation-led growth and deep customer engagement is expected to bolster Hansgrohe’s competitive position in the bathroom and kitchen sectors, catalyzing the firm’s expansion amid rising consumer demand for premium and sustainable solutions. 

Rohit Suri: Elevating ZEE Entertainment’s Human Capital 

In the media and entertainment sector, ZEE Entertainment has appointed Rohit Suri as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective May 12, 2025. Suri, a veteran with over 25 years of experience, is positioned to strengthen ZEE’s workforce capabilities and shape a future-ready organizational culture. 

Previously Head of Talent at Netflix India, Suri’s expertise lies in driving talent development, business transformation, and cultural integration across diverse geographies including South Asia, APAC, and Europe. At ZEE, Suri will spearhead innovative HR strategies aimed at fostering a high-performance, collaborative work environment aligned with the company’s core values and strategic ambitions. 

CEO Punit Goenka emphasized the significance of this appointment amid ZEE’s growth trajectory, highlighting the importance of human capital as the cornerstone of success. Suri’s leadership is expected to advance ZEE’s mission of building entrepreneurial culture and nurturing future leadership to sustain its competitive edge in the evolving media landscape. 

Argon Ho: Championing Digital Transformation at HGC Global Communications 

Over in Hong Kong, HGC Global Communications announced the appointment of Argon Ho as Chief Commercial Officer for its Group ICT Business on August 20, 2025. Ho, a distinguished figure with over 30 years in ICT, brings profound knowledge in strategic planning, cybersecurity, and enterprise software. 

Having led organizations like Check Point Software Technologies in Greater China and Cisco Hong Kong and Macau, Ho’s leadership will focus on accelerating AI-driven digital transformation, enhancing cybersecurity solutions, and expanding HGC’s regional and international footprint. His role includes leveraging HGC’s robust infrastructure and partnerships to deliver innovative ICT solutions tailored for mass market, corporate, and SME clients. 

HGC CEO Andrew Kwok described Ho’s appointment as pivotal to advancing the company’s ICT strategy and global connectivity goals. Ho’s vision centers on integrating emerging technologies and strengthening system integration to drive the Group’s horizontal and vertical growth in digital services, reinforcing HGC’s position as a leader in ICT innovation. 

Common Themes: Innovation, Growth, and Strategic Alignment 

These appointments illustrate how top-tier talent is critical in steering companies through dynamic market environments characterized by rapid technological change and evolving consumer preferences. Each leader exemplifies a blend of industry expertise, strategic vision, and operational excellence, aiming to drive sustainable growth and innovation. 

We wish these leaders long-term success in their new roles.