Hero MotoCorp Appoints Srihari Mulgund as Chief Strategy Officer
Hero MotoCorp appointed Srihari Mulgund as Chief Strategy Officer, effective August 17, 2026. Mulgund brings over 24 years of automotive experience and previously led strategy at EY-Parthenon.
The appointment of a Chief Strategy Officer can have a significant impact on the company's future direction and strategic initiatives, especially given the appointee's extensive experience in the automotive sector and new-age mobility.
The appointment of a new Chief Strategy Officer is a standard management change and does not inherently indicate a positive or negative shift in the company's performance or outlook.
Hero MotoCorp Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Srihari Mulgund as the Chief Strategy Officer of the company, effective August 17, 2026.
Following his appointment, Mr. Mulgund will join the Leadership Team of Hero MotoCorp Limited and will be designated as Senior Management under the Listing Regulations. He brings over 24 years of experience in engineering, product development, and strategy planning within the global automotive sector, with extensive work experience across the USA, Japan, China, and India.
Prior to joining Hero MotoCorp, he was a Partner at EY-Parthenon, where he led strategic engagements across EV, battery, ICE, supply value chain, and new-age mobility ecosystems. His previous roles include key positions at Aisin AW, FEV Inc., and serving as President of Ricardo Strategic Consulting, India. Mr. Mulgund holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, an MS from the University of Toledo, and an MBA from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
He has authored thought-leadership papers on battery swapping, software-defined vehicles, alternate battery chemistry, and hydrogen ICE technologies. His expertise is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the company's strategic initiatives, including its 'House of Strategy'.
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