AAK has appointed Hargovind Adhikari as Director – HR AMEA (Asia, Middle East, and Africa).
“I am excited to share that I have joined AAK as Director of Human Resources, AMEA,” Adhikari shared on LinkedIn. “I am drawn by AAK’s Co-Development spirit—walking the value chain “from plant to brand.”, Innovation that blends real and virtual to speed impact, and Collaboration that builds with, not just for, partners.”
Adhikari spent his week with AAK in Malmö, Sweden, connecting with AAK’s global HR team and seems appreciative of the happy welcome he received from his new team members.
“Their warmth, openness, and encouragement made me feel instantly part of something larger. I am grateful for the inspiring conversations that set the tone for this journey,” said Adhikari.
Prior to joining AAK, Adhikari was a part of Mondelēz International for nearly five years. He joined the company in December 2020 as Global People Lead RDQ (BGCM). In April 2022, he was elevated to the position of Global People Lead R&D and AMEA, HR Lead R&D.
“Five years. Countless lessons. One word: grateful,” said Adhikari, expressing his gratitude. “At Mondelez, I was fortunate to have mentors who believed in me, teammates who raised the bar every day, and experiences that shaped both the professional and the person. Thank you—for the trust, the learning, and the friendships that will always stay.”
For over ten years, Adhikari was affiliated with Citi. He became a part of Citi in November 2010 as Human Resources Generalist – Lead Business Partner, followed by his ascension to Human Resources Generalist – Lead Business Partner in July 2013.
In December 2014, Adhikari became Human Resources Generalist – Lead Business Partner at Citi. He then became Human Resources Lead – HR Strategy & Planning in August 2016. Later, in January 2019, Adhikari was appointed as Talent, Performance, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor.
Additionally, Adhikari has worked for Aon Hewitt in the past, first as a Consultant (April 2008 to August 2010) and then as a Senior Consultant (July 2010 to October 2010).
