Everest Industries Limited has announced the appointment of Hemant Khurana as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership addition as the company looks to accelerate its transformation journey. Khurana brings with him over 20 years of experience in the building materials and construction solutions sector, with a proven record of scaling businesses, driving innovation, and leading growth strategies across global markets.
Before joining Everest Industries, Khurana spent nearly 24 years at Saint-Gobain, where he held senior positions including Managing Director, Director, and Board Member. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in founding and scaling the MyHome business in India, leading the Weber mortars and construction chemicals division, and shaping strategic growth initiatives across India and ASEAN markets. His contributions at Saint-Gobain positioned him as a key architect of the company’s expansion in the region.
Beyond his long association with Saint-Gobain, Khurana has actively contributed to the broader construction ecosystem in India. He has been an Investor and Advisor at Livspace, Director at Choksey Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., and the Founder of Constructec, a platform focused on leveraging technology to transform the building materials and construction industry.
His earlier career included leadership assignments at Reckitt and AkzoNobel, along with international roles in Malaysia and Singapore, which enriched his expertise in managing diverse markets and business environments.
With a career spanning across business transformation, value-chain innovation, and growth leadership, Khurana is well-positioned to guide Everest Industries into its next chapter. His appointment reflects the company’s ambition to strengthen its market position, embrace innovation, and deliver enhanced value to stakeholders.
By bringing together his deep industry knowledge, entrepreneurial outlook, and experience in leading large-scale organizations, Khurana is expected to play a central role in driving Everest Industries’ strategic agenda and reinforcing its leadership in the building materials and construction solutions space.
