Henkel appoints Hendrik Kohleick as President of the Asia-Pacific Region

Henkel has named Hendrik Kohleick as President of the Asia-Pacific region, effective May 2026. Based in Shanghai, Kohleick will build on Henkel’s strong momentum in the region and further drive the company’s growth across this dynamic and diverse market, one of Henkel’s most important globally.

Kohleick also serves as Regional Head of Finance for Henkel Asia-Pacific, a role he has held since 2023. He joined Henkel in 2011 as Head of Transformation for the Laundry & Home Care business and has since held a wide range of leadership roles across Europe and Asia-Pacific, spanning both business and functional departments. Before relocating to Shanghai to lead finance in the region, he was Head of Group Strategy and CEO Office at Henkel’s global headquarters in Düsseldorf. Kohleick holds a PhD in Business Administration from the University of Hamburg.

Kohleick brings a unique combination of a global perspective and a deep understanding of the Asia-Pacific region. His strategic mindset and collaborative approach position him well to support Henkel’s continued success in the region.

“I am honored and humbled to take on this new role,” said Kohleick. “Having spent nearly a third of my career in the region, I have always been excited by the tremendous opportunities in Asia-Pacific, which is at the forefront of many trends shaping the future. I look forward to working closely with our leadership team and colleagues across the region to reinforce Henkel’s strong position, create value for our customers, consumers and partners, and contribute to the company’s long-term growth.”