Patrik Antoni to be new CEO of IKEA India as Susanne Pulverer resigns

Swedish home furnishings retailer IKEA has appointed Patrik Antoni as CEO for India, effective August 2025.

Antoni will lead the company's growth plans in India, in this new structure, where the CEO will take the responsibility for retail operations in India and common topics across Ingka companies.

His experience in India, includes a 5-year stint as Deputy CEO. Antoni was part of the initial IKEA India retail team that opened the first IKEA store in Hyderabad. In 2018, Antoni went on to be General Manager of IKEA Russia, where he led all of Ingka operations.


"India is a truly unique market with immense potential for growth", said Patrik Antoni.

The appointment comes as IKEA accelerates its growth and expansion in the country.

Susanne Pulverer, current Country Retail Manager & CSO, has decided to move on and leave her role and IKEA. Susanne has 28-year journey at IKEA, with over 8 years spent in India across 3 different stints.

As per the company, the recruitment for Susanne’s successor is currently ongoing.