Hari V. Krishnan steps down from the CEO position at PropertyGuru, a prop-tech company based in Singapore. Lewis Ng is appointed as the new CEO of the company and is set to start in March 2025, as confirmed by the firm. A new Board of Directors is also appointed by the PropertyGuru.
Hari’s Accomplishments at PropertyGuru
Hari was with PropertyGuru for a decade and has stepped down to pursue his interests. Hari has played a pivotal role in the transformation of the company from a start-up to one of the leading prop-tech companies in Southeast Asia. He led multiple funding rounds along with listing the company on the New York Stock Exchange. Hari expressed his gratitude and confidence toward the company. He stated that it is the right time to hand over the role to a new leader. Hari will continue as the senior advisor after the appointment of the new CEO.
Lewis Ng Appointed as the New CEO
Lewis Ng is the new CEO of PropertyGuru from March 2025. He brings to the table over 20 years of experience in the technology industry across Asia. Before joining PropertyGuru, he worked with several global companies like Apple and TripAdvisor. He has a proven track record of significantly impacting start-ups. Therefore, his expertise is undeniable, making him the ideal candidate to lead the group.
New Chairman of PropertyGuru
Furthermore, Trevor Mather has been appointed as the new Chairman of the company. He brings expertise in driving growth in the digital marketplace. Trevor is the former CEO of Auto Trader. The UK company was transformed into a digital platform that framed him as the leader in the automotive industry.
PropertyGuru’s Board of Directors
Following Hari’s resignation and the appointment of Lewis as the new CEO, a new Board of Directors has been established. They are Janice Leow, Partner at EQT Private Capital Asia, and Ed Williams, the Founder of Rightmove and Chairman of Trade Me.
PropertyGuru is set to bring more innovation to the Prop-tech industry with the new leadership team. With Lewis’s experience with the Asian marketplace, the company is ready to drive more growth and deliver quality to property seekers. Hari’s contribution towards the growth and innovation of the group is invaluable, and based on his strong foundation, future opportunities will be explored.
