Momentive Names Ricardo Pravda as CHRO

Key highlights
  • Ricardo Pravda appointed as CHRO effective September 22, 2025.
  • Pravda previously led North American HR at Hikma Pharmaceuticals.
  • He has over 25 years of global HR experience.
  • Pravda holds an MBA in Human Resources Management.

Appointment Announcement

Ricardo Pravda has been appointed as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Momentive Performance Materials, effective September 22, 2025. In his new role, Pravda will lead the company's global HR strategy, focusing on employee engagement, talent and reward strategies, change management, organizational design, and succession planning.

Professional Background

Pravda joins Momentive from Hikma Pharmaceuticals, where he led the North American Human Resources function. With over 25 years of global HR experience, he has a proven track record in workforce transformation, building high-performing teams, and advancing people-focused initiatives across the pharmaceutical, consumer goods, and telecommunications industries.

Previous Experience

Before his tenure at Hikma, Pravda spent two decades at Catalent Pharma Solutions. There, he played a key role in the company's transformation from private equity to a public entity and led initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience.

Educational Background

Ricardo Pravda holds an MBA in Human Resources Management from Universidad del Salvador and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Universidad Argentina de la Empresa.

Source: Momentive

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