In a major industry shake-up, Himanshu Tandon, who has been serving as Head of Poco India, has stepped down from his position after three years of successful leadership. Tandon is set to leave his role as POCO India CEO and take charge of Nothing’s sub-brand CMF in India, marking a significant talent acquisition for Carl Pei’s smartphone company.
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Himanshu Tandon’s Career Transition
| Position | Company | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Head of Sales | Poco India | 2019-2022 |
| CEO/Head | Poco India | 2022-2025 |
| Upcoming Role | CMF by Nothing | August 2025 |
| Focus Area | India Operations | Strategic expansion |
Poco’s Leadership Journey
He has been one of the founding team members of Poco and even served as India head since 2022, transforming the sub-brand into one of Xiaomi’s most successful ventures in recent years. Under his leadership, Poco established itself as a distinct gaming-focused brand targeting young consumers with flagship-level performance at competitive prices.
Himanshu Tandon, the man who helped make POCO one of Xiaomi’s rare success stories in recent years, is making a bold career move. His strategic vision helped Poco capture significant market share in India’s competitive smartphone segment.
Impact on Nothing and CMF
This move represents a strategic coup for Nothing, as Tandon brings extensive India market expertise to CMF’s expansion plans. Tandon’s exit is the second senior-level departure from Xiaomi India in under a year, indicating broader industry talent movement.
CMF by Nothing, the affordable sub-brand launched by Carl Pei’s company, aims to democratize premium design and features. Tandon’s appointment signals Nothing’s serious commitment to capturing India’s price-sensitive market segment.
Industry Implications
This leadership transition highlights the intensifying competition in India’s smartphone market, where experienced executives are becoming valuable assets for emerging brands. Nothing’s aggressive talent acquisition strategy demonstrates its ambition to challenge established players like Xiaomi, Samsung, and OnePlus.
The move also reflects the growing importance of India as a strategic market for global smartphone brands seeking growth opportunities.
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FAQs
When will Himanshu Tandon join Nothing’s CMF division?
He’s expected to join CMF by Nothing in August 2025 to head India operations.
What role did Tandon play at Poco India?
He served as CEO/Head since 2022 and was a founding team member who established Poco’s distinct identity.
