Logitech International announced the appointment of Robin Piispanen as Global Head of Logitech G, the company’s gaming business, effective May 4, 2026. Piispanen’s appointment follows the planned retirement of Ujesh Desai, who has served as the division’s global leader since 2014.
Piispanen, who began his career as a professional gamer, brings nearly two decades of experience at Logitech. He served as Gaming leader for the Nordics region, head of Global Gaming Business Planning & Operations, and, most recently, as General Manager of Logitech G Simulation & Pro. He has been instrumental in driving innovations such as TRUEFORCE with DirectDrive and the PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE mouse, and in building community engagement programs like G Challenge and Playdays.
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“We are deeply grateful to Ujesh for building Logitech G into a global gaming powerhouse,” said Hanneke Faber, Logitech chief executive officer. “Robin is uniquely qualified to lead Logitech G’s next chapter, bringing proven leadership and a deep understanding of what gamers need.”
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“Thank you to Ujesh and Hanneke for giving me the incredible opportunity to lead a brand I truly love and believe in,” said Piispanen. “As a former pro player, I know first-hand the profound impact our products and experiences have. I look forward to building on Ujesh’s unique achievements and working with our world-class team to continue pushing the boundaries of gaming innovation.”
