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Germany, Essen | 11-13 February
22 May 2024
CFP Energy
London, 21 May 2024: Today, CFP Energy is pleased to announce the appointment of Rafael Narezzi, formally our Chief Technology Officer, as the Managing Director of the Group's new cyber security tech business, Cyber Energia.
Rafael has been a member of the CFP Energy leadership team for the past three years, where he has played a pivotal role in driving technological advancements, enabling world-class customer experiences and fostering commercial growth. His leadership has also been instrumental in developing Cyber Energia, our bespoke SaaS solution that provides cyber security services to the renewable energy sector.
With Cyber Energia now poised for significant growth and expansion, Rafael's appointment comes at a crucial time. His vision and expertise will be key in scaling the business and platform to meet the increasing demand for robust cyber security solutions in the renewable energy market.
Jonathan Navon, co-founder at CFP Energy, commented:
"Rafael is an expert in cyber security with profound knowledge of the renewables sector. The increasing interconnectivity of renewable energy technologies has heightened their vulnerability to cyber threats, making robust protection essential. Cyber Energia was specifically designed to safeguard these critical assets from such attacks.
Rafael's extensive expertise and visionary leadership make him the ideal person to lead Cyber Energia into its next phase of growth and innovation."
Rafael Narezzi, Managing Director at Cyber Energia, commented:
"I am honoured and very excited to take on the role of Managing Director at such a pivotal time for Cyber Energia. The renewable energy sector faces unique cyber security challenges and our mission is to provide protection and support to ensure its continued growth and resilience. I look forward to leading Cyber Energia into its next chapter of innovation and expansion, and to working with our talented team to secure the future of renewable energy."
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