HOT Mobile Appoints Haran Lebavot as Chief Financial Officer
HOT mobile appoints Haran Lebavot as CFO and Head of Business Development following its 1.2 billion shekel acquisition by Delek Israel, Keystone Fund, and Leumi Partners.
HOT mobile has appointed Haran Lebavot as its new Chief Financial Officer and Head of Business Development. This strategic move follows the company's recent acquisition by Delek Israel, Keystone Fund, and Leumi Partners for 1.2 billion shekels, under the leadership of newly appointed CEO Dganit Kramer.
In his new role, Lebavot will oversee the company's financial operations, budgeting, and business development strategies. His responsibilities include identifying new commercial opportunities, managing investments, and implementing the company's updated business plan. The strategic roadmap focuses on strengthening the brand, enhancing customer service, accelerating commercial activity, and maximizing the utilization of the company's infrastructure.
Lebavot brings over 20 years of executive and economic experience across both the public and private sectors, specializing in telecommunications, finance, and regulatory affairs. His career includes serving as Senior VP of Economics at the Ministry of Communications between 2012 and 2017, where he spearheaded major industry reforms such as the wholesale market reform and the allocation of 4G cellular frequencies. He also served as CFO and Head of Regulation at Xfone 018 and held senior positions in the Budgets Division of the Ministry of Finance and the Prime Minister's Office.
Commenting on the appointment, HOT mobile CEO Dganit Kramer stated, "The joining of Haran Lebavot is a significant step in building the management team that will lead HOT mobile in the coming years. Haran brings rich financial and managerial experience, alongside deep familiarity with the telecommunications sector. He will be a central partner in implementing our business plan and driving growth."
