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CIGS innovator MiaSolé to expand in EMEA region
Michael Povlin has been appointed as Director Sales and Marketing to lead marketing strategy and sales execution throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa
MiaSolé has promoted Michael Povlin to Director Sales and Marketing EMEA.
The company says this appointment emphasises its continued strategy to expand its business globally and to execute on strategic, international partnerships.
Povlin has a vast knowledge of the solar and technology industries, with more than 20 years of international management experience at high-tech companies.
Povlin also has proven experience in market development and sales strategies in Germany and throughout EMEA, having previously served as the director of sales and marketing EMEA at Abound Solar. Prior to joining Abound Solar, Povlin held management positions at Integrated Device Technology, Tensilicia and Intel.
"MiaSolé's 14% efficiency solar panels are the best thin film solution for European free field and rooftop applications, and Michael's appointment underscores our commitment to the European market," says Rich Hossfeld, Vice President of Sales and Business Development for MiaSolé.
"Michael's experience will be integral in further driving the growth of our company as well as enhancing the value and service we offer our customers. I look forward to working with Michael to develop strategies to drive our sales execution throughout EMEA and deliver the lowest levelised cost of electricity."
MiaSolé recently announced that it has achieved a major thin film efficiency milestone of 14% in CIGS production, representing a greater than 30 percent increase year over year.
