Nadav Zafrir named CEO of Check Point Software Technologies, while Gil Shwed takes over as executive chairman of the board
“A new chapter opens for Check Point. Effective immediately, I now take on the role of Executive Chairman, while Nadav takes the helm of running the company. I have known him for many years and am convinced that he is the ideal candidate to lead Check Point to new heights,” Gil Shwed said in a statement. “I have every confidence in the strategy, strength, leadership and talents of the company’s teams. Together, we will work to ensure that this new stage continues on the path to success.”
Co-founder and Managing Partner for years of Team8, a global venture capital fund, Nadav Zafrir has created and invested in numerous companies specializing in cybersecurity, data and AI, fintech and digital health. Prior to founding Team8, Mr. Zafrir established the Israeli Army’s Cyber Command and served as commander of the elite Unit 8200 before retiring at the rank of Brigadier General. A member of the board of directors of SolarEdge Technologies (after serving as chairman for five years), he has also served on the boards of 14 private cybersecurity companies.
