NanoLock Security Appoints Izhar Shay as Board Member Amidst Growing Demand for OT Cybersecurity

NanoLock Security, a global leader in Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity for industrial manufacturing companies and critical infrastructure, is proud to announce the appointment of Izhar Shay as a member of the company’s Board of Directors.

Izhar Shay, former Minister of Science and Technology and member of the Israeli parliament, brings with him extensive experience in technology, innovation, and public policy. As a serial entrepreneur and investor in the high-tech industry, Shay has helped build global technology companies and contributed significantly to the advancement of the Israeli tech ecosystem. Currently, Shay promotes the Next October initiative, which commemorates the memory of those fallen and murdered in the October 7 attack by connecting them to new Israeli technological ventures.

“We are excited to welcome Izhar Shay to our Board of Directors,” said Eran Fine, CEO of NanoLock Security. “I had the privilege of working with Izhar in the past and witnessed his immense contribution to building and growing technology companies. Izhar’s rich experience in the high-tech industry, along with his deep understanding of national and global cyber challenges, will help NanoLock accelerate its growth and expand its influence in the global security market.”

Izhar Shay commented on his appointment: “I am excited and curious to join NanoLock Security’s Board of Directors. The threats to critical infrastructures and manufacturing are increasing, and NanoLock’s innovative technology offers a crucial solution for protecting essential industrial assets. I look forward to working with the company’s leading team to expand its global operations and strengthen its position as a leader in OT security. The company has carved its place in the growing industry by bringing to market a unique and novel solution that addresses a massive need in distinctive ways.”

NanoLock Security, a portfolio company of Awz Ventures, specializes in securing industrial control systems against cyber threats, ensuring operational continuity and preventing shutdowns.

Awz Founder and Managing Partner Yaron Ashkenazi enthusiastically welcomes Izhar Shay’s addition to NanoLock’s leadership. “MK Shay’s extensive experience and leadership within the technology sector are invaluable to NanoLock. His expertise makes him an ideal partner as we continue to drive NanoLock’s mission forward. We are eager to benefit from MK Shay’s unique insights and the significant contributions he brings to the Board.”

Credit:Elad Malka