Dr. Nabih Cherradi is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the semiconductor and photovoltaic industries. For more than 34 years, he has been enhancing his extensive experience in equipment and production line management, alongside contributing significantly to business growth within the semiconductor and photovoltaic sectors.

Dr. Cherradi holds a Ph.D. in materials sciences from the University Henri Poincaré in Nancy, France and an MBA from the Business School of Nancy (France). His unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen signifies his exceptional capacity to bridge the divide between technology and the advancement of business strategies.

In addition to his role as an Advisor at GNFZ, Dr. Cherradi currently serves as the Group Chief Technology Officer at Desert Technologies and previously oversaw the manufacturing and the technological advancements and strategies for the group. Prior to joining Desert Technologies, Dr. Cherradi was the Founder and CEO of EmpowerSun, a Swiss-based photovoltaic energy consultancy, in addition to co-founding ISWT, a French solar developer company.

Dr. Cherradi boasts a multifaceted and illustrious career within the semiconductor and photovoltaic industries, marked by a steadfast commitment to technology, manufacturing excellence, and robust business development. He will bring a background of strong organizational leadership and entrepreneurial endeavors to GNFZ.