RiT Technologies names Yossi Ben-Harosh President and Chief Executive Officer

RiT Technologies Ltd., a leading provider of IIM and structured cabling solutions and the developer of an innovative indoor optical wireless technology solution (Beamcaster), has announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously approved the appointment of Yossi Ben-Harosh as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Ben-Harosh replaces Motti Hania, who has resigned to pursue other opportunities.

Thursday, 9th July 2015 Posted 9 years ago in by Phil Alsop

“The Board of Directors is excited that Yossi has agreed to join RiT and eager to work closely with a proven leader during this important and exciting time in our history. Yossi brings to RiT tremendous experience and success gained during his more than 20 years as an executive in the high-tech industry," said Sergey Anisimov, Chairman of RiT Technologies. “On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Motti Hania for his service during a very challenging period for RiT. I wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

Motti Hania said, “Throughout my tenure, I have worked closely with the Board to assemble an effective team and develop new, innovative products, with the goal of enabling RiT to achieve sustainable growth. With RiT moving positively towards stable growth, I believe the time is right to transition to a new leader that brings both the necessary energy and experience to drive further improved results. I am grateful to the Board of Directors for their active participation and cooperation in helping develop a thoughtful turnaround plan for the Company.”

Mr. Ben-Harosh, 52, held roles of increasing responsibility over the past six years with Amdocs, most recently serving as President of the Global Operation Division and preceding that, he was President of Global Customer Operations Management. Prior to joining Amdocs in 2009, Mr. Ben-Harosh was President and CEO of Telrad Networks LTD from 2006 – 2009. Before joining Telrad, he served as a project manager at TEVA Pharmaceutical Industries LTD. Mr. Ben-Harosh holds an MBA from Bar-Ilan University and a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering & Management from Ben-Gurion University.

Mr. Ben-Harosh said, “Having made favorable progress within its core network infrastructure business over the past year, coupled with the positive strides it has made with Beamcaster, RiT is well-positioned to accelerate growth. I look forward to setting both the strategic direction and leading the team to increased success and continuing to improve RiT’s added-value to our customers.”