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Experienced Power Executive Joins Eltek Valere

October 28, 2008 by Jeff Shepard

David Leal, a power industry professional with many years of experience, has been selected as the new Director of North American Sales for Eltek Valere. In his new position, Leal will oversee the entire sales force and network of value added resellers in North America. He reports to Allen Pitts, Eltek Valere President for the Americas.

"I am excited to be working with a company so committed to setting the pace in the industry for green technology quot; Leal said. "Eltek Valere’s growing line of green products gives me an excellent platform to further expand our market share in North America."

Prior to joining Eltek Valere, Leal held the position of Director of Engineering, Power Systems for Power-One Inc. In this position, he directed a 70-person strong global engineering workforce with international sales throughout Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa and North America. During his seven years of employment with the company, he also worked in a number of different engineering and marketing positions in North America. Earlier in his career, Leal served as a Product & Engineering Manager with Invensys Energy Solutions Ltd. in Australia.

"Eltek Valere is committed to continued growth both globally and throughout the Americas," said Allen Pitts, Eltek Valere President for the Americas. "David’s background in marketing and engineering make him a key addition to our management team."