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https:\/\/wp.fifu.app\/southafricatoday.net\/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYWZyaWNhLW5ld3Nyb29tLmNvbS9hZnJpY2FyYy9sb2dhbmFseXRpY3M_cHJlc3NfaWQ9MjYwNTUwJnByZXNzX3NvdXJjZT1FbmVyZ3klMjBDYXBpdGFsJTIwJiUyMFBvd2Vy\/6b7d15f07019\/energy-capital-power-ecp-proudly-announces-the-appointment-of-devi-paulsen-as-chief-executive-officer-ceo.webp?p=150026&amp;w=1600&amp;h=0&amp;c=0 1600w\" fifu-data-src=\"https:\/\/wp.fifu.app\/southafricatoday.net\/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYWZyaWNhLW5ld3Nyb29tLmNvbS9hZnJpY2FyYy9sb2dhbmFseXRpY3M_cHJlc3NfaWQ9MjYwNTUwJnByZXNzX3NvdXJjZT1FbmVyZ3klMjBDYXBpdGFsJTIwJiUyMFBvd2Vy\/80578718c4df\/energy-capital-power-ecp-proudly-announces-the-appointment-of-devi-paulsen-as-chief-executive-officer-ceo.webp?p=150026\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>Energy Capital &amp; Power (ECP)\u00a0(<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/energycapitalpower.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/EnergyCapitalPower.com<\/a>) is proud to announce the appointment of Devi Paulsen-Abbott as the new CEO of Africa\u2019s premier investment platform for the energy sector.\u00a0Committed towards ECP\u2019s core values of equity, diversity, and inclusion, Paulsen\u2019s appointment is poised to showcase her unwavering commitment towards prioritizing partnerships, seeking innovative solutions and accelerating business. Boasting a 20-year career in the media and events sector, and with considerable experience in publishing and acquisitions, Paulsen-Abbott commenced her position as ECP CEO on 29 May.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cExceptional leadership embodies the core values that have driven ECP\u2019s success for many years. Devi\u2019s appointment as ECP\u2019s new CEO will undoubtedly hone our strategic direction, grow and develop our organization, strengthen our partnerships, and build new relationships. We are very excited to have her lead our dedicated team,\u201d according to ECP Chairperson Kelly-Anne Mealia.<\/p>\n<p>Dedicated towards creating and delivering platforms that drive economic development and investment in Africa, Paulsen-Abbott has a deep understanding of emerging markets, having successfully conceptualized and developed hundreds of international specialist event products throughout her impressive career.<\/p>\n<p>Paulsen-Abbott was selected as CEO through a rigorous and competitive selection process conducted by renowned recruitment firm Odgers Berndtson. The comprehensive search identified her as the standout candidate, possessing a unique combination of industry expertise and a track record of success.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is my honor and extreme pleasure to join ECP\u2019s strong leadership team. As one of the most important platforms for energy development in Africa, ECP\u2019s incomparable success in the energy and power landscape throughout the continent will continue to accelerate the company\u2019s strategic drive towards promoting development throughout the continent and bringing wealth to Africa,\u201d Paulsen-Abbott notes.<\/p>\n<p>As CEO, she will take part in developing strategies and visions that showcase Africa\u2019s opportunities in core sectors such as energy development, mining, transport, infrastructure and trade. A passionate advocate for the growth and development of women in Africa\u2019s energy sector, her progressive leadership is set to deliver value to ECP\u2019s clients and uphold the company\u2019s excellence in the world of energy investment and sustainable development.<\/p>\n<p><span dir=\"ltr\">Her appointment comes ahead of ECP\u2019s exciting lineup of 2023 events, which includes\u00a0South Sudan Oil &amp; Power 2023 (<a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3CyIyvp\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3CyIyvp\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3cyiyvp\">https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3CyIyvp<\/a>), taking place in Juba from 14-16 June;\u00a0Angola Oil &amp; Gas 2023 (<a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3yWXf9D\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3yWXf9D\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3ywxf9d\">https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3yWXf9D<\/a>), held in Luanda from 13-14 September; and\u00a0MSGBC Oil, Gas &amp; Power 2023 (<a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3JgEQu3\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3JgEQu3\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3jgequ3\">https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3JgEQu3<\/a>), which will take place in Nouakchott from 21-22 November. Furthermore, Paulsen\u2019s tenure will include oversight of impactful events including\u00a0the Global Black Impact Summit 2023 (<a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3Jkq0Tp\" href=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3Jkq0Tp\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3jkq0tp\">https:\/\/apo-opa.info\/3Jkq0Tp<\/a>), which will be held in collaboration with the Black Impact Foundation, and\u00a0African Energy Week 2023 (<a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/AECWeek.com\/\" href=\"https:\/\/aecweek.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/aecweek.com\/\">https:\/\/AECWeek.com\/<\/a>), organized in partnership with the African Energy Chamber and taking place in Cape Town from 18-21 October.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><i>Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital &amp; Power.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/energycapitalandpower.africa-newsroom.com\/press\/energy-capital-and-power-ecp-proudly-announces-the-appointment-of-devi-paulsen-as-chief-executive-officer-ceo?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source<\/a><br \/>\n<br \/>South Africa Today Africa \u2013 Southern Africa <a title=\"Angola\" href=\"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/africa-news\/category\/southern-africa\/angola\/\">Angola<\/a> News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Energy Capital &amp; Power (ECP)\u00a0(https:\/\/EnergyCapitalPower.com) is proud to announce the appointment of Devi Paulsen-Abbott as the new CEO of Africa\u2019s premier investment platform for the energy sector.\u00a0Committed towards ECP\u2019s core values of equity, diversity, and inclusion, Paulsen\u2019s appointment is poised to showcase her unwavering commitment towards prioritizing partnerships, seeking innovative solutions and accelerating business. 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