Mr. Schiff takes over management responsibility for Kenya, and Africa’s, largest wind powerplant following the exit of Mr.Phylip Leferink, who served for two years during his second term as CEO, which ended on 31st March 2024.
Speaking on the new appointment, theChairman of the Board, Mr. Mugo Kibati noted that the decision was well informed. “As CEO, Max will lead the operational and strategic direction of LTWP. He will provide oversight of all business functions within the organization.
In managing multiple power projects and companies,he has demonstrated strong capabilities in ensuring plantreliability and safety, while buildingcapital strength, enhancing shareholder value, and overseeing effective strategy implementation.
His track record includes delivery of improved performance of business units and high value projects in Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Egypt, Malawi, Sudan, and Eritrea.Mr. Schiff sees theLTWPCEO position as an opportunity “to strengthen LTWP’s ambitions to deliver on its promises with integrity and purpose while setting a positive example as an energy provider and employer that plays a critical role in the Kenyan and regionalenergy transition.”