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Galina Antova is a Bulgarian-Israeli executive and a key figure in the industrial cybersecurity sector, best known as a co-founder of Claroty, an Israeli-based company specializing in protecting operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems from cyber threats. She previously served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the company. Established in 2015, Claroty under Antova's leadership focused on innovative product strategies to secure critical infrastructure in industries like energy, manufacturing, and utilities. Her expertise in product strategy, operations, finance, cybersecurity, and venture building, drawing from experience in the Israeli startup scene and her background in finance and operations from startups in the cybersecurity and tech industries, helped position Claroty as a global leader in OT cybersecurity, addressing the unique challenges of converging IT and OT environments. Antova collaborated closely with co-founder Yoav Leitersdorf, contributing to the company's rapid growth, its recognition in the cybersecurity field, and was involved in early product development. Prior to Claroty, Antova built a career in technology and product management, though specific earlier roles are not widely documented. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for cybersecurity in industrial settings, reflecting a deep understanding of both technical and strategic aspects of the field. Based in Israel, Antova's contributions have been instrumental in advancing protections against sophisticated cyber risks targeting industrial operations. She continues to influence the sector through her professional network and insights into emerging threats.