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XCF Global Strengthens Leadership to Accelerate Commercial Growth in Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Seasoned energy-transition executive Chris Cooper appointed Chief Executive Officer and Board Director Current XCF Board member, Wray Thorn, appointed Interim Board Chair to focus on strategy, growth, and capitalization New Rise Renewables founder ...
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