Thomas C. Knobel
Chairman & CEO

Born in Switzerland, Thomas founded his first company at age 7, a fresh food delivery business. His inherent entrepreneurial spirit has led him to start several businesses throughout his life. His first corporation was founded in Switzerland, PowerSoft, a computer and video game software company. In 1994, after realizing that entrepreneurial talent is more appreciated across the globe, Thomas moved to the United States in order to live "the American Dream".

As NobelTel's CEO, Thomas successfully founded several business divisions and launched multiple products. Nobel's online prepaid businesses, NobelCom.com and EnjoyPrepaid.com, are recognized as leading prepaid telecommunications websites. Nobel's products are anchored by its own facilities-based carrier division. NobelTel operates a global TDM/VoIP network, selling to and purchasing from leading telecommunications carriers. Today, Thomas is involved in developing new business models and establishing relationships with key partners in throughout the world. Thomas was educated in Switzerland, and holds a B.S. in Business Management from Babson College in Massachusetts.

Michael P. Knobel
President/COO

Swiss-born Michael Knobel finished his education in Switzerland in 1999. After gaining experience in various areas of business, his fascination for dynamic businesses and his international experience led him to join Nobel in 2002 as the Manager of NobelTel's South American Office. Being fluent in seven languages is just one of his strengths when dealing in the international business environment. Michael followed his vision of bringing VoIP to South America by opening and operating Nobel branches in Sao Paulo and Buenos Aires in 2002 and 2003. His technical and operational expertise has led Michael to ever-increasing responsibilities within Nobel. Today, Michael is in charge of NobelTel's Global Telecom and Carrier Operations, as well as contributing to Nobel's European Distribution Division. He works out of the Eastern European headquarters in Bucharest and is strongly involved in the implementation of all automation pieces into the NobelTel network.

Cristina Preda
Managing Director

With strong expertise in International Business and Economics, Cristina Preda took over NobelTel's Eastern European Headquarters in Bucharest in 2003. In just 18 months, she grew the number of team members from 20 to over 200. From a very young age Cristina started winning awards for participation in various management courses and seminars worldwide. Ms Preda's background includes both sales of high technology equipment and overseeing teams and budgets. Her international experience is ideal for managing the operational relationship between the Eastern European office and NobelTel's various global offices.

Johanna Florea
VP of Sales and Business Development

With 10 years of managing experience , Johanna Florea joined Nobel's headquarter in Bucharest in 2004 as a Routing Manager. Johanna has a Bachelor Degree and a Master of Arts in Management and also graduated post universitary studies in Marketing. Due to her educational background, her strong management and leadership skills she was able to build new departments within the company, motivate the teams as a stong leader and had an active role in changing the business structure of the company.