Net Element, Inc. announced that Roman Shakirov has been appointed the Chief Financial Officer of Net Element Russia and emerging markets. Mr. Shakirov is a highly experienced financial professional with over 13 years of experience in finance and management. He brings to the Company his extensive background in corporate finance, treasury, financial planning and analysis, tax, strategic planning and risk management. Prior to joining Net Element, Mr. Shakirov held senior positions at several leading multinational companies, including: Cherkizovo Group; Gallery Group; Ernst & Young and Grant Thornton. Mr. Shakirov will lead Net Element Russia and emerging market financial operations and regional finance teams. He will report directly to Jonathan New, CFO of Net Element, Inc.