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Boston, Mass.,  February 7, 2023 - Anokiwave, Inc., a manufacturer  of highly integrated silicon ICs for millimeter-wave (mmW) ICs, today announced the appointment of two prominent semiconductor industry executives to its Board of Directors and Advisors. The new board members are both accomplished executives with strong technology, management, financial, and strategic growth experience in the high-technology market.

Wuppertal, Germany, January 27, 2023 — Riedel Communications today announced that Rick Seegull has been promoted to the role of SVP technology and business development for the Americas. Seegull was previously the VP of system consulting for the Americas, where he managed the team of system consultants and project engineers to design, install, and support numerous innovative installations throughout the Americas. In his new role, Seegull will be responsible for the overall direction of Riedel within the Americas, with respect to technology and business development. He will focus on technology trends and the future direction of Riedel Communications, working closely with customers, channel partners and the product management team.

Burbank, Calif. January 26, 2023 - PSSI Global Services, a live event management, transmission, production and connectivity provider serving clients across the globe, has welcomed Jason Caldwell to its team as a project manager in the company’s Strategic Television division.

Fairbanks, Alaska. January 24, 2023 - Wade Albright has been named director of the Alaska Satellite Facility at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute.

Tukwila, Wash. January 24, 2023 --LeoStella, a U.S.-based specialized satellite design and manufacturing company, has appointed aerospace and technology industry leader Tim Kienberger to succeed Mike Hettich as CEO. Hettich has retired from LeoStella after leading the company since 2019.

Oxfordshire, UK, January 24, 2023 – Astroscale Ltd., the UK and European subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings Inc. a satellite servicing and long-term orbital sustainability provider, announces Andrew Faiola as Commercial Director, effective immediately.

Huntsville, AL., January 23, 2023 - Orbital Assembly (OA), developer of automated and habitable space platforms today announced that Jeffrey Max, serial tech entrepreneur, investor, and chief executive officer (CEO) of Ascent Solar Technologies (NASDAQ: ASTI) has joined its board of directors.

Wuppertal, Germany January 19, 2023 - Riedel Communications today announced that Marcus Wheelwright has joined the company as vice president of customer success for the Americas. In his new role, Wheelwright will manage customer success operations for the Americas, increasing customer satisfaction by creating frictionless experiences for customers throughout their journey with Riedel, including initial demos, training, delivery, and post-sales support.

Izmir, Turkey. January 18, 2023 - Today Zero Density, a provider of in real-time virtual production and broadcast graphics products, has appointed Ofir Benovici as new Chief Executive Officer. Benovici will oversee the company’s commercial and product strategy, operations, and ongoing geographical expansion. He’ll also manage the company portfolio as Zero Density targets new verticals and markets.

Evry, France, January 16, 2023 - Arianespace has appointed Steven Rutgers to serve as its next Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). He reports to Stéphane Israël, Chief Executive Officer of Arianespace, and joins the company’s Executive Committee.