Asia-Pacific - Executive Moves


Mclean, VA., May 15, 2023

Jackie_Yeaney_Iridium_BOD.jpgIridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM) today announced that Jacqueline Yeaney has been elected to the Iridium Board of Directors, effective May 4, 2023. As a director on the Iridium Board, Yeaney will contribute to the strategic direction of Iridium’s business alongside her fellow Board members.

Mesa, AZ., May 10, 2023

Louis Dubin.jpgDatum Systems, a global leader in low size, weight and power (SWaP) satellite and troposcatter modem products names Lou Dubin Vice President of Development and Marketing effective May 1, 2023.  Mr. Dubin will lead the company in expanding its leadership in the backdrop of the industry’s transformation of software defined solutions, global ubiquitous connectivity and multi-orbit satellite and non-line-of-sight communications needs.

Seoul, Korea May 8, 2023

Vishaal Mathur.jpgThe Asia-Pacific Satellite Communications Council (APSCC) announced the appointment of Vishaal Mathur as membership sales representative, augmenting its reach to the space and satellite industry in South Asia. The appointment is part of the organization’s initiative to substantially expand its membership and to strengthen representation in the region.

Solna, Sweden, May 4, 2023

Charlotta Sund.jpgThe Board of Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) has appointed Charlotta Sund as the new President and CEO of the SSC Group. She will take office during the autumn of 2023, and succeeds the current CEO Stefan Gardefjord who retires after twelve years in the company.

Melbourne, Australia, May 4, 2023

rory-strasko.jpegTelstra’s Finance and Strategy Executive Director Roary Stasko has been appointed as the new CEO of Telstra’s International business, starting 1 July.  

Seoul, Korea, May 3, 2023

Terry Bleakley.pngIn an election taking place over in April, the membership of the Asia-Pacific Satellite Communications Council (APSCC) has appointed Terry Bleakley as APSCC President. The appointment takes effect immediately and continues through the end of April 2025. Bleakley assumes the leadership of APSCC, succeeding Gregg Daffner in the position.

Herndon, VA. May 02, 2023

gI_114059_NewsImage_vcsPRAsset_3474840_114059_6dfb23f5-a046-4480-8b33-c76b55d9fd1c_0.pngST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, has announced four new strategic appointments, as the business strengthens its global leadership team. 

Dubai, UAE May 1, 2023

Ramsey Khanfour, CCO of ABS.jpgABS, a global satellite operator, announced today that Ramsey Khanfour has been appointed as the company’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), based at the head office in Dubai, UAE. Ramsey will be a key addition to the executive management team and will oversee global sales and marketing activities to drive the company’s next phase of growth as it navigates new markets, solutions and business models.

MELVILLE, N.Y. April 18, 2023

1629635759910.jpg(NASDAQ: CMTL) Comtech today announced the appointment of space industry veteran Nicole Robinson as a Chief Strategy Officer.

Carlsbad, Calif., April 13, 2023

Viasat_President_Guru_Gowrappan.jpgViasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), announced today that K. Guru Gowrappan has been appointed as the new company President, effective April 13, 2023. As President, Gowrappan will work closely with Mark Dankberg, Viasat’s Chairman of the Board and CEO in leading Viasat’s global operations and the company’s growth strategy.