Asia-Pacific - Executive Moves


Gaziemir, Izmir, January 26, 2023

Zero-Density-Names-Brad-Rumler-Vice-President-of-Sales-Business-Development-US-Canada-1.jpgWe’re excited to announce that Brad Rumler is joining Zero Density as Vice President of Sales & Business Development for the US & Canada.

Tukwila, Wash, January 24, 2023

Tim_Kienberger_LeoStella_CEO.jpg()--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.

Fairbanks, Alaska, January 24, 2023

Wade photo.jpgWade Albright has been named director of the Alaska Satellite Facility at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute.

Oxfordshire, UK, January 24, 2023

Andrew_Faiola_400x400.jpgAstroscale Ltd., the UK and European subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings Inc. (“Astroscale”), the market leader in satellite servicing and long-term orbital sustainability, announces Andrew Faiola as Commercial Director, effective immediately.

Huntsville, AL, January 23, 2023

Jeffrey Max.jpg

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-Marcus_Wheelwright.jpgRiedel 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

Ofir Benovici.jpgToday Zero Density, an industry leader 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, 16 January, 2023

steven rutgers_1673950531copy.jpgArianespace has appointed Steven Rutgers to serve as its next Chief Commercial Officer.

Tokyo, Japan, January 16, 2023

Profile_Eddie-Kato-768x576.jpgAstroscale Japan Inc. (“Astroscale Japan”), a subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings Inc. (“Astroscale”), the market leader in satellite servicing and long-term orbital sustainability across all orbits, announces Eddie Kato as President and Managing Director, effective February 1, 2023. 

Wuppertal, Germany, January 11, 2023

Abdul_Hadi-Headshot.jpgMoving to further strengthen its presence and support capabilities in the Middle East, Riedel Communications has appointed Abdul Hadi to serve as regional sales manager, with a focus on Qatar and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Abdul Hadi will manage key accounts for Riedel in the install sector and help the company to continue building its footprint in the AV market and other verticals.