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Atlanta, GA, September 1, 2020–Encompass Digital Media, a global technology services company that delivers end-to-end video solutions to television networks, broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT service providers, appoints Jaz Wray to Sales Director covering Western USA and Canada. He brings more than 20 years combined experience in broadcast, media & entertainment and wireless telecom industries. Based in Southern California, Wray will manage existing clients as well as lead new business activities in his region. 

Zurich, Switzerland, August 25, 2020--The RUAG International Board of Directors has appointed André Wall as the new CEO. The 55 year old engineer  is currently CTO of the Spanish airline Iberia and will take over the management of RUAG International by 1 January 2021 at the latest. CFO Urs Kiener will continue to lead the company until the new CEO takes over.

Jacksonville, Fla., August 24, 2020--Redwire announced today the hiring of Al Tadros as its Chief Growth Officer and Executive Vice President of Space Infrastructure, effective August 24. Tadros will lead Redwire’s long-term growth strategy and business development activities, positioning the company for accelerated growth and market expansion. He will report to Redwire Chief Operating Officer Andrew Rush.

Washington, D.C. August 19, 2020--Speedcast Government (SCG) announced today the appointment of David Myers as incoming President and presumptive Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding Moe Abutaleb, its long-standing CEO.

Westminister, Colo.,  August 13, 2020 - Maxar Technologies today announced it has hired space industry veteran Jim McClelland to lead its newly established Mission Architecture function. In this leadership position reporting to Maxar CTO Dr. Walter Scott, McClelland will have a role that spans Maxar’s Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence businesses to bring the full breadth of the company’s capabilities to bear for its customers.

Reading, UK, August 11, 2020–Isotropic Systems  today announced it has appointed antenna development veteran and former Phasor CTO John-Paul (JP) Szczepanik as Senior Vice President of Engineering to spearhead the engineering development of the company’s multi-beam terminal leading to commercial launch in government, aero, maritime and telco markets.

El Segundo, Calif., August 7, 2020--Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings announced today that Dan Boehle has been named as the company’s Chief Financial Officer. Boehle will report directly to CEO and President Eileen P. Drake and will be based out of the corporate headquarters in El Segundo, California.

Sofia, Bulgaria, August 4, 2020--Orbital Connect, a global VSAT service provider announced that Krasimir Terziev joined the company. Terziev will become a Managing Partner responsible for executing sales strategies for the development of the satellite services and distribution of products of the leading hardware manufacturers.

Atlanta, GA, Aug. 4, 2020 – NXT Communications Corporation (NXTCOMM) announced today the appointment of Stephen Newell as its Chief Commercial Officer. He leads NXTCOMM sales, business development and product marketing efforts for its next-generation connectivity products, including the AeroMax^SM flat panel antenna for the commercial and defense aviation markets. 

McLean, Va., August 3, 2020 - Satellite operator Intelsat announced that Peter B. Davidson has joined the company as Vice President of Global Government Affairs and Policy. Based in the company’s McLean, Va. office, Davidson is responsible for leading the development of Intelsat’s government relations strategy globally, building relationships with individuals in the U.S. Congress and Administration, as well as international administrations and regulatory bodies that impact Intelsat’s business around the world.