In this conversation, Jordan Vannitsen, co-founder and CEO of Odyssey Space, shares his journey from a passionate dreamer of space to leading a startup that provides laser communication solutions for satellites. He discusses the challenges faced in transitioning from consultancy to developing a scalable product, the technical hurdles in creating laser communication technology, and the importance of partnerships in deploying ground stations. Vannitsen emphasizes the growing market for laser communication, its advantages over traditional radio frequency communication, and his vision for the future of connectivity in space, aiming to connect human assets beyond Earth by 2030.

In this episode of Space to Grow, we sit down with Safouane Benamer, co-founder and CEO of OPUS Aerospace. Discover how this innovative company is developing small launchers to make space more accessible. Learn about their suborbital rocket, Messange, and their future plans for Sterne, a rocket designed to deliver 200 kg to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).Join us as we dive into:The challenges and opportunities in the new space economy.OPUS Aerospace's innovative approach to rocket design.The growing demand for small satellite launches.Advice for aspiring space entrepreneurs.Don't miss this insightful conversation with one of the brightest minds in the space industry. Subscribe for more episodes featuring the pioneers shaping the future of space exploration.

In this episode, I sit down with Claudio Piazzai, co-founder and COO of Involve Space, a company pioneering stratospheric balloon technology. We discuss his journey, his insights on entrepreneurship and how Involve Space is shaping the future of stratospheric exploration in both Europe and the US.