Three SPI students & alumni were selected for Payload‘s inaugural Payload Pioneers list, which recognizes 30 rising stars in the space community under 30 years old.
Stephanie DelPozzo, an associate at Nextfed specializing in aerospace and defense, has merged her passions for policy and space by acting as a bridge between the scientific, policy, and finance sectors of the space community. Having closed over 40 M&A deals in two years, she also advocates for mental health and sober inclusivity within the DC space community.
Josh Ingersoll, senior manager of regulatory affairs at Astranis, seamlessly juggles between business, engineering, and policy while aiding in global telecommunications endeavors. Beyond this multifaceted role, he provides mentorship and promotes inclusivity in the space industry, emphasizing the value of diverse perspectives.
Shiv Patel champions innovative space tech as the government affairs lead at SpinLaunch, pushing for a shift from traditional rocket methods. Beyond his role, Patel actively contributes to space policy discussions, emphasizes the importance of diversity in the industry, and mentors students about careers in the DC space community.
SPI congratulates Stephanie, Josh, and Shiv for this recognition, and is thrilled to see SPI well-represented as 10% of the awardees.
