Commercial Space: Innovation, Market Challenges & Startup Success with Caylan Space

The Innovators & Investors Podcast

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Kenny Vassigh, founder of Caylan Space, to explore the evolving commercial space industry and the challenges startups face in connecting technologies with customers.

Drawing from his extensive NASA experience, Kenny discusses how Caylan Space’s platform streamlines the discovery and comparison of space products and services, facilitating a global marketplace for vendors and buyers.

They dive into key space applications such as Earth observation, lunar exploration, and satellite communications, highlighting the shift toward service-based models in the industry.

Kenny also offers practical advice for space tech entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, securing diverse funding sources including government grants and venture capital, and developing a minimum viable product to attract customers.

The conversation touches on the growing international collaboration in space programs and the critical role of mentorship and continuous learning for engineers entering this fast-paced sector.

This episode provides a comprehensive look at how innovation, market dynamics, and strategic adaptation are shaping the future of space commerce.

Learn more about Kenny's work at https://www.caylanspace.com/

Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-vassigh-b8a9a61/

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Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com