Space Nation is Your Gateway to Space
F E A T U R E D - I N:
Our Mission
Through our immersive programs, we're making the life-changing perspective of space accessible to adventurous spirits from all walks of life. We believe that experiencing the rigors and wonders of space exploration builds extraordinary leaders, strengthens teams, and inspires a deeper appreciation for humanity's next great frontier.
Ready to train like an astronaut? Join us for a 3-day space mission simulation led by former NASA astronauts. You'll push your limits, solve challenges, and work alongside other space enthusiasts in realistic mission scenarios.
Next mission launches soon - learn more below!
BEING AN ASTRONAUT IS MANY THINGS, BUT ABOVE ALL IT IS A MINDSET
“Being prepared and calmly facing the unexpected. Identifying, adapting and solving challenges. Working as a team for the common dream.”
Astronaut Gregory H. Johnson - Chief Space Advisor at Space Nation
SPACE NATION CREW
Kalle- Vaha Jakkolla
Captain & Co-Founder
Mazdak Nassir
Chief Creative Officer & Co-founder
Gregory H. Johnson
Chief Space Advisor
Stephan Reckie
Universal Sales Director
Jill Reckie
Head of Spaceport & Member Experience
Caitlin Burns
Executive Producer
Matt Wise
Communications and
Mission Control Operator
Morgan Kainu
Mission Operations Manager
Pradnesh Mhatre
Social Media Manager
Member Experience
Shreya Mane
Space Content Developer
Aisha Mir
Spaceport Community
Manager
Kirk Ludwick
General Counsel
PARTNERS
ADVISORS
Michael T. Suffredini, Houston
Former long-time Program Manager of International Space Station. CEO of Axiom Space building the first commercial space station
Laura Edwards, San Francisco
Top 50 Space Tech Leader. A global innovation & strategic partnerships
executive consulting leading technology & media companies
Peter Vesterbacka, Helsinki-Shanghai
Creator of Angry Birds brand and phenomenon. Heavy weight support for
branding, marketing and partnerships.
Mary Lynne Dittmar, Washington D.C
Dr. Mary Lynne Dittmar is Vice-President of Axiom Space, former President
and CEO of the Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE).
Shann Biglione, New York
Marketing strategist, worked client and agency side, delivering creative,
content, tech & media strategies for some of the world's biggest brands.
Cathy Hawley, Denver
Strategic leader in proactive human resources management: training and
development, multi-site/multi-national management coaching.
John Barbera, San Francisco
Digital and television industry veteran. Former President of Turner
Broadcasting Sales, President of 24/7 RealMedia
Dan Lopez, San Francisco
From the International Space Station to Times Square, expertise in building
& managing global business development, product, & devops teams.
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