Spectrum, Satellites & Strategy: The Rivada Playbook

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Space Insiders

Tony Sewell and Rob Ruyak

17 episodes

6 days ago

Space Insiders is your bi-weekly deep dive into the intersection of space, cloud technologies, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Tony Sewell and Rob Ruyak, both seasoned space-tech executives, this podcast features candid conversations with founders, investors, and entrepreneurs shaping the future beyond Earth. Whether you're launching a startup, investing in innovation, or just space-curious, Space Insiders gives you the behind-the-scenes insights you won’t hear anywhere else. New episodes drop every two weeks. Subscribe now and join the orbit! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or employer.

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Spectrum, Satellites & Strategy: The Rivada Playbook - Francis O'Flaherty

Space Insiders

46 minutes

4 months ago

Spectrum, Satellites & Strategy: The Rivada Playbook - Francis O'Flaherty

Summary
In this conversation, Tony and Rob chat with Francis about Rivada's journey over the past 20 years, focusing on the evolution of emergency communication solutions and the critical role of satellite technology in national security. He emphasizes the importance of building secure networks for government and enterprise customers, particularly in light of recent geopolitical events that have heightened the demand for such capabilities. The discussion also covers the challenges of funding in the space industry, strategies for selling to government clients, and the unique selling proposition of Rivada's solutions, which prioritize security and cost-effectiveness.

Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Rivada: From Communications to Space
13:27 Security and Sovereignty in Satellite Communications
20:40 Funding the Future: Financial Insights into Satellite Projects
24:22 Navigating Government Sales and Geopolitical Challenges
29:48 Selling Secure Networks: Tailoring Solutions for Customers
36:47 Cost-Effectiveness and Operational Efficiency in Satellite Networks

Rivada Space Networks
https://rivadaspace.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/francis-o-flaherty-a603b228/

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Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or employer.