Michael is Director of Business Development & Product at Kepler Communications, leading international sales and product strategy for Kepler’s optical data relay network and hosted payload business. He works with satellite operators, mission developers, and government partners to enable real-time data delivery from orbit through optical communications infrastructure. With more than a decade of experience across the space and aerospace sectors, Michael has held leadership roles spanning business development, programme delivery, and mission development for both satellite and defence platforms. Prior to Kepler, he led the Space Services business at Spire Global, supporting RF and optical satellite missions for government and commercial customers. Earlier in his career at Leonardo, he worked on advanced radar, electronic warfare, and infrared targeting systems for multiple European fast jet platforms.