I am a space enthusiast and a passionate advocate for the commercialisation of space technology.
I passionately believe in the potential of the
space sector to add societal and financial
value for all humanity.
Stirling Forbes - CEO
Stirling Forbes has a track record in entrepreneurialism and dedication across the value chain to the space industry.
He has a Master of Science in Space Studies degree from the International Space University in Strasbourg, France, and a First Class honours BSc degree from University College London in the History and Philosophy of Science where his thesis was on the commercialisation and militarisation of space.
Over the last five years, Stirling has established a wide network in the space, commercial and marketing sector, building numerous relationships with influential people in those industries, both in person and through LinkedIn. His network extends to over 140 individual space companies alongside over 1100 connections in a CEO, Founder or President Role.
Space Publications
Stirling Forbes has written or contributed to several well-received thought papers on the future of the space industry and methods to accelerate its growth within the decade.
In addition our CEO has made contributions to several highly respected reports on the satellite ecosystem within the space sector.
Testimonials for Stirling Forbes
Walter Peeters
Professor of Space
Business and Management
"His idea was selected by a jury of experts in entrepreneurship as the best one of those presented and has led to the creation of his own start‐up"
Nicolas Peter
ISU President
"Stirling demonstrated excellent communication abilities and
leadership skills ... he is able to showcase ongoing achievements and potential of the space domain, and to foster collaboration and exchange with other nations and organisations internationally."
Alexis Conte
Managing Consultant
"Very good potential, proactive,
and interested in elements of strategy, participation in important events and a connection to the
ecosystem of players"
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Hugh Hill
Professor of
Space Science
"Of the 1,400 MSc students I have taught since coming to ISU in 2002, I would comfortably place him in the top 5%, both academically and in terms of his talent. Stirling is intelligent, hard-working, reliable, honest and highly motivated."
Advisory Board
Decades of marketing and global sponsorship experience.
