Melissa Quinn

Bio

Melissa Quinn is the Managing Director of Slingshot Aerospace Ltd, a space domain awareness and space traffic coordination company. Melissa runs the international arm of US headquartered Slingshot Inc, and is driving the company’s global expansion to deliver space sustainability through empowering military, Government and commercial space organizations with actionable space data and insights.

Previously, as Director of Spaceport Cornwall, Melissa’s purpose-driven leadership was
instrumental in advancing the development of the UK launch industry resulting in the country’s first satellite launch this year. Melissa has a wealth of experience in space operations, a deep understanding of the space industry, and a background in business and economics, establishing her as a known leader in the space industry.

Melissa is passionate about the role of space in improving life on Earth, as well as sustainable uses of space in order to protect it for future generations. She fosters this through outreach to young people, specifically young girls interested in STEM careers. Melissa was instrumental in leading Spaceport’s STEM initiative, which led to the organization being awarded the Educational Project of the Year award by the Satellite Innovation Group in 2022. She is part of TEC girls, Women in Aerospace and is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.

Melissa holds a Master of Science Degree from the London School of Economics. She is a recognized thought leader in the space industry and has been a keynote speaker at numerous industry conferences and events. She has been featured in the New York Times, BBC World News, National Geographic and is a TEDX Speaker.