Sidus Space Appoints Aerospace Executive Kelle Wendling to Board of Directors
Sidus Space, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIDU) ("Sidus" or the "Company"), an innovative space and defense technology company, today announced the appointment of accomplished aerospace and defense executive Kelle Wendling to its Board of Directors. Ms. Wendling brings more than three decades of executive leadership and government contracting experience across space systems, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) markets.
Ms. Wendling previously served as President of the Space Systems Sector at L3Harris Technologies, where she led strategic growth initiatives, innovation programs, and mission-critical efforts supporting U.S. and international government customers. During her nearly 30-year tenure with L3Harris (formerly Harris Corporation), she held several senior executive leadership roles, including President of the Mission Networks Sector, Vice President and General Manager of ISR Solutions, and Vice President of Business Development, Strategy, and Technology for a business segment exceeding $1.5 billion in annual revenue.
Ms. Wendling currently serves on the Board of Trustees of the Florida Institute of Technology and holds both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science from Florida Tech. She has also completed executive education programs at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business.
“Kelle brings a strong understanding of the evolving requirements of government and defense customers, along with extensive experience leading organizations through strategic growth and technological advancement,” said Carol Craig, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Sidus Space. “Her leadership and perspective will be highly valuable as Sidus continues to scale its space and defense offerings, expand its AI-enabled solutions, and advance our mission of Space Access Reimagined.”
The Company further announced that, for personal reasons, Dana Kilborne and Cole Oliver have elected to conclude their service on the Board effective January 1, 2025. In connection with these changes, Tiffany Norwood has been appointed Chair of the Audit Committee.
The Company extends its gratitude to Ms. Kilborne and Mr. Oliver for their dedicated service and valuable contributions during their tenure on the Board. "We sincerely thank Dana and Cole for their years of service, thoughtful guidance, and commitment to Sidus," said Craig. "Their contributions have played an important role in the Company's growth, and we wish them continued success in their future endeavors." Ms. Wendling's appointment is effective immediately.