TC Sessions: Space 2021 - Growth Investors & Space Companies

The Expanding Space Economy and Investment Trends

The space economy is currently experiencing substantial growth, marked by an unprecedented increase in successful exit events. This development is particularly encouraging for investors specializing in later-stage funding within this sector.

We will be directly addressing these trends with leading investors at our virtual TechCrunch Sessions: Space event, scheduled for December 14-15.

Expert Panel on Later-Stage Space Tech Investment

Our panel, dedicated to later-stage investment in space technology, will feature Tess Hatch, a partner at Bessemer Ventures, Shaun Maguire from Sequoia, and Lisa Rich of Xplore.

The discussion will center on the notable shifts occurring within the growth investment landscape concerning space startups. A key focus will be the increasing number of companies now delivering products and expanding their customer base, rather than solely concentrating on research and development.

Hatch brings a unique perspective, having previously worked at both Boeing and SpaceX, complementing her extensive investment experience. She also actively contributes to the industry by co-teaching a Stanford course designed to assist researchers in commercializing their academic findings.

Investor Backgrounds and Expertise

Maguire, as a partner at Sequoia, concentrates on frontier technologies, alongside fintech and enterprise solutions – areas with surprising interconnectedness. He has a proven history, notably leading Sequoia’s investment in SpaceX.

Prior to joining Sequoia in 2019, Maguire also spearheaded GV’s investment in Spinlaunch while serving as a partner there.

Rich is a seasoned entrepreneur and founder with a comprehensive background in investing in both early-stage and growth-stage space companies. Her portfolio includes prominent names like Axiom Space, Made in Space, and PlanetIQ.

Furthermore, Rich’s own company, Xplore, provides a comprehensive ‘space-as-a-service’ solution, offering all the necessary resources for payload hosting and operation.

Event Details and Sponsorship Opportunities

TC Sessions: Space 2021 will be held on December 14-15. Take advantage of our Cyber Monday offer and purchase a 2-for-1 pass before November 29 at 11:59 pm (PT).

If your organization is interested in participating as a speaker at TC Sessions: Space 2021, please connect with our sponsorship sales team by filling out this form.