[Palo Alto, CA] – In a strategic move poised to steer LeoLabs into its next growth phase, the company has announced the appointment of Tony Frazier as its new Chief Executive Officer. Frazier, whose expertise spans the intersection of commercial space and national security, steps into the role previously held by co-founder Daniel Ceperley, who will transition to Chief Operating Officer (COO).
A Veteran’s Vision for Space Operations
Tony Frazier arrives at LeoLabs with a rich background in scaling businesses at the critical nexus of commercial space and security. His most recent tenure as Executive Vice President and General Manager of Public Sector Earth Intelligence at Maxar Technologies has endowed him with invaluable experience and insights into the dynamics of Earth intelligence and space operations.
“At Maxar, we harnessed the power of our satellite constellation, cutting-edge computing technologies, and geospatial analytics to emerge as leaders in Earth Intelligence,” Frazier remarked. “LeoLabs, with its timely and crucial capabilities, stands as a pivotal mission partner for not only the U.S. but also allied and commercial space entities. I’m thrilled to join and lead LeoLabs to further our market impact and growth.”
Enhancing Global Space Safety and Security
Under Ceperley’s leadership, LeoLabs has distinguished itself as a leader in tracking and monitoring low Earth orbit (LEO) activities, providing services critical to space traffic safety and situational awareness. The transition aims to leverage both leaders’ strengths—Frazier’s growth-scaling acumen and Ceperley’s technological vision—to propel LeoLabs into new heights of innovation and market expansion.
LeoLabs’ suite of services, including LeoTrack, LeoSafe, and LeoLaunch, among others, have set the standard in space operations support, offering comprehensive solutions for satellite tracking, collision avoidance, and mission risk assessment. With a global network of phased array radars and the LeoLabs Vertex™ space operations stack, the company delivers unparalleled operational safety and real-time insights for satellite operators and governmental agencies worldwide.
Looking Ahead
LeoLabs’ announcement comes at a time when the space industry is experiencing rapid growth and the demand for reliable space traffic management and situational awareness services is at an all-time high. Frazier’s leadership is expected to drive LeoLabs’ expansion to meet this growing global demand, ensuring the safety and security of space operations now and in the future.
As the space economy continues to evolve, the roles of Frazier and Ceperley will be instrumental in shaping the trajectory of LeoLabs and its contribution to making space a safer place for commercial and governmental activities alike.
About LeoLabs
LeoLabs, Inc., a leading provider of commercial collision warning services and real-time Space Domain Awareness (SDA), is dedicated to advancing the safety, security, and sustainability of operations in low Earth orbit. Founded by experts in space situational awareness and radar technology, LeoLabs is committed to preventing collisions in space and preserving the space environment for future generations.
