Sidus Appoints Aerospace Expert Kelle Wendling to Board of Directors
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 05 2026
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Source: PRnewswire
- New Board Appointment: Sidus Space has appointed seasoned aerospace and defense leader Kelle Wendling to its Board of Directors, bringing over 30 years of government contracting and space systems expertise, which is expected to drive strategic growth in the defense market.
- Rich Leadership Experience: Wendling previously served as President of the Space Systems Sector at L3Harris Technologies, overseeing business development for a segment exceeding $1.5 billion in annual revenue, providing valuable market insights and leadership in technological advancement for Sidus.
- Board Changes: Dana Kilborne and Cole Oliver concluded their board service effective January 1, 2025, with Tiffany Norwood appointed as Chair of the Audit Committee, ensuring continuity and stability in corporate governance.
- Strengthened Company Vision: Wendling's addition will enhance Sidus's capabilities in AI-driven solutions and space system optimization, further advancing its mission of
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About SIDU
Sidus Space, Inc. is a space mission enabler providing solutions, including custom satellite design, payload hosting, mission management, artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced space-based sensor data-as-a-service and space manufacturing. Its flight modular satellite, LizzieSat is a 3D printed, multi-sensor, multi-mission satellite, offering a platform that can be adapted to integrate new technologies or customized and scaled to create a new satellite design to meet mission requirements. It also offers fully customized satellite design services for any mission in Leo, Geo, Cislunar or Lunar. It offers AI-enhanced Data-as-a-Service, utilizing the Orlaith AI ecosystem, which includes its FeatherEdge AI processor and Cielo AI solutions from space, on the LizzieSat platform to deliver data insights from space. Its 3D printing capabilities include functional prototypes and models, and production parts. It serves government, defense, intelligence and commercial companies around the globe.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
