Synspective Inc., a provider of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite data and analytics solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to the board of Synspective USA, Inc.: Ronda Schrenk and Mike Edwards. Both bring extensive expertise to drive Synspective’s growth and influence in the North American and Latin American markets.
Ronda Schrenk, a renowned leader in the geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) community, brings a wealth of experience in GEOINT advancement and community engagement. As the United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF) CEO, Ronda has significantly impacted the evolution of GEOINT technology and policy. Her strategic insights and cross-sector experience will be instrumental in driving Synspective’s mission to leverage satellite technology for global challenges.
Comments from Ronda Schrenk
“Joining Synspective USA, Inc. as a board member is a remarkable opportunity. Synspective’s dedication to innovation and excellence in SAR technology aligns seamlessly with my commitment to advancing geospatial intelligence. I am thrilled to be part of a team at the forefront of developing impactful solutions that address diverse global challenges. Working with such a dynamic group, I am eager to help shape strategies to enhance collaboration between various sectors and expand Synspective’s influence across industries.”
Joining Ronda is Mike Edwards, a results-driven executive with a formidable track record in government relations and business strategy within the defense sector. His experience with Department of Defense contracts and skill in guiding businesses into government markets will bolster Synspective USA’s strategic positioning and business effectiveness.
Comments from Mike Edwards
“It’s an exciting time to come aboard Synspective USA, Inc. The company’s innovative approach to SAR technology opens up endless possibilities in national security, environmental monitoring, and beyond. I am passionate about contributing to Synspective’s strategic growth and leveraging my background to identify new opportunities, particularly within government markets. I look forward to delving into the industry’s complexities and working towards sustainable growth and pioneering advancements in satellite technology.”
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Profile of Ronda Schrenk
Ronda Schrenk is the CEO of the United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF), a leading non-profit dedicated to promoting the geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) tradecraft and strengthening its community. With a strategic focus on advancing GEOINT across government, industry, academia, and professional organizations, Ronda has played a key role in revitalizing USGIF and establishing its global leadership. Her leadership is marked by innovation, collaboration, and community engagement, ensuring that GEOINT technology, policy, and practice continue to evolve in ways that address global challenges. Ronda’s leadership is complemented by her deep experience at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), where she served for over 20 years in various strategic and operational roles.
Her ability to bridge the public and private sectors, her expertise in strategic planning, and her commitment to building impactful networks have made her a respected figure in the GEOINT community. Beyond her role at USGIF, Ronda is the Founder of Spatial Strategies LLC, a member of the National Geospatial Advisory Committee (NGAC), and serves on the boards of GeoWeek and XR2LEAD. She was recently recognized with the Women in Leadership Award by Virginia Business and the Space News Icons Award and has contributed to thought leadership through publications such as Geospatial World.
Profile of Mike Edwards
Mike Edwards is a results-driven Business Executive with extensive expertise in government relations, sales, risk mitigation, strategy, and competitive intelligence. Proven track record in capturing over $6B in Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Government (USG) opportunities; he has increased revenue and led business units to achieve more than $1B in annual sales. His deep experience spans C4ISR, Cyber, Space, AI/ML, Non-Kinetics, and combat operations, with success in pivoting companies to USG markets.
Currently serving as CEO for an established defense contractor with over 15 years in the industry, Mike brings veteran leadership and a passion for driving innovation, sustainable growth, and revenue generation in the defense sector.