Our Team

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    Hans Carlson // Chief Technical Officer

    As the Chief Technical Officer, Hans adds immeasurable value for clients with his extensive creative engineering insights developed over the past 20 years of deeply technical work in the space market. He has designed and led nearly 100 launch efforts around the world and assisted in designing, building, and troubleshooting countless payload and satellite builds. Hans understands how best to negotiate the rigors of aerospace engineering to make what seems impossible, possible.

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    Tom Hunsaker // Chief Executive Officer

    As X-AVA's Chief Executive Officer, Tom paints the art of what's possible in the space industry with visionary excellence. His 20 years of experience in the defense and commercial space market with business development, strategic planning, and organizational expertise paves the way for meaningful space collaborations between space and non-space companies. He has also led and assisted with countless launch campaigns in the US, Europe, and Russia giving him the technical depth required for any mission.

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    Adam Mead // Chief Creative Officer

    As X-AVA's Chief Creative Officer, Adam drives strategy and innovation work for both the agency and its clients. For over 17 years, Adam has founded and run three independent agencies, serving a variety of B2B and B2C markets on global and national levels. His insights and creative ideation have generated significant economic growth for clients.

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    Brittany Salstead // Chief Operations Officer

    Brittany Salstead serves as the primary engine of the X-AVA team. With nearly a decade of experience in branding, event marketing, corporate partnerships, and project management, she uses her logistical expertise to ensure every client’s project or initiative is delivered as promised.