We are excited to announce that Charlie McGillis has joined our board of advisors, bringing over three decades of experience in defense and leadership to help shape our future in space technology.
A Proven Leader in Defense
Extensive Military Experience
Charlie’s 26-year career in the U.S. Air Force - retiring as a Colonel after serving as Director of Intelligence at the Fourteenth Air Force (Space) - has given her a profound understanding of space operations and mission-critical intelligence.
Strategic Business Acumen
As Founder and CEO of 2 Polaris & Beyond, LLC, she has led strategic initiatives for national security space missions worldwide. Her work with the Commercial Space Operations Center improved coordination between commercial satellite operators and the U.S. Government. This experience will uniquely guide Little Place Labs in building effective partnerships.
Industry Expertise
Previously, as Vice President of Business Development at Slingshot Aerospace, Charlie led space simulation and analytics efforts. In addition, she serves as a VP, Public Sector for The Provenance Chain Network, where she leads federal engagements on supply chain visibility. This blend of roles underscores her ability to navigate both technical innovation and complex federal operations.
Driving LPL’s Vision in Space Defense
At LPL, we are dedicated to overcoming data bottlenecks with our edge computing solutions, processing raw data in orbit to deliver near-real-time insights. With her strong academic background in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech and advanced studies in military and strategic sciences - Charlie will help fine-tune our machine-learning applications to meet the strategic requirements of the Department of Defense.
“I'm excited to join Little Place as an advisor as they revolutionize space data analytics, delivering critical insights in minutes. Their cutting-edge approach is redefining real-time decision-making, empowering rapid, informed choices both on Earth and in orbit. This is a company set to make a profound impact." - Charlie McGillis
"Since I met Charlie a couple of years ago, she has been incredibly generous with her insights and support, always bringing passion and a willingness to help. Her unique experience across defense and space is invaluable, and what sets her apart is her deep commercial understanding of large enterprises and startups. I am excited to see what we can build and how far we can propel Little Place Labs together." - Bosco Lai
Looking Forward
Charlie’s addition to our advisory board embodies our commitment to merging veteran defense leadership with next-generation space technology. Her experience will guide us as we drive innovation and expand opportunities in the defense sector through stronger collaborations with government and commercial partners.
We invite you to join us in welcoming Charlie McGillis to the Little Place Labs - a dynamic leader, strategic thinker, STEM advocate, and avid golfer.
Stay tuned for more insights on how this partnership will redefine what’s possible in space defense and beyond.
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