Jassem Nasser

Chief Growth Officer at Space42

Speaker

Jassem Nasser leads Space42’s business development and commercial growth strategy. His mandate includes overseeing the commercial portfolio, market intelligence, strategic partnerships, and the development of new ventures that advance Space42’s position across satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and artificial intelligence.

He plays a critical role in translating strategic priorities into executable initiatives, with a focus on scalable programs and long-term industry partnerships. His scope covers both government and commercial markets, with particular emphasis on dual-use applications.

Prior to joining Space42, Nasser served as Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Thuraya. Over a 25-year career in the satellite sector, he has helped define the UAE’s space trajectory. He was part of the founding team that launched Thuraya and played a central role in its development, overseeing business development, corporate planning, spectrum, and regulatory affairs.

Nasser’s engineering background has been applied to a business environment that specializes in satellite communication technologies and other radio communication systems. This blend of technical grounding and commercial leadership continues to inform his approach, enabling him to shape partnerships, products and platforms with a deep understanding of both system-level design and market demand.

He holds a first-class honours degree in communications engineering from Khalifa University.