

About Us

Tim Passmore, PhD
Strategy
Political Science

Akhil Rao, PhD
Policy
Economics

Daniel Scott
Operations
Computer Science & Business

Britnee Leopold
Public Relations
Aerospace Engineering

Matt Roberts
Research
Mechanical Engineering

Kimberly DeVore
Product Development
Mechanical Engineering

Meer Baker
Product Development
Aerospace Engineering
New problems require new solutions, and old problems need fresh perspective. SAPANA is a student-based research consultancy firm offering expert insights into current and future problems relating to space. Our expertise spans aerospace and mechanical engineering, political science, economics, computer science, and business. We are independent, inquisitive, and dedicated to excellence.
Based in Colorado, we are embedded in an unparalleled network of space experts from government, industry, and research environments. Our goal is to support the sustainable development of space for the good of all humankind.
Our name is inspired by the Native American story of a young girl named Sapana who dreamed of climbing a tree and reaching the sky. We chose this name to inspire us to reach to heights unknown.
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