Sierra Space harnesses NVIDIA tech to predict behavior of space debris

Sierra Space Corp. has teamed up with tech giant NVIDIA Corp (Nasdaq: NVDA) to develop a system for predicting future locations of space debris.

The new technology uses physics-informed neural networks, or PINNs, to model and predict the behavior of debris as it orbits bodies in space, SSC said in a news release, allowing “for more accurate predictions of future locations and potential intersections with operational spacecraft.”

SSC’s platform is powered by NVIDIA artificial intelligence and accelerated computing technology.

“Our collaboration with NVIDIA has been instrumental in achieving the computational efficiency required for real-time applications,” SSC vice president Joe Kopacz said in the release. “This advancement marks a significant milestone in our mission to protect the space environment and ensure sustainable operations for the future.”

Exabeam elevates Harteveld to chief revenue officer

Exabeam Inc., a Broomfield-based cybersecurity company, has promoted Pete Harteveld to the role of chief revenue officer.

Harteveld joined Exabeam as leader of value creation this year as Exabeam merged with LogRhythm Inc., a local computer data security company.

“Pete Harteveld is a dynamic, driven leader with the vision and experience to take Exabeam to the next level,” Exabeam CEO Chris O’Malley said in a prepared statement. “His strategic approach to revenue generation, coupled with a deep understanding of our customers’ needs, will be invaluable as we continue to scale and deliver value to our customers and foster a culture of success within our sales team.”Exabeam hired Mike Byron as chief financial officer this month.

Brewers Association promotes Watson to CEO

Bart Watson, a long-time Brewers Association leader who was most recently the Boulder-based craft beer trade group’s vice president of strategy and membership, has been promoted to president and CEO.

He will take over BA’s top job from Bob Pease, who is retiring in early January.

“Bart’s in-depth understanding of the craft beer industry and landscape and his decade-plus of experience within the Brewers Association makes him uniquely poised to step into the president and CEO role on day one with a strategic vision and plan,” BA board chairwoman Leah Cheston said in a prepared statement. “The board of directors is excited for the next chapter and looks forward to working with Bart to chart the path forward for our members and our industry.”

BA’s board selected Watson, who was the group’s senior economist before his elevation to vice president, after a nationwide executive search led by Kittleman & Associates.

— BizWest reports