George T. Whitesides

Virgin Galactic Launches Space Advisory Board

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE), a vertically integrated aerospace and space travel company, today announced the establishment of its Space Advisory Board.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE), a vertically integrated aerospace and space travel company, today announced the establishment of its Space Advisory Board.
The Virgin Galactic Space Advisory Board will provide advice to senior management as the company moves forward to open space for the benefit of all.
George Whitesides Chairman of the Space Advisory Board and Chief Space Officer, Virgin Galactic.
Michael Colglazier, CEO of Virgin Galactic, said: We are excited to welcome these talented space professionals, as initial members of the Space Advisory Board.

Virgin Galactic Announces Michael Colglazier as Chief Executive Officer in Preparation for Commercial Service

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (Virgin Galactic), a vertically integrated aerospace and space travel company, today announced the appointments of Michael Colglazier as Virgin Galactics new Chief Executive Officer and George Whitesides as Chief Space Officer, effective July 20, 2020.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (Virgin Galactic), a vertically integrated aerospace and space travel company, today announced the appointments of Michael Colglazier as Virgin Galactics new Chief Executive Officer and George Whitesides as Chief Space Officer, effective July 20, 2020.
Michael assumes the CEO role at an exciting time for Virgin Galactic as the Company progresses through its test flight program and prepares for commercial service.
Michael Colglazier said, I am thrilled to join the talented team at Virgin Galactic at this inflection point in the Companys journey.
At the same time, we are delighted to welcome Michael as the new Chief Executive to lead Galactic into commercial operations.

Virgin Galactic Enters Space Act Agreement with NASA to Advance High Mach Technologies

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Tuesday, May 5, 2020

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPCE) (Virgin Galactic or the Company) and its wholly owned subsidiary, The Spaceship Company (TSC), announced today the signing of a Space Act Agreement with NASA to facilitate the development of high speed technologies.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPCE) (Virgin Galactic or the Company) and its wholly owned subsidiary, The Spaceship Company (TSC), announced today the signing of a Space Act Agreement with NASA to facilitate the development of high speed technologies.
The Space Act Agreement (SAA), is set to enable and foster collaboration between NASA, Virgin Galactic and The Spaceship Company in order to advance the United States efforts to produce technically feasible, high Mach vehicles for potential civil applications.
In partnership with NASA, Virgin Galactic believes there are significant opportunities to apply higher speeds to drive technological development to allow industries to adapt to the changing economic and ecological environment.
George Whitesides, CEO of Virgin Galactic Holdings said: This is the beginning of an important partnership for Virgin Galactic and The Spaceship Company that will support the future development of aviation technology.

Virgin Galactic Appoints Diane Prins Sheldahl as Executive Vice President of People and Organization

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Diane Prins Sheldahl as VGs Executive Vice President of People and Organization.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Diane Prins Sheldahl as VGs Executive Vice President of People and Organization.
Diane will be responsible for leading the Companys people organization for both VG and The Spaceship Company (TSC).
Commenting on the new appointment, George Whitesides, Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Galactic, said:
Im delighted to have Diane join our team.
Diane Prins Sheldahl, Executive Vice President of People and Organization, Virgin Galactic, commented:
I am excited to be a part of the Virgin Galactic team.

Virgin Galactic Announces Participation in Barclays Industrial Select Conference

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Tuesday, January 21, 2020

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, today announced that George Whitesides, Chief Executive Officer, will be presenting at the Barclays Industrial Select Conference on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 8:35am ET, in Miami, Florida.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, today announced that George Whitesides, Chief Executive Officer, will be presenting at the Barclays Industrial Select Conference on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 8:35am ET, in Miami, Florida.
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. is a vertically-integrated aerospace company pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers.
It believes the commercial exploration of space represents one of the most exciting and significant technology initiatives of our time.
It is in the final stages of development, having already completed multiple crewed flights of its vehicle into space, and anticipates initial commercial launch in 2020.

Enrico Palermo Appointed Virgin Galactic’s Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Enrico Palermo as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Enrico Palermo as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.
Commenting on the new appointment, George Whitesides, Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Galactic, said:
Enrico is perfectly suited to become our first Chief Operating Officer.
Over the years, Enrico has shown dedication to Virgin Galactics mission and has been an inseparable part of our success.
Enrico Palermo, Chief Operating Officer of Virgin Galactic, commented:
I am honored to accept this new role and continue to serve our amazing team.

Michelle Kley Appointed Virgin Galactic’s General Counsel, Secretary, and Executive Vice President of Legal

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), the worlds first commercial space line and vertically integrated aerospace company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Kley as its new General Counsel, Secretary, and Executive Vice President of Legal.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), the worlds first commercial space line and vertically integrated aerospace company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Kley as its new General Counsel, Secretary, and Executive Vice President of Legal.
Commenting on the new appointment, George Whitesides, Virgin Galactics CEO said:
Michelle has a proven track record of leading legal teams and brings a wealth of experience to our team.
Her breadth of knowledge in the space industry will be key in supporting Virgin Galactics business units and senior leadership team.
Michelle Kley, General Counsel, Secretary, and Executive Vice President of Legal commented:
Virgin Galactic is on the verge of providing the space experience to many people and has the potential to transform the way we perceive the opportunity space exploration provides.

Virgin Galactic Announces Participation in Upcoming Conferences

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Thursday, November 21, 2019

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, today announced that it will be participating in two upcoming investor conferences.

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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (VG or the Company), a vertically integrated aerospace company, today announced that it will be participating in two upcoming investor conferences.
George Whitesides, Virgin Galactics Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Credit Suisse 7th Annual Industrials Conference on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 2:00pm ET, in Palm Beach, Florida.
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. is a vertically-integrated aerospace company pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers.
It believes the commercial exploration of space represents one of the most exciting and significant technology initiatives of our time.

Virgin Galactic Completes Merger with Social Capital Hedosophia, Creating the World's First and Only Publicly Traded Commercial Human Spaceflight Company

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Friday, October 25, 2019

The Company manufactures its space vehicles in Mojave, California, through its aerospace development subsidiary The Spaceship Company, with commercial operations centered at Spaceport America in New Mexico.

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The Company manufactures its space vehicles in Mojave, California, through its aerospace development subsidiary The Spaceship Company, with commercial operations centered at Spaceport America in New Mexico.
George Whitesides, CEO of Virgin Galactic Holdings said:
Today is the start of a new era for the human spaceflight industry.
Now that VG is a publicly traded company, anyone can invest in a human spaceflight company that is striving to truly transform the market and be part of the excitement of the commercial space industry.
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. is a vertically-integrated aerospace company pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers.