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title: "Spire Global Appoints Eric (“Mell”) Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer"
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description: "Spire Global (NYSE: SPIR) has appointed Eric Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer, effective August 3, 2026. In this role, he will lead the global commercial organization, overseeing go-to-market strategy, business development, and customer growth. Mellinger joins from Mantech International Corporation, where he served as Vice President for Business Development & Growth Leader in the Defense & Space Sector. He brings extensive experience in driving revenue growth and strategic partnerships within U.S. defense markets."
datetime: "2026-07-17T20:07:36.000Z"
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# Spire Global Appoints Eric (“Mell”) Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer

Vienna-headquartered Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR), a leading provider of space-based services, has named Eric (“Mell”) Mellinger as its new Chief Commercial Officer, starting August 3, 2026. In his role, Mellinger will be in charge of the company's worldwide commercial operations, managing its market approach, sales, partnerships, and customer expansion efforts. This appointment signifies Spire’s commitment to strengthening its global presence and driving business growth under Mellinger’s leadership.

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