Axiom Space is pleased to announce Ryan Wickham as the newly appointed vice president of accounting and global controller. In this new role, Wickham will provide strategic input to facilitate a robust financial reporting process and implement best practices and procedures to support Axiom Space’s financial health and growth.
“Ryan’s experience leading finance departments across multiple industries brings immense value to our leadership team,” said Mike Lungariello, chief financial officer of Axiom Space. “His vast experience in accounting and strategic finance will be essential as Axiom Space expands the commercial space economy across many market sectors, paving the way toward a thriving economy in low-Earth orbit.”
Previously, Wickham held the position of vice president of finance at Evergreen North America where his focus was on enhancing accounting processes and assembling a team of dedicated professionals to drive the company’s growth objectives, with a strong emphasis on exceptional customer service. Wickham served as a financial statement auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) in Houston and as corporate controller for two different companies. His tenure in the private client services division provided Wickham with a comprehensive understanding of diverse industries, including industrial services, offshore energy, and healthcare.
“I look forward to leveraging my expertise and leadership experience to support Axiom Space in propelling low-Earth orbit into a thriving hub for diverse commercial endeavors,” said Wickham. “I am eager to support the company’s growth objectives to keep Axiom Space at the forefront of the commercial space industry.”
Wickham is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with a master’s degree in accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant. He also has a master's degree in business administration from Texas A&M University.
Wickham’s arrival at Axiom Space coincides with a pivotal phase of growth for the company and the entire commercial space sector. His expertise will contribute to a future where nations and individuals gain broader access to the unparalleled opportunities offered by space, generating massive economic and social value for the world.
About Axiom Space
Axiom Space is guided by the vision to improve life on Earth and foster possibilities beyond it. The leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space infrastructure, Axiom Space operates end-to-end missions to the International Space Station today while developing its successor, Axiom Station – the world’s first commercial space station in low-Earth orbit, which will sustain human growth off the planet and bring untold benefits back home. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com.
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