Leadership & Expertise
The team advancing launch capability and infrastructure from Canada to enable independent access to space and support global demand.
Strategic Advisors
Guided by Experts in Policy, Capital, and Infrastructure
Dean Misterek
Former Chief Engineer at Blue Origin
Mr. Misterek is an aerospace systems architect with over 35 years of experience in launch vehicle development. He previously served as Launch Vehicle Architect and Chief Engineer at Blue Origin and has held senior roles at The Aerospace Corporation.
Chris Damaren
Professor and Director at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS)
Dr. Damaren is Professor and Director at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS). A leading expert in space systems dynamics and control. He has served as Vice- Dean, Graduate Studies, for U of T’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute and an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
Kristian Thorlund
AI Data Scientist & Stanford Professor
Dr. Thorlund, with over 15 years of experience in data science, AI, and advanced analytics, is a seasoned entrepreneur and academic with a strong track record in technology innovation. He has co-founded numerous Canadian-based companies in the health and data sciences sectors, achieving two successful exits. Alongside his business interests, Dr. Thorlund serves as a part-time volunteer professor at McMaster University. He is a graduate of the University of Copenhagen and McMaster University.
Hon. Tony Clement
Former Federal Cabinet Minister
Tony Clement is a former Canadian cabinet minister who served as Minister of Industry, Minister of Health, and President of the Treasury Board. His leadership in innovation policy and public sector modernization supports LUNR’s vision to advance Canada’s sovereign launch capability and global space presence.
Dr. James Orbinski
Officer of the Order of Canada
Dr. James Orbinski is a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and Officer of the Order of Canada. His experience leading high-stakes international missions and building mission-driven organizations enhances LUNR’s commitment to ethical leadership and responsible global impact.
Anton DeRuiter
Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University
Dr. de Ruiter is a Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University and an expert in spacecraft dynamics and control. He is a former Canada Research Chair and has experience with the Canadian Space Agency.
Jason Harlow
U of T Physics Professor
Dr. Jason Harlow is a physics professor at the University of Toronto and a national award-winning educator. His leadership in science communication and education strategy supports LUNR’s mission to inspire and equip the next generation of Canadian space innovators.
Dean Misterek
Former Chief Engineer at Blue Origin
Mr. Misterek is an aerospace systems architect with over 35 years of experience in launch vehicle development. He previously served as Launch Vehicle Architect and Chief Engineer at Blue Origin and has held senior roles at The Aerospace Corporation.
Hon. Tony Clement
Former Federal Cabinet Minister
Tony Clement is a former Canadian cabinet minister who served as Minister of Industry, Minister of Health, and President of the Treasury Board. His leadership in innovation policy and public sector modernization supports LUNR’s vision to advance Canada’s sovereign launch capability and global space presence.
Anton DeRuiter
Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University
Dr. de Ruiter is a Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University and an expert in spacecraft dynamics and control. He is a former Canada Research Chair and has experience with the Canadian Space Agency.
Chris Damaren
Professor and Director at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS)
Dr. Damaren is Professor and Director at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS). A leading expert in space systems dynamics and control. He has served as Vice- Dean, Graduate Studies, for U of T’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute and an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
Dr. James Orbinski
Officer of the Order of Canada
Dr. James Orbinski is a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and Officer of the Order of Canada. His experience leading high-stakes international missions and building mission-driven organizations enhances LUNR’s commitment to ethical leadership and responsible global impact.
Jason Harlow
U of T Physics Professor
Dr. Jason Harlow is a physics professor at the University of Toronto and a national award-winning educator. His leadership in science communication and education strategy supports LUNR’s mission to inspire and equip the next generation of Canadian space innovators.
Kristian Thorlund
AI Data Scientist & Stanford Professor
Dr. Thorlund, with over 15 years of experience in data science, AI, and advanced analytics, is a seasoned entrepreneur and academic with a strong track record in technology innovation. He has co-founded numerous Canadian-based companies in the health and data sciences sectors, achieving two successful exits. Alongside his business interests, Dr. Thorlund serves as a part-time volunteer professor at McMaster University. He is a graduate of the University of Copenhagen and McMaster University.
Management and Directors
Strategic Advisors
Mission-Driven Experts in Aerospace and AI
Guided by Experts in Policy, Capital, and Infrastructure
Paul Arora
Chief Executive Officer
Paul Arora is a health tech executive and epidemiologist with 15+ years’ experience. He’s led multiple startups to successful acquisitions, specializes in AI and real-world evidence, and is CEO and co-founder of Inka Health. He serves on the board of Onco Innovations (CBOE: ONCO) and holds a PhD in Epidemiology from the University of Toronto.
Paul Arora
Chief Executive Officer
Paul Arora is a health tech executive and epidemiologist with 15+ years’ experience. He’s led multiple startups to successful acquisitions, specializes in AI and real-world evidence, and is CEO and co-founder of Inka Health. He serves on the board of Onco Innovations (CBOE: ONCO) and holds a PhD in Epidemiology from the University of Toronto.
Jeanue Chung
President & Director
Founder and CEO of LUNR Innovations, Jeanue is a serial entrepreneur aiming to build Canada’s first orbital-class launch provider. With a background in venture leadership and bold execution, he is focused on enabling sovereign launch capability and hopes to redefine global space access through anticipated scalable, innovative aerospace systems.
Jeanue Chung
President & Director
Founder and CEO of LUNR Innovations, Jeanue is a serial entrepreneur aiming to build Canada’s first orbital-class launch provider. With a background in venture leadership and bold execution, he is focused on enabling sovereign launch capability and hopes to redefine global space access through anticipated scalable, innovative aerospace systems.
Harry Nijjar
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Nijjar is the Managing Director at Malaspina Consultants and a seasoned finance executive with extensive experience in financial reporting, corporate governance, and strategic advisory across a wide range of industries. He serves as chief financial officer for multiple public companies and has held CFO positions with numerous TSX Venture Exchange and CSE listed issuers. Mr. Nijjar earned a Bachelor of Commerce from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia in 2010 and obtained his CPA, CMA designation in 2012. During his first year of CMA studies, he was provincially ranked among the top performers on the case exam. Outside of his professional career, Mr. Nijjar is an active real estate investor and an avid sports enthusiast.
Harry Nijjar
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Nijjar is the Managing Director at Malaspina Consultants and a seasoned finance executive with extensive experience in financial reporting, corporate governance, and strategic advisory across a wide range of industries. He serves as chief financial officer for multiple public companies and has held CFO positions with numerous TSX Venture Exchange and CSE listed issuers. Mr. Nijjar earned a Bachelor of Commerce from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia in 2010 and obtained his CPA, CMA designation in 2012. During his first year of CMA studies, he was provincially ranked among the top performers on the case exam. Outside of his professional career, Mr. Nijjar is an active real estate investor and an avid sports enthusiast.
Thomas O'Shaughnessy
Executive Chairman
Mr. O’Shaughnessy is a health-care executive with 20+ years’ experience. He’s the CEO of Onco-Innovations Ltd. and Founder of Carnarvon Strate-gies, advising major Canadian health systems on digital trans-formation and strategy. For-merly President of Healthtech and Partner at Deloitte, he holds degrees from the University of Oxford and the University of Toronto
Thomas O'Shaughnessy
Executive Chairman
Mr. O’Shaughnessy is a health-care executive with 20+ years’ experience. He’s the CEO of Onco-Innovations Ltd. and Founder of Carnarvon Strate-gies, advising major Canadian health systems on digital trans-formation and strategy. For-merly President of Healthtech and Partner at Deloitte, he holds degrees from the University of Oxford and the University of Toronto
Eligh Corchis-Scott
Head Propulsion Engineer
Mr. Corchis-Scott is LUNR’s lead propulsion and combustion engineer. He has six years of end-to-end experience in propulsion system development. His work spans clean-sheet design, advance simulation and manufacturable implementation. He has led numerous engine test campaigns, overseeing facility prep, test execution, rapid issue diagnosis and clear performance reporting.
Eligh Corchis-Scott
Head Propulsion Engineer
Mr. Corchis-Scott is LUNR’s lead propulsion and combustion engineer. He has six years of end-to-end experience in propulsion system development. His work spans clean-sheet design, advance simulation and manufacturable implementation. He has led numerous engine test campaigns, overseeing facility prep, test execution, rapid issue diagnosis and clear performance reporting.
Nima Bahrami
Director
Mr. Bahrami is a corporate finance and capital markets executive focused on natural health and consumer goods. He’s the Founder and CEO of Bettermoo(d) and serves on its board, leading growth and strat-egy since 2021. He has created and advised multiple health and wellness companies and holds an MBA with Distinction from Cardiff University
Nima Bahrami
Director
Mr. Bahrami is a corporate finance and capital markets executive focused on natural health and consumer goods. He’s the Founder and CEO of Bettermoo(d) and serves on its board, leading growth and strat-egy since 2021. He has created and advised multiple health and wellness companies and holds an MBA with Distinction from Cardiff University
Calvin Chan
Director
Mr. Chan is a supply chain and operations expert with experi-ence across public and private sectors. He leads a national grocery wholesale business serving major Canadian retailers and restaurants. Previously, he managed procurement and enterprise transformation at Scotiabank and held senior roles with provincial agencies. He holds a business degree with distinction from Simon Fraser University.
Calvin Chan
Director
Mr. Chan is a supply chain and operations expert with experi-ence across public and private sectors. He leads a national grocery wholesale business serving major Canadian retailers and restaurants. Previously, he managed procurement and enterprise transformation at Scotiabank and held senior roles with provincial agencies. He holds a business degree with distinction from Simon Fraser University.
Dean Misterek
Former Chief Engineer at Blue Origin
Mr. Misterek is an aerospace systems architect with over 35 years of experience in launch vehicle development. He previously served as Launch Vehicle Architect and Chief Engineer at Blue Origin and has held senior roles at The Aerospace Corporation.
Hon. Tony Clement
Former Federal Cabinet Minister
Tony Clement is a former Canadian cabinet minister who served as Minister of Industry, Minister of Health, and President of the Treasury Board. His leadership in innovation policy and public sector modernization supports LUNR’s vision to advance Canada’s sovereign launch capability and global space presence.
Anton DeRuiter
Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University
Dr. de Ruiter is a Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University and an expert in spacecraft dynamics and control. He is a former Canada Research Chair and has experience with the Canadian Space Agency.
Chris Damaren
Professor and Director at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS)
Dr. Damaren is Professor and Director at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS). A leading expert in space systems dynamics and control. He has served as Vice- Dean, Graduate Studies, for U of T’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute and an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
Dr. James Orbinski
Officer of the Order of Canada
Dr. James Orbinski is a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and Officer of the Order of Canada. His experience leading high-stakes international missions and building mission-driven organizations enhances LUNR’s commitment to ethical leadership and responsible global impact.
Jason Harlow
U of T Physics Professor
Dr. Jason Harlow is a physics professor at the University of Toronto and a national award-winning educator. His leadership in science communication and education strategy supports LUNR’s mission to inspire and equip the next generation of Canadian space innovators.
Kristian Thorlund
AI Data Scientist & Stanford Professor
Dr. Thorlund, with over 15 years of experience in data science, AI, and advanced analytics, is a seasoned entrepreneur and academic with a strong track record in technology innovation. He has co-founded numerous Canadian-based companies in the health and data sciences sectors, achieving two successful exits. Alongside his business interests, Dr. Thorlund serves as a part-time volunteer professor at McMaster University. He is a graduate of the University of Copenhagen and McMaster University.
Management and Directors
Mission-Driven Experts in Aerospace and AI
Paul Arora
Chief Executive Officer
Paul Arora is a health tech executive and epidemiologist with 15+ years’ experience. He’s led multiple startups to successful acquisitions, specializes in AI and real-world evidence, and is CEO and co-founder of Inka Health. He serves on the board of Onco Innovations (CBOE: ONCO) and holds a PhD in Epidemiology from the University of Toronto.
Jeanue Chung
President & Director
Founder and CEO of LUNR Innovations, Jeanue is a serial entrepreneur aiming to build Canada’s first orbital-class launch provider. With a background in venture leadership and bold execution, he is focused on enabling sovereign launch capability and hopes to redefine global space access through anticipated scalable, innovative aerospace systems.
Harry Nijjar
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Nijjar is the Managing Director at Malaspina Consultants and a seasoned finance executive with extensive experience in financial reporting, corporate governance, and strategic advisory across a wide range of industries. He serves as chief financial officer for multiple public companies and has held CFO positions with numerous TSX Venture Exchange and CSE listed issuers. Mr. Nijjar earned a Bachelor of Commerce from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia in 2010 and obtained his CPA, CMA designation in 2012. During his first year of CMA studies, he was provincially ranked among the top performers on the case exam. Outside of his professional career, Mr. Nijjar is an active real estate investor and an avid sports enthusiast.
Thomas O'Shaughnessy
Executive Chairman
Mr. O’Shaughnessy is a health-care executive with 20+ years’ experience. He’s the CEO of Onco-Innovations Ltd. and Founder of Carnarvon Strate-gies, advising major Canadian health systems on digital trans-formation and strategy. For-merly President of Healthtech and Partner at Deloitte, he holds degrees from the University of Oxford and the University of Toronto
Eligh Corchis-Scott
Head Propulsion Engineer
Mr. Corchis-Scott is LUNR’s lead propulsion and combustion engineer. He has six years of end-to-end experience in propulsion system development. His work spans clean-sheet design, advance simulation and manufacturable implementation. He has led numerous engine test campaigns, overseeing facility prep, test execution, rapid issue diagnosis and clear performance reporting.
Eligh Corchis-Scott
Head Propulsion Engineer
Mr. Corchis-Scott is LUNR’s lead propulsion and combustion engineer. He has six years of end-to-end experience in propulsion system development. His work spans clean-sheet design, advance simulation and manufacturable implementation. He has led numerous engine test campaigns, overseeing facility prep, test execution, rapid issue diagnosis and clear performance reporting.
Nima Bahrami
Director
Mr. Bahrami is a corporate finance and capital markets executive focused on natural health and consumer goods. He’s the Founder and CEO of Bettermoo(d) and serves on its board, leading growth and strat-egy since 2021. He has created and advised multiple health and wellness companies and holds an MBA with Distinction from Cardiff University
Calvin Chan
Director
Mr. Chan is a supply chain and operations expert with experi-ence across public and private sectors. He leads a national grocery wholesale business serving major Canadian retailers and restaurants. Previously, he managed procurement and enterprise transformation at Scotiabank and held senior roles with provincial agencies. He holds a business degree with distinction from Simon Fraser University.
Calvin Chan
Director
Mr. Chan is a supply chain and operations expert with experi-ence across public and private sectors. He leads a national grocery wholesale business serving major Canadian retailers and restaurants. Previously, he managed procurement and enterprise transformation at Scotiabank and held senior roles with provincial agencies. He holds a business degree with distinction from Simon Fraser University.
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