Emily Smallwood
Vice President of National Security Space, Quantum Space
Less than a year into the job, Emily Smallwood spearheaded a substantial capture opportunity, resulting in a collective $170 million-plus across three missions.
Renowned for her tenacity, she’s dedicated to unraveling solutions for the intelligence community and helping solve the Defense Department’s most challenging problems. Not content with merely meeting today’s customer requirements, she aims higher by providing innovative solutions that redefine industry standards.
Her focus now is on contributing to the intelligence community and DOD by championing efforts to diversify the industry base. Specifically, she aims to introduce innovative orbital transfer vehicles boasting exceptional capabilities, reinforcing the United States’ resilience and prominence in the dynamic realm of space exploration.
Why Watch
In the coming year, Smallwood is on a mission to actively support her customers, delivering robust platform solutions that improve industry diversity and fortify resilience. Her visionary approach and commitment to excellence position her at the forefront of leadership, poised to make significant strides in solving complex challenges and shaping the future of her industry.
“In just six months, Emily has become the vanguard of our National Security Space endeavors, embodying excellence and commitment in her role as vice-president National Security,” said Kerry Wisnosky, Quantum Space CEO. “Emily’s unwavering dedication and exceptional leadership is transforming Quantum Space’s posture in this critical market.”
Smallwood is driven by a passion to innovate for the nation’s safety. Additionally, her roles as a devoted wife and mother to three young children are the pillars supporting her career. She said these elements define her commitment to excellence and purpose.
“Embrace kindness,” she added. “You never know the battles others face, and you never know who may hold the key to your future success.”