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Minds Behind Maps

Luke Fischer: Who would want to start a Satellite Image Marketplace? SkyFi - #MBM70

Jul 20, 2024
Guest Luke Fischer, Co-Founder & CEO of SkyFi, talks about starting a satellite image marketplace, risks in entrepreneurship, building a user-friendly platform, industry evolution, predictive future insights, hiring strategies, and maintaining in-person interactions in a remote team setting.
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  • SkyFi aims to revolutionize Earth observation marketplace through strategic partnerships with major image providers.
  • SkyFi prioritizes trait-based hiring and quality over quantity to build an efficient and diverse team.

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SkyFi: Solving Earth Observation Marketplace Challenges

SkyFi, founded by Luke Fisher, aims to revolutionize the Earth observation marketplace. By convincing major image providers like Maxar and Planet to collaborate, SkyFi seeks to streamline the acquisition of satellite images and analytics. Fisher's military background influences SkyFi's risk-taking approach, where the focus is on trait-based hiring and fast, decisive action to capitalize on the market opportunity.

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