Dan Smoot
CEO of Vantor (formerly Maxar Intelligence), leading the company's transition from imagery provider to a software-focused, AI-enabled geospatial intelligence business.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 18min
Maxar Splits In Two, Rebrands as Vantor and Lanteris 10/2/25
Dan Smoot, CEO of Vantor (formerly Maxar Intelligence), shares insights on the company’s bold transition to AI-powered geospatial software. He discusses the impressive 90% recurring revenue model and their new products, Raptor and Century. Smoot highlights how Vantor is integrating satellite data with AI to enhance defense and navigation, while also expanding their international customer base. The conversation touches on the convergence of commercial and defense technologies, showcasing the agility and strategic growth of Vantor in a changing market.
Oct 2, 2025 • 18min
Manifest Space: Maxar Splits In Two, Rebrands as Vantor and Lanteris 10/2/25
Dan Smoot, CEO of Vantor (formerly Maxar Intelligence), leads a fascinating discussion on the company's transformation into a software-driven powerhouse. He highlights how AI-powered geospatial data is enhancing defense and navigation. Vantor's impressive 90% recurring revenue and innovative products like Raptor and Sentry are showcased, illustrating the convergence of commercial space with defense technology. Smoot also touches on international growth and offers personal advice on setting work boundaries—a must-listen for tech enthusiasts!
