Joaquin Perez-Grande

Joaquin Perez-Grande serves as the Space Ecosystem Manager at Satellite Applications Catapult, focusing on building a connected UK Space Ecosystem through stakeholder engagement and strategic initiatives. As the Founder of the Astrobiology Society, Joaquin leads events and manages a successful online presence, achieving notable awards such as Leader of the Year (2022) and New Society of the Year (2021). Joaquin is also recognized as a Nova 111 Under 25 Winner and contributes as a Board Member at Cambados Animal Shelter. Previous experience includes roles as a Masters Researcher at Manchester Institute of Biotechnology, Events Assistant at Manchester Museum, and Head of Membership at UKSEDS, among others. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Molecular Biology from The University of Manchester and an MBA from thePowerMBA.