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    Kaila Penry

    Research Analyst at Quilty Space

    Kaila Penry is an Analyst at Quilty Space, specializing in space sector equity research with a focus on satellite, launch, and related aerospace companies. She covers notable firms operating within the commercial space industry and has built a track record for delivering industry and market insights, though specific performance metrics or rankings are presently undisclosed. Penry began her career in financial analysis with prior roles at boutique research outfits before joining Quilty Space in the early 2020s, where she has continued to develop expertise in the coverage of emerging space technologies and market dynamics. She holds recognized professional credentials, including securities licenses and FINRA registration, with a reputation for detailed analytical rigor in the fast-evolving space investment landscape.

    Kaila Penry's questions to Spire Global (SPIR) leadership

    Kaila Penry's questions to Spire Global (SPIR) leadership • Q1 2024

    Question

    Kaila Penry asked for more details on the NVIDIA partnership and its near-term economic benefit, inquired about traction with government customers for the Space Services division, and questioned if Spire is considering vertically integrating propulsion systems.

    Answer

    CEO Peter Platzer described the NVIDIA partnership as a symbiotic relationship where Spire provides data to help NVIDIA sell GPUs, while Spire gains access to GPU infrastructure to train its AI models. CFO Leo Basola noted significant government interest in Space Services for applications like wildfire tracking. Both executives confirmed that in-sourcing propulsion is a consideration, consistent with their history of vertical integration when suppliers are unreliable.

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