CREAN Welcomes Sam Peterson as new Chief Commercial Officer

Ibadan, 29 February 2024. – CREAN has announced its newest addition to its team as it hires Sam Peterson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). This strategic hire marks a significant step forward for CREAN as it continues to accelerate growth through new product and service offerings to our customers with complex engineering, production, and supply chain challenges.

As a result, Peterson will be bringing 30 years of experience and a wealth of expertise to the company, having recent leadership roles at Firefly Aerospace and the Swedish Space Corporation and a strong operations background from the European Space Agency and the Department of Defense. With a proven track record of developing strategic partnerships, he will play a pivotal role in contributing to the Company’s ongoing success and growth.

Peterson expressed excitement about joining the company, stating, “I have the honor to be part of a forward-thinking company like CREAN. I look forward to contributing to the team and finding innovative solutions to complex problems for our customers.” In his new role based out of Austin, Texas, the new Chief Commercial Officer will consequently lead all sales and marketing activities for CREAN in support of the Company’s business strategy. His skills and insights will also enable the company to expand into new product and service offerings for our customers.

Speaking about the appointment, James Crean, President at CREAN, said, “We are happy to welcome Sam Peterson to the CREAN family. He not only brings a strong professional background but also aligns with our company’s values of delivering high-quality, mission-oriented technical services while contributing to the security of our nation and the well-being of our local communities. We believe that he will make an immediate and positive impact on our team and contribute to our continued innovation, growth, and success.”