J.D. Russell

Sophia Space has secured $10 million in seed funding to boost the progress of space-based edge computers and orbital data centers. “We’re moving from concepts to reality,” said CEO Rob DeMillo. “This investment shows a shift towards orbital-compute infrastructure.” The funds will expedite advancements in their orbital computing systems and unique thermal technology. 🚀 The pace of progress is amazing and visualising through these renders is so exciting.

Honored to represent Alpha Funds at Helix Mastermind at Cavallo Point Lodge in Sausalito, California. Grateful to join a forum on the new orbital economy and how in orbit capabilities are reshaping timelines, partnerships, and business models. #HelixMastermind #Orbital #space

PLEASE WELCOME SPACE FOR HUMANITY'S NEWEST BOARD MEMBERS! We’re thrilled to announce that Sirisha Bandla, Viren Mehta, and J.D. Russell have joined Space for Humanity’s Board of Directors. Each brings extraordinary experience, perspective, and passion that will help launch S4H's newest missions. Sirisha Bandla is an aeronautical engineer, commercial spaceflight leader, and astronaut who flew on Virgin Galactic’s Unity 22 mission. With deep experience at the intersection of space, policy, and research, she brings a powerful global perspective to our work. Viren Mehta is a global healthcare advisor and founder of Mehta Partners, with decades of experience expanding access to life-saving care worldwide. His background in biopharma, philanthropy, and global health adds invaluable insight into impact-driven leadership. J.D. Russell is an entrepreneur, investor, and astronaut who has flown twice with Blue Origin. Founder of Alpha Funds and AlphaAero, as well as the Victoria Russell Foundation, J.D. brings a unique blend of aerospace investment expertise and mission-driven philanthropy. Please join us in congratulating Sirisha, Viren, and J.D.! We’re incredibly excited for the insight, leadership, and energy they bring as we continue working to democratize access to space and the transformative power of the Overview Effect. @RyanKriser @dylan @katvoltage @YemiAlchemist @Mach3Angel @space_rach @SpaceGuy670 @SirishaBandla #2Space4Earth #BoardofDirectors #Leadership #Space

I’m incredibly proud of the history made today on #BlueOrigin NS-37. Michi Mühü Benthaus has become the first person using a wheelchair to travel to space, an extraordinary milestone that proves space truly is for everyone.

An honor to serve as an advisor at the @TheGSpaceAwards world.einnews.com/pr_news/uk/874…

The future of computing for large language models in space data centers is supported by a growing wave of investment in space infrastructure as a core thesis. wsj.com/tech/now-tech-…

J.D. Russell Speaks on Space Tech at Latin American Business Council which included President of Ecuador and President of the Dominican Republic apnews.com/press-release/…

Happy Space-versary NS-28. Launch was one year ago today! @spacekidsglobal @thespacegal @hank58 @alitteral @blueorigin #space #newshepard

@davill Great Job!!! Congratulations!!!

In a recent hotfire our BE-3U engine reached more than 211,500 lbf thrust. That makes BE-3U the highest thrust-to-weight hydrogen engine in history, at more than 90! Here is the video of that test for your enjoyment.

Wishing @JeffBezos well in his new endeavor as Co-CEO of a new artificial intelligence venture, Project #prometheus, alongside co CEO @vikbajaj. The company has raised more than 6 billion dollars to build transformative AI for engineering and manufacturing.

NG-2 launch, is planned for Sunday, November 9 at 2:45 p.m. ET from LC-36. The mission will deploy @NASA ESCAPADE twin spacecraft on their journey to Mars, and will host a @viasat technology demo for Communications Services Project. @blueorigin #Space #Astronaut

@rookisaacman @POTUS @SecDuffy @NASA Congratulations! I am excited to see how you will help NASA and the world chart the next era of discovery. Wishing you and your family all the best as you embark on this next mission.

Thank you, Mr. President @POTUS, for this opportunity. It will be an honor to serve my country under your leadership. I am also very grateful to @SecDuffy, who skillfully oversees @NASA alongside his many other responsibilities. The support from the space-loving community has been overwhelming. I am not sure how I earned the trust of so many, but I will do everything I can to live up to those expectations. To the innovators building the orbital economy, to the scientists pursuing breakthrough discoveries and to dreamers across the world eager for a return to the Moon and the grand journey beyond--these are the most exciting times since the dawn of the space age-- and I truly believe the future we have all been waiting for will soon become reality. And to the best and brightest at NASA, and to all the commercial and international partners, we have an extraordinary responsibility--but the clock is running. The journey is never easy, but it is time to inspire the world once again to achieve the near-impossible--to undertake and accomplish big, bold endeavors in space...and when we do, we will make life better here at home and challenge the next generation to go even further. NASA will never be a caretaker of history--but will forever make history. Godspeed, President Donald J. Trump, and Godspeed NASA, as America leads the greatest adventure in human history 🇺🇸

Huge congratulations to Jared Isaacman @rookisaacman on his re-nomination as @nasa Administrator! Your journey from entrepreneur to commercial astronaut and now heading NASA embodies bold leadership and a spirit of exploration. With @DrSianProctor

I am proud to be a part of the @TheGSpaceAwards Recognizing and celebrating the visionaries redefining Space and its commercial opportunity. Honoring innovation, ambition, and the extraordinary impact of space.

A behind the scenes look at @Forbes in NYC during @FashionWeek with @nguyen_amanda. Learn more @RiseNowUS

September 11, 2001 I was a senior in high school. That day inspired me to become a police officer. Two weeks after graduation I became a police cadet. I will never forget. #NeverForget911 #September11th #HonorAndRemember

Wally Funk was one of the trailblazing women of Mercury 13. After she finally soared into space on Blue Origin’s NS-16 mission in July 2021, she was presented with the first Blue Origin Astronaut Pin. This pin has been awarded to every Blue Origin Astronaut since.

I’m so excited to be walking as a model at #NYFW, supporting survivors of sexual violence at the Survivor Fashion Show. Be a part of New York’s most famous week, and support survivors, by following along at @risenow.us or survivorfashionshow.com