Digital Assets in Space with Grant Blaisdell

Grant Blaisdell is the CEO and co-founder of Copernic Space, a company building the digital marketplace for the new space economy.

With a unique background influenced by his family’s legacy in both the space and tech sectors, Grant is focused on how we can democratize space assets and enable greater participation in the space market.

From his early days in Southern California to living in post-communist Poland, Grant’s journey reflects his passion for creating innovative business models that empower space ventures. He shares insights into the challenges of building a commercial platform that connects space entrepreneurs, companies, and investors worldwide, providing them with the liquidity and support needed to push forward groundbreaking technologies and solutions.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How Grant’s upbringing shaped his entrepreneurial journey in space.

• The mission and vision behind Copernic Space and its role in the new space economy.

• The challenges and misconceptions of building a space marketplace.

• The importance of creating liquidity and ownership opportunities for space assets.

• How the 2024 Moon mission will redefine space commercialization.


Quote:

“You build your own reality in space. It’s quite an open market… So my thing is, don’t be scared. Don’t feel the imposter syndrome about it and create your own brand in space.”
- Grant Blaisdell

Episode Links:
Connect with Grant Blaisdell on LinkedIn
Explore Copernic Space

Credits:

Production by CxS Partners LTD
Executive Producer: Toby Goodman
Audio & Sound Design: Lee Turner
Artwork: Ryan Field


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