SATCOM DIRECT - Key Persons


Chris Moore - President, VP

Job Titles:
  • President
  • Vice President
Chris has 18 years' experience in the global telecommunications and IT business space. He began his career in product management for Westcon before taking on various commercial roles. More recently, he served as Vice President of Sales at Horizon Mobile, as Vice President of Sales of Trading Apps, and as Global Sales Director of Inmarsat PLC for the aeronautical, maritime, land and government markets. Chris holds an international business degree from University of Technology, Sydney, Australia. Chris Moore joined Satcom Direct in 2012 as Vice President of Satcom Direct International, and following great success in expanding the global footprint, moved to SD World Headquarters in 2017, where he is now President. He is an experienced executive and has demonstrated a history of supporting successful business growth. He has contributed to company success for renowned satellite, software, and aerospace organizations, by recognizing commercial opportunities and applying strategic knowhow to optimize positive outcomes.

Jim Jensen - CEO, Founder

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • Founder
An engineer by trade, Jim is a visionary in the truest sense, anticipating what future customers and market segments need before they even know it is possible. His enthusiasm for the customers and his willingness to invest in company research and development has established SD as a leader in satellite communications and connectivity for aviation, marine, government and mobile customers.

Michael Skou Christensen - Chief Commercial Officer

Job Titles:
  • Chief Commercial Officer
Michael Skou Christensen began with Satcom Direct in 2013 as a Business Development Director in Asia. His ability to develop strong relationships and think strategically about business decisions led Michael to swiftly take on more responsibility and become the Senior Vice President, SD International in 2021. Michael delivers insightful knowledge of market requirements and expectations to colleagues while understanding and anticipating future client data needs making him an essential part of the SD leadership team.

Zachary A. Cotner - CFO, Treasurer

Job Titles:
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Treasurer
Zachary has worked as a dedicated financier throughout his career which led him to his role as Chief Financial Officer at Satcom Direct in 2018. His knowledge of finance and investing have seen him successfully lead finance departments across multiple industries including, investment banking, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace OEMs. As Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, Zachary takes the lead on all financial matters at Satcom Direct as he steers global accounting, corporate strategic development, finance, treasury and tax departments. He refines budgeting and financial reporting, to develop pricing models to align with the company's rapid international expansion. With over 20 years of broad-based experience in the financial sector, Zachary has been responsible for growth in multiple industries. He began his career as an analyst in private equity. He successfully rose through the ranks taking in periods at investment management and biotech firms before joining Erickson which set him on the path to Satcom Direct.