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Asic Demberel leaves Amazon for CTO role at Scala; Flyhomes hires Moynihan, Nirmal, Tieu; Heinz Marketing names Jenn Steele COO
Several Pacific Northwest companies announced leadership moves: Asic Demberel left Amazon after 15 years to become CTO of Scala, Flyhomes added three senior hires (Tyler Moynihan, Nihit Nirmal, Wendy Tieu), and Heinz Marketing appointed Jenn Steele as COO and president.
Nimbus Aerospace tests quarter-scale NX1 prototype in Oregon, targets 2028 full-scale flights and late‑2030 deliveries
Seattle-based Nimbus Aerospace completed two test flights of its quarter-scale NX1 hybrid-electric prototype in Oregon this summer, validating manufacturing and aerodynamic goals as it engineers a full-scale build aimed for 2028 and customer deliveries by late 2030.
Seattle Climate Innovation Hub Grows to 250+ Members, Drives Green Economy Through Collaborative Partnerships in First Year
The Seattle Climate Innovation Hub, one year after its launch, has grown into a thriving network of over 250 local members and 800 nationwide, fostering startups, aerospace breakthroughs, and events that unite key players in the clean energy sector. Unlike politically contentious climates elsewhere, the Hub emphasizes collaboration among universities, city government, nonprofits, and corporations to drive economic growth through green innovation.
CoMotion Labs Launches Climate Tech Incubator with Six Startups at Seattle Climate Innovation Hub Starting July 2024
CoMotion Labs announced the inaugural cohort of its Climate Tech Incubator, selecting six startups focused on various green technologies from over 30 applicants. These startups, moving into the Seattle Climate Innovation Hub in July 2024, will participate in an eight-month program offering mentorship, workspace, and resources aimed at scaling their climate tech solutions by February 2026.
Seattle’s Nimbus Aerospace Flies 10th-Scale Electric Jet Demonstrator in Tulsa, Targeting 2032 Production
Seattle-based startup Nimbus Aerospace successfully completed a 1-minute 23-second demonstrator flight of a 10th-scale model for its electric-powered business jet in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The company aims to develop a six-to-eight seat electric jet with a range of 1,100 miles and plans FAA certification and production by 2032.
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