5G NR-NTN
Satellite Communications & 5G Convergence

ORBITED
CONNECTIVITY

Strategic accounts and business development for the world's leading satellite operators. Translating 5G NR-NTN, multi-orbit, and ground-segment-as-a-service into commercial outcomes.

5G NR-NTN DVB-S2X Multi-Orbit Open RAN LEO · MEO · GEO
Background
About Marke

Senior Director of Strategic Accounts at ST Engineering iDirect, responsible for a global portfolio of the world's leading satellite operators. With a career rooted in hands-on network operations, running data centers and global networks before moving into strategic sales, Marke brings both technical depth and commercial clarity to every engagement.

His focus sits at the intersection of satellite communications and 5G, translating complex NR-NTN architecture and DVB-S2X platform capabilities into business outcomes for Tier 1 operators. Prior to iDirect, he held a parallel role at Kratos, growing the commercial business around their software-defined ground system.

A recognized voice in the industry, Marke speaks regularly at major events. At SATELLITE 2026, he was featured as a panelist on the World Teleport Association (WTA) session on Ground Segment-as-a-Service and the emerging NaaS model for teleports.

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Global Strategic Accounts
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Orbital Regimes
5G
NR-NTN Architecture Focus
T1
Operator Engagement
Expertise
Focus Areas
5G NR-NTN
Deep expertise in 3GPP Non-Terrestrial Network standards, gNodeB architecture, GNSS-independent operations, and iDirect's proprietary NR-NTN enhancements, including satellite-optimized link management and advanced Doppler/mobility handling.
Multi-Orbit Architecture
Strategic positioning across LEO, MEO, and GEO orbital regimes. Translating multi-orbit platform capabilities, including DVB-S2X and inter-satellite link concepts — into commercial narratives for Tier 1 satellite operators worldwide.
Strategic Account Leadership
Managing global accounts with end-to-end ownership of executive engagement, product positioning, and go-to-market strategy. The work centers on developing the market for emerging technologies, translating 5G NR-NTN and multi-orbit capabilities into solutions that solve real business problems for the world's leading satellite operators.
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