Allyson Jenkins

Allyson Jenkins is a recognized leader at the intersection of geospatial intelligence, emerging technologies, and national security. As Vice President of Public Sector at Pixxel, she leads strategic initiatives to deliver revolutionary hyperspectral satellite technology to government and defense markets, bridging the gap between cutting-edge commercial innovation and critical operational needs.

With more than 17 years of experience in the geospatial intelligence community, Allyson's career has been defined by global impact and strategic vision. She began as an imagery analyst at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), where she developed deep expertise in intelligence tradecraft and operational requirements. As an international liaison in the Middle East, she navigated complex geopolitical environments and fostered critical partnerships across allied nations. Most recently, as Vice President of Strategic Capture at BlackSky, she drove business development initiatives and positioned advanced Earth observation capabilities to meet evolving government needs.

Allyson specializes in architecting strategic partnerships and accelerating the adoption of breakthrough technologies in Earth observation. Whether developing go-to-market strategies, cultivating key relationships, or advocating for next-generation capabilities, she brings a strategic perspective shaped by her experience across intelligence, defense, and commercial sectors.

At Pixxel, Allyson continues to advance the integration of commercial space capabilities, working at the forefront of an industry that is fundamentally changing how nations observe and understand Earth.