Early-stage space companies face technical uncertainty, market ambiguity, regulatory complexity, and hard prioritization calls—all while moving fast with limited bandwidth. I help teams navigate this entropy, define clear strategy, and translate it into action. My strength is creating the structure and momentum needed to sharpen priorities, advance critical milestones, and reinforce the path to customers, partners, and capital.

I’m Polina Shtern, founder of Orbital Roots — a founder-led practice. I work directly with leadership teams on every engagement. My approach is grounded in 15+ years of strategy and operations at global organizations including BlackRock and Wells Fargo, a Master’s in Space Studies from the International Space University (ISU), and consulting experience with space agencies and startups in space and climate tech.

I focus on companies building in-orbit servicing capabilities, space sustainability solutions, and space-for-Earth applications. My work centers on helping these companies grow intentionally, ensuring execution stays aligned with their long-term vision as complexity increases.

If you’re a founder or investor looking for a partner who can help you execute complex initiatives with clarity and velocity, I’m always open to a conversation.