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January 2026 |
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Greetings, *|FNAME|*! As we kick off 2026, we’re energized by the momentum already building across KCOMM and our broader New Frontier community. January has brought meaningful leadership milestones, new thought leadership resources, and powerful conversations at the intersection of innovation and policy. Here’s a look at what’s shaping the start of the year. |
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Hosting Omar Pimentel |
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Earlier this month, we had the privilege of hosting Omar Pimentel at the Pacific Club for an intimate gathering of New Frontier innovators across space, defense, and emerging technology. We’re grateful to our partners at Type One Ventures for the introduction and to the International Executive Council and New Majority, Orange County for a strong turnout. Omar serves as Policy and Strategy Lead for the Space Portfolio at the Defense Innovation Unit, where he works at the intersection of commercial space and national security. His keynote explored the rapid rise of the space economy and the wave of innovation it’s unlocking across national defense, exploration, research, and energy. One theme resonated throughout the conversation and extended Q&A: curiosity. As Omar noted, it’s the fundamental driver behind the space industry — and one shared by every innovator in the room. Omar also shared a reading list with the group, including: Read the full article on LinkedIn |
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IMPACT 25 White Paper
We’re excited to announce the publication of the final IMPACT 25 White Paper. This comprehensive report captures the key insights, conversations, and strategic themes that emerged from the IMPACT 25 conference, held under the theme “Where Leaders of the New Frontier Meet Policy Makers.” The White Paper explores the critical intersections between innovation, leadership, and public policy, highlighting what happens when founders, investors, executives, and policymakers engage directly to shape the future. Designed as both a recap and a long-term resource, the report reflects the momentum and ideas driving the New Frontier forward in 2026 and beyond. A special thank you to Caroline Comer, Shaye McClory, Madison Laskey, Amanda Gort, Tiaan Wienand, Dante Fiorini, and Olivier Lemaignen for their invaluable contributions to this publication.
You can access the report here: |
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Leadership Update: |
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We’re proud to share that Stefanie Speed has been promoted to President of Public Relations at KCOMM. Stefanie’s leadership has played a central role in our firm’s continued growth and evolution, particularly as we expand deeper into complex and highly regulated industries. With more than 15 years of experience spanning quantum computing, healthcare, finance, artificial intelligence, and real estate, Stefanie is known for her ability to translate complex innovation into clear, credible narratives. Her approach to PR emphasizes substance over hype, helping clients build trust, anticipate regulatory and market shifts, and support long-term growth. In her new role, Stefanie will oversee KCOMM’s public relations department, guide integrated communications strategy, and continue expanding our work across emerging and frontier industries. As KCOMM marks its 30th year in business — having served more than 2,000 clients — her leadership will be instrumental in shaping what’s next. |
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As we look ahead, we’re grateful for the continued partnership, collaboration, and curiosity that define the KCOMM community. We’re excited for what 2026 holds and look forward to building what’s next together.
— The KCOMM Team |