UrtheCast is a geospatial and geoanalytics earth imagery provider based in Vancouver that moves pixels from space to screen.
The goal was to rival Google Earth with a system designed to produce unparalleled scientific quality imagery of the earth using leading edge technology and data analytics of everyday happenings on the planet.
The challenge was to capture the magnitude of our evolving planet with a live-streaming camera from the International Space Station, coupled with logistical challenges associated with various international governing bodies.
BIG ascertained the key elements required to launch this astronomical concept: funding, narrative, talent and effective leadership and leveraged it all. We aligned a robust investor management portal to convey current updates while successfully sourcing $52M.
A key player was introduced: GroundMap, a respected geolocation firm, who aided in attracting the ideal talent to synergize with BIG’s established geek team. Together the developers, designers, functional support crew and ground segment operators, granted the UrtheCast core members the ability to stay focused on product development objectives.
From there, BIG structured fundraising opportunities and due diligence requirements for its future IPO.
With our reflective lens, BIG celebrates 2 major industry wins along with UrtheCast :
Winner of Alberta’s Best Digital Startup (2012)
Winner of T-Systems Cloud Computing GMES Masters Competition
The company went public on the TSX Venture Exchange, and has since been purchased by a private institution, and they’ve expanded their service offerings beyond the two cameras and now operate 4 sensors on ISS: 2 satellites, 2 cameras.
The challenge was to capture the magnitude of our evolving planet with a live-streaming camera from the International Space Station, coupled with logistical challenges associated with various international governing bodies.
BIG ascertained the key elements required to launch this astronomical concept: funding, narrative, talent and effective leadership and leveraged it all. We aligned a robust investor management portal to convey current updates while successfully sourcing $52M.
A key player was introduced: GroundMap, a respected geolocation firm, who aided in attracting the ideal talent to synergize with BIG’s established geek team. Together the developers, designers, functional support crew and ground segment operators, granted the UrtheCast core members the ability to stay focused on product development objectives.
From there, BIG structured fundraising opportunities and due diligence requirements for its future IPO.
With our reflective lens, BIG celebrates two major industry wins along with UrtheCast :
Winner of Alberta’s Best Digital Startup (2012)
Winner of T-Systems Cloud Computing GMES Masters Competition
The company went public on the TSX Venture Exchange, and has since been purchased by a private institution, and they’ve expanded their service offerings beyond the two cameras and now operate four sensors on ISS: two satellites, two cameras.
First and foremost, UrtheCast needed a capital infusion to power software development. We crafted a narrative that spoke to the power of making this high-definition, live imagery accessible on a global scale – and raised $52M in financing. To engage their large investor network ongoing, we developed a robust investor management portal that shared project and financial updates to instill confidence as the company evolved.
Rather than hiring an entirely new team from scratch, we partnered with a small geolocation company, GroundMap, to leverage their specialized expertise and existing development team. Our collaboration empowered us to start building the product immediately while also taking the time to recruit the right full-time team members.
Building software to transmit data from space is no easy feat; UrtheCast needed not only a highly qualified team, but a number of specialists, including developers, designers, functional support experts, ground segment operators and all around space geeks. We helped by recruiting and onboarding a new team so UrtheCast could stay focused on their product development goals.
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Jamie’s diverse career in the startup ecosystem has empowered him to understand the intricacies of collaboration and innovation; he has a keen eye for great ideas, and is able to quickly discern whether a market is ready for a shift. His operational experience informs his ability to craft a compelling narrative around a company’s finances, metrics, and growth potential to win partners and investors.
As BIG’s Chief Operating Officer, Jamie works to set and achieve project goals, plans, and timelines. He works alongside BIG’s executive management team to provide visionary organizational leadership and ensure operational controls are adhered to, timelines are met, and objectives are exceeded. Jamie is co-author of The Sustainable Startup, which he crafted alongside Cameron Chell. The book provides startups the guidance and structure they need to scale their team and business.
