Management Team

James J. Parm
President and Chief Executive Officer

James Parm was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Stratos in 2003 where he oversees the strategic direction and global operations of this $500+M global satellite service company. Prior to his position as CEO, Mr. Parm served for three years as Stratos' Chief Operating Officer. More

Paula M. Sturge
Executive VP and Chief Financial Officer

Paula Sturge was appointed to the position of Executive VP and Chief Financial Officer, in September 2007. Prior to this appointment, Ms. Sturge was responsible for the finance, accounting and taxation functions since joining Stratos in April, 2000. More

Richard E. Harris
Senior VP, Corporate Secretary and Chief Legal Officer

Rich Harris was appointed CLO of Stratos in August 2004. Mr. Harris oversees all corporate level activities, including the provision of legal guidance to Stratos' senior management and staff, and participating in critical commercial, regulatory and acquisition activities. More

John M. Mackey
Senior VP and Chief Technology Officer

John Mackey was appointed CTO of Stratos in April 2000. In this capacity, Mr. Mackey plays a pivotal role in driving technology products and offerings across all of Stratos' lines of business. More

John D. Prentice
Senior VP, Broadband Services

John Prentice became Senior Vice President, Broadband Services, in November 2007. In this capacity, Mr. Prentice is responsible for the company's global broadband sales and services. Previous to this position, Mr. Prentice held the role of Senior Vice President, Corporate. More

Ronald H. W. Spithout
Senior VP, MSS Marketing and Sales, Worldwide

Ronald Spithout was appointed Senior Vice President, MSS Marketing and Sales, Worldwide, for Stratos in July 2006. In this role, Mr. Spithout has global responsibility for the MSS marketing and sales organization, including accountability for P&L, strategic direction and partnerships, and the company's distribution network. More