Executive Team

Mike Parr has worked as a communications system engineer for over 30 years and serves as eSAT Global’s chief technology officer. Since the late 1990s, he has concentrated on mobile satellite systems and the related terminal designs; for companies including Ligado, Thuraya, Inmarsat, Globalstar, Terrestar, and MexSat.

Mike holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand. He has 34 issued US patents, with one patent pending.

Kevin Xu possesses deep and varied expertise in the realm of wireless communication; spanning across business development, ecosystem development, supply chain management, product management, marketing, and sales. Throughout his career, Kevin has contributed his skills and knowledge to renowned companies like Intel, Sequans, Powermat, and Quanta; where he has held various executive positions. 

Kevin now holds the position of VP of Program Management at eSat, where he not only oversees crucial program initiatives but also comprehensively manages the company's supply chains. This responsibility encompasses managing partnerships with IP providers, semiconductor chip suppliers, contract and original design manufacturers, as well as original equipment manufacturing partners.  Kevin's efforts ensure smooth collaboration and efficient operations across this broad span of cutting-edge supply chain partners. 

Kevin holds a MS and PhD from UCLA, and B.S. from Beijing University.