[Redmond WA – October 19, 2026] - World-leading flat-panel satellite terminal manufacturer, Kymeta, today announces former senior intelligence official, Elizabeth Kimber, as its new Chief Growth Officer. The strategic appointment will continue Kymeta’s expansion across the U.S. Department of War, the Intelligence Community, and other key national security customers.

In her new role, Kimber will bring together Kymeta's innovative technology, products, capabilities, and domain expertise to solve some of the most critical communications and mission challenges faced by the company’s customer base. Kimber joins the team officially after sitting on Kymeta’s Board of Advisors since 2024.  

“Beth’s appointment as Chief Growth Officer marks an important step in Kymeta’s strategy to accelerate growth across defense and government markets,” said Manny Mora, CEO of Kymeta. “Beth brings an exceptional depth of experience across the national security and intelligence communities, with a first-hand understanding of the complex operational challenges facing today’s operatives. Her insight into evolving mission requirements, and the critical role of advanced communications in delivering operational advantage, will be invaluable as we continue to expand our presence within the U.S. Department of War.”

“With demand for secure, resilient multi-orbit, multi-band connectivity accelerating, Beth will play a pivotal role in strengthening our strategic partnerships, deepening engagement with national security customers and ensuring Kymeta’s technology delivers mission-critical capabilities where they are needed most.”

Kimber joins Kymeta following a distinguished 37-year career at the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), culminating in her role as Deputy Director for Operations (DDO) where she oversaw CIA’s worldwide foreign human intelligence (HUMINT) operations and covert action missions.  

She also served as Acting Deputy Director of CIA; Assistant Director of CIA for Europe and Eurasia; Deputy Director of the National Clandestine Service, and Chief, Special Operations Department, Counterterrorism Center.  

She spent 18 years in the field including assignments as Chief of Station and Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Representative. Following an illustrious career in the Intelligence Community, Kimber joined Two Six Technologies as Vice President of Intelligence Community Strategy.

“Having worked closely with Kymeta over the past two years, I have seen first-hand the potential of its metamaterials technology to address some of the most pressing, modern communications and RF challenges facing our defense and intel communities today,” said Kimber. “In national security operations, secure, resilient and reliable connectivity is a mission-critical necessity. Kymeta is redefining what's possible for mobile and resilient communications and is uniquely positioned to deliver the capabilities required to operate effectively in increasingly complex and contested environments.”  

“I'm proud to be part of a company that delivers real operational advantage to those who serve and I look forward to building on our strong relationships across the defense and intelligence communities - aligning our technology with evolving operational requirements and accelerating the delivery of capabilities that make a tangible difference to mission success.” 

About Kymeta
Kymeta revolutionizes satellite communications through Intelligent Communications Platforms (ICPs). Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Kymeta leverages cutting-edge metamaterial-based science to engineer, manufacture and deliver resilient connectivity and enhanced situational awareness for critical, mobile applications. Backed by U.S. and international patents, its electronically steered flat-panel antennas enable seamless communications on the move. With software-defined solutions, hybrid multi-network capabilities, and edge processing, Kymeta integrates satellite and cellular networks, ensuring continuous connectivity in challenging environments. Kymeta solutions serve government, military, maritime, transport, and public safety clients worldwide, providing uninterrupted connectivity and spatial intelligence anywhere, anytime. With over 150 patents, Kymeta is shaping the future of global communications. For more information, visit www.kymetacorp.com.

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