Virgin Galactic Appoints Megan Prichard as Chief Growth Officer

Virgin Galactic has appointed Megan Prichard as Chief Growth Officer, a newly created role that will oversee the company’s integrated growth and revenue strategy across its human spaceflight and research mission portfolio. Prichard will assume the position on April 6 as the company prepares for the launch of commercial operations in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Driving Market Expansion for Suborbital Spaceflight

In her new role, Prichard will be responsible for expanding Virgin Galactic’s book of business for both research missions and spaceflight expeditions. Her remit includes accelerating the development of new spaceports, building strategic brand partnerships, and identifying new commercial markets that leverage the company’s technical capabilities and experience in human spaceflight.

Background in Emerging Mobility and Advanced Technology

Prichard joins Virgin Galactic from Uber, where she served as Head of US Mobility Portfolio and previously led initiatives in e VTOL and micromobility. Her experience includes launching and scaling new business lines such as Uber Elite and driving growth across emerging transportation technologies. She has also held leadership roles at Cruise, the autonomous vehicle subsidiary of General Motors, where she served as Vice President for Commercialization.

Leadership Perspective on Growth and Commercial Readiness

Virgin Galactic leadership highlighted Prichard’s track record in scaling businesses built around breakthrough technologies. The company noted that her experience in autonomy, advanced mobility, and high growth commercial operations aligns with Virgin Galactic’s transition toward routine suborbital flights and expanded customer engagement.

A Strategic Moment for Human Spaceflight

Prichard described the opportunity to lead growth at Virgin Galactic as a pivotal moment for the commercial space industry. She emphasized the company’s role in expanding access to space for private individuals, researchers, and government partners, and expressed enthusiasm for advancing the company’s impact as the industry enters a new phase of operational maturity.

About Virgin Galactic

Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company focused on human first spaceflight for private individuals, researchers, and government customers. The company is developing next generation vehicles designed to enable frequent access to suborbital space with an efficient cost structure. Virgin Galactic aims to scale operations through advanced SpaceShips and launch systems that support both scientific research and human spaceflight experiences.