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Wyvern

YC W22

Edmonton, CA · Founded 2018 · 26 employees · 26 known investors

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Wyvern develops high-resolution hyperspectral imaging satellites and delivers satellite-based earth observation data for model-based predictions. The company operates a satellite constellation in the space technology and remote sensing sector.

Advanced ManufacturingAgTechClimate TechDeep TechSpace TechHard TechSatellitesClimateCanadaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)

Wyvern was founded in 2018 by Chris Robson, Kurtis Broda, Kristen Cote, and Callie Lissinna.

CRChris Robson
Chris RobsonCo-Founder & CEOChris Robson holds an MSc in orbital design and analysis and previously managed the AlbertaSat Project, bringing expertise in mechanical engineering and orbital systems to Wyvern.
KBKurtis Broda
Kurtis BrodaCo-FounderFounder of Wyvern, which develops hyperspectral imaging satellites and provides earth observation data for predictive analytics in the remote sensing sector.
KCKristen Cote
Kristen CoteCo-Founder, CTOKristen Cote has expertise in optical imaging technology and laser-based sensing and instrumentation.
CLCallie Lissinna
Callie LissinnaCo-founder · VP Strategic RelationsCallie managed satellite operations and commanding for an Alberta-based spacecraft launched in 2017, and previously served as project manager for a university satellite mission where she coordinated with Canadian space authorities and obtained substantial grant funding. She holds a degree in mechanical engineering with a mathematics minor.30 Under 30 2025
GC
Graham CockmanDirector of People \u0026 Culture
MD
Meghan DearChief Growth Officerformer

Investors · 26

Cortado Ventureslisted by Cortado VenturesOklahoma City

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Emerging Ventureslisted by Emerging VenturesLos Angeles · $100K – $500K

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Foresight Canadalisted by Foresight CanadaVancouver

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Gaingelslisted by GaingelsNew York · $200K – $500K

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MaC Venture Capitallisted by MaC Venture CapitalLos Angeles · $1M – $4M

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Maple Leaf Angelslisted by Maple Leaf AngelsToronto

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Rebel Fundlisted by Rebel FundSan Francisco · $100K – $5M

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Seraphim Spacelisted by Seraphim SpaceLondon · $1.3M – $3.8M

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Soma Capitallisted by Soma CapitalSacramento · $100K – $300K

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Sprint Vclisted by Sprint VcBangalore
Startup TNTlisted by Startup TNTEdmonton · $5K – $100K
TRAC (Third Round Analytics Capital)listed by TRAC (Third Round Analytics Capital)San Francisco · $250K – $2Mvia Fred Campbell · inferred

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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9Unicorns Accelerator FundreportedMumbai

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Asymmetry VenturesreportedRichmond · $125K – $500K

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Cresswell AdvisorsreportedToronto

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INP CapitalreportedVancouver

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Liquid VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $250K – $5M

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Palrecha Capital RollingreportedSeattle

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Red Thread VenturesreportedVancouver

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Seldor CapitalreportedNew York City

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SQUADRA VENTURESreportedBaltimore · $1M – $4M

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Uncork CapitalreportedSan Francisco · $3M – $5M

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Also in the syndicate · 2

Accelerate Fund IIIUniversity of Alberta Innovation Fund

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$13M disclosed across 2 of 5 rounds · 2022–2024

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Companies working in the same space as Wyvern.

Legal entities · 1

corporate structure
Wyvern Incorporated

In the news

Hyperspectral imagery startup Wyvern looks to raise US presence with $6M raisetechcrunch.com · Oct 2024Hyperspectral startup Wyvern signs on to fly with Loft Orbital next year | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Sep 2023Wyvern raises $9.45 million CAD in seed-plus round | BetaKitbetakit.com · Nov 2022Wyvern Raises Additional USD $7M in Fundingfinsmes.com · Nov 2022Space startup Wyvern raises $4.5M and joins YC's latest cohort | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Jan 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Wyvern do?
Wyvern develops high-resolution hyperspectral imaging satellites and delivers satellite-based earth observation data for model-based predictions. The company operates a satellite constellation in the space technology and remote sensing sector.
Who founded Wyvern?
Wyvern was founded by Chris Robson, Kurtis Broda, Kristen Cote, Callie Lissinna in 2018.
Who are Wyvern's investors?
Wyvern's investors include Accelerate Fund, Cortado Ventures, Emerging Ventures, Foresight Canada, Gaingels, MaC Venture Capital, Maple Leaf Angels, Rebel Fund and 16 more.
How much funding has Wyvern raised?
Wyvern has disclosed $13M raised across 2 of its 5 known rounds.
Where is Wyvern headquartered?
Wyvern is headquartered in Edmonton, CA.