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This is not another ode to New York. It is a birthday card for my dad, a true New Yorker. medium.com/@tejpaul/miracle-…
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At @Axiom_Space, we've embraced the Indian tradition of "Milni" -- meaning a union of families. It was my ultimate honor to reunite with @AstroPeggy, Shux, @astro_slawosz , and Tibor after their successful #Ax4 Mission. 🇺🇸 🇭🇺 🇮🇳 🇵🇱
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It’s my honor to serve as the next CEO of @Axiom_Space. I have been inspired by space exploration since childhood, and leading Axiom Space at this critical inflection point is a culmination of my experiences and dreams. We are accelerating our investment in next-generation stations, suits, missions and space platforms. We are actively seeking passionate, visionary engineers, technologists, and entrepreneurs who want to help build humanity’s future home in space. I am proud to lead #TeamAxiom.
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Dear People, I am NOT your Uber driver. I’m not an Uber driver at all. Black car + Brown skin does not equal your ride. Check the license plate. Notice the toddler before opening the door. Don’t ask “You sure?” You are wrong, not me. Thanks in advance, Tej
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I came to space 4 years ago with one mission: commercialization.
I'm proud of the team at Axiom for driving billions in undeniable value and capital, completing 4 historic missions to the ISS, expanding access for dozens of nations and corporations while I was CRO and then CEO.
While the company transitions to new leadership, the frontier is calling me. The next era of the global space economy will require serious business model innovation to take civilization off-planet. It's time.
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Greetings from Tokyo #Ax4 with @Astro_Wakata - We can’t wait to have you home @AstroPeggy Shux Slawosz Tibor! @Axiom_Space @SpaceX @NASA @Space_Station
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International dealmaking in space is more complex than I could have ever imagined. Here is a behind the scenes look at how @Axiom_Space brought together four nations on #Ax4. "Can't is a made up word"
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Your performance in The Kite Runner on Broadway is absolutely brilliant @AmirArison - it has been a pleasure knowing you since college and your dedication to your art has been an inspiration for me in my career. #NYC
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On 9.9.9 my grandmother said “In a successful partnership 1 plus 1 does not equal 2, it makes 11.”
Happy 13th (2+11) anniversary in ’22 (2x11) to @ErikaEspositoNY
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This is my second blog post. Like the last one, this post is only indirectly about work. I want startup founders to know that I am here for you. medium.com/@tejpaul/the-yell…
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Excited to join @TBPN at 12pm PT (3pm ET, 9pm CET) to discuss why now is the time to invest in space and why @Axiom_Space is the next super-unicorn to watch!
Morning. Here are our guest call-ins today:
– @djseo (Neuralink)
– @tejpaul (Axiom Space)
– @ttunguz (Theory Ventures)
– @KendrickEsq (Republic)
– @kirstenagreen (Forerunner Ventures)
See you all on the stream.
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Great to meet you @Astro_Mike !! I still can’t believe this is my job @Axiom_Space - I’m hiring btw. 👀 @CommanderMLA @DittmarML @chartneey
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Pretty amazing to wake up and find @Axiom_Space on @TIME 100 most influential companies of 2022. I’m very proud to share a spot on this list with customers, friends, and my former employer! time.com/collection/time100-…
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So great to reconnect with @bijan in our new roles. Huge thanks to @nihalmehta for reconnecting us. The startup ecosystem is blessed to have you both supporting us always.
Axiom Space CRO, Tejpaul Bhatia, met with Ambassador to Czech Republic, Bijan Sabet, about #BuildingOpportunity in LEO. USEmbassyPrague #AmbSabet
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I’m spending Thanksgiving with my wife, son, sister, and parents at a remote Airbnb. I had to work miracles to stream the World Cup here and my mom walks in and says “put on the Macy’s day parade.” 🤦🏽♂️ I am grateful for every word in this tweet. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Working hard to support startups in NYC. @ArinoAna CSO @johnpaulfarmer CTO and Tej CVO (Chief Vest Officer) @nycbigapps
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2025 marks the emergence of the real business model for space. Nations around the world have already joined @Axiom_Space to create the marketplace that will unlock multiple trillion-dollar orbital economies powered by human spaceflight, industrial collaboration, and technological advancement in microgravity. Big wins for all ahead! @anton_brevde @vijaychattha @TarekWaked @AbdoJohnHajj @6thStMayor
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Someone just said to me “in our garden we have lemon trees” to which my son responded “in our garden we have the Knicks” #NYC
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In a world where everyone is always staring at screens, genuine eye contact is a secret weapon. Try it.
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Congratulations on 20 years in #NYC @ErikaEspositoNY - we are glad you chose us. Everyone’s your friend in New York City
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Nicest accelerator space I have ever seen. And some sick startups and founders in it too. @LIFT_Labs @techstars @kjsnyc @chartneey
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A wonderful day, venue, and partnership. Thank you Mr. Ambassador and the entire team. @_SzabolcsTakacs @Axiom_Space
🇭🇺Ministry of Foreign Affairs&Trade continues the preparations for the 🧑🚀astronaut mission, in cooperation with US company @Axiom_Space! Amb @_SzabolcsTakacs signed an agreement to further the mission which aims to send a well-trained Hungarian research astronaut to the ISS. 🚀
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What we’ve been up to 👀
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It's hard to believe it's been 100 days already. Time flies when you work with amazing people who share a purpose. I'm continuously inspired by the incredible team at Axiom Space. All credit for our progress and success goes to their talent, passion, and shared commitment to build the future of humanity in space. Thank you to our visionary founders for this opportunity of a lifetime. I'm honored to be part of this journey with all of you. #TeamAxiom
Do what you love - Love what you do. #Flow
The past 100 days at Axiom Space were full of historic accomplishments – from human spaceflight missions to spacesuit partnerships to space station hardware. And Congrats to our CEO @tejpaul on completing his first 100 days on the job. #AxiomLeads #AxiomStation #AxEMU #Ax4
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I don’t do my job to “get credit” but the occasional pat on the back does feel good. Thanks to my friend and visionary investor @cjwake for this thoughtful gift.
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Milkha Singh, one of the fastest runners in history aka The Flying Sikh, just sent this message to my son. #legend
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My latest blog post. It was an attempt at technical thought leadership. It’s not technical. Hopefully it’s thoughtful. medium.com/@tejpaul/call-me-…
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We're excited to announce that @katvoltage , the first Mexican-born woman in space, has signed a Seat Reservation Agreement with @Axiom_Space - we are continually expanding access to space and growing the global space economy. Katya’s mission will strengthen Latin America’s emerging role in the international space community. Go Katya!
Katya Echazarreta (@katvoltage) has signed a Seat Reservation Agreement with Axiom Space for a future human spaceflight mission.
This future mission seeks to highlight the potential of the Latin American community in space, showing how space exploration breaks down barriers, accelerates discovery, and kickstarts economic growth. From cutting-edge science in microgravity to educational outreach, Katya intends to inspire the next generation of explorers. A mission like this would stimulate a whole-of-Mexico effort to access space and promote research, development, and innovation. #BuildingOpportunity #ExperienceSpace
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The Startup Leadership Program is the most important professional/personal community I have (& I have a lot: Columbia, Scient, ESPN, Citi Ventures D10X, Google). Learn more at our info sessions in NYC on July 29 & Aug 13 & Apply here: bit.ly/32A6ECw @startlead
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I just got my NY State REAL ID after 3 hours at the DMV. Life was so much easier when I had a fake ID.
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Thrilled to share that our recent thruster hot fire test is already driving rapid progress—from the current MK7 to the next-generation MK8, with our next round of testing scheduled as soon as next week. Our propulsion teams are working at full speed, turning data into action and pushing the boundaries of innovation for #AxiomStation. This momentum underscores our commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology and value!
The #Ax4 crew had the opportunity to observe the thruster hot fire test carried out by our propulsion team. While the crew has previously experienced thruster fire, they got an inside look into the testing of our next-generation thruster design for #AxiomStation.
@Astro_Wakata @AstroPeggy @astro_slawosz @gagan_shux @isro @esa @POLSA_GOV_PL
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Hard to believe but we are doing this: May 17, NYC, IRL. Contact me @jefielding @shaig @catmhernandez @nihalmehta @jefielding for tix. It is intentionally limited capacity to keep the beautiful outdoor venue under 25% - profits to India covid relief.
Okay NYC peeps, the comeback event of the spring is happening on May 17th and tickets seem to be going quickly! 🔥🔥🔥 Please contact me, @nihalmehta @tejpaul @JenFriedman @catmhernandez or @shaig directly for the link to grab a ticket. Profits are going to India Covid Relief.
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I want you! to join us for #Breezin 2 Mon 6/14 6-9 @Pier66Maritime open bar, bbq & hanging with exceptional people in #NYC. Tix: breezin.nyc/ - profits to charity. DM hosts for password @JenFriedman @nihalmehta @jefielding @shaig @catmhernandez @tejpaul or @JenFriedman
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It seems like a dream that one year ago today I had the honor of hosting the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing at Google NY with @snnaka @chartneey @KunalSood @jdfargnoli - I can't even imagine how people felt when it actually happened 51 years ago.
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All startups must be able to adapt - space startups are no different. @Axiom_Space @TypeOneVC
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Thank you @cnbcSri and @CNBC for the fascinating conversation about the commercialization of space and how @Axiom_Space is driving international diplomacy in this new frontier. We are proud to partner with countries like India to create the future space economy.
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My parents sent me a text of @Axiom_Space and @CommanderMLA on @GMA this morning. I’m proud that they knew and knew how. #Ax1
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I’m excited to co-host @chamath @AndrewYang @LaurieSegall next week Feb 9 along with some great #NYC friends. Join us: donate.y4ny.com/020921TB
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When I was 12, I saw Mayor Dinkins at the @usopen and he told me “You are the future.” A few years later I saw him again and asked “Mr. Mayor, do you remember me?” and he said “Of course I do, you are the future.”
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Who are we to dream so loudly? We are @PitchandrunNYC - We are #NYC - Dream very loudly friends.
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Partnering with non-space industry is becoming part of the fabric of the new space economy. Here's how we are working with companies like @Prada
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Maximized social distance running in NYC. Soundtrack by @muse Madness, Thought Contagion, Hysteria, Propaganda, Something Human, United States of Eurasia, Apocalypse Please, Survival, Isolated System, Space Dementia
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My dad: so glad you left the city and decided to come home
My son: yay grandpa’s house!!!
Me: what is up with this wifi?
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.@JonZanoff Kelly Fryer & @techstars I had to leave and couldn’t say bye but want to tell you this is one of the best set of pitches I’ve seen. Super polished founders but more importantly extremely relevant, timely & high potential businesses. well done.
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Calling all Space Startups and Venture Investors: the time to go all in is now! @vijaychattha @nihalmehta @6thStMayor
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When I arrived at our meeting spot for @PitchandrunNYC this morning @ChelseaPiersNYC I noticed this giant billboard with our son on it. @ErikaEspositoNY
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Startups need the right people in the right roles. This is because solutions are unknown and the right people in the right roles know the right tools to use. The wrong or right people in the wrong roles don’t even understand the problem that needs to be solved.
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.@ErikaEspositoNY he just ran his first mile. 13 minutes - no stopping. @bhargreaves and Amanda, good to see you at the park. Join us for @PitchandrunNYC Wednesday and Friday this week.
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Here’s to being better than your best in 2023. @PitchandrunNYC @Axiom_Space @startlead tejpaul.medium.com/your-best…
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For the past 6 weeks @Axiom_Space, I’ve ended every external meeting with “would you go to Space?” I see a fascinating pattern. I’d like to hear from my Twitter friends as well:
Would you go? 🚀🪐
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Save the date and get vaccinated. Venue rules (and good practice) require proof of Vax or same day pcr negative test.
Save the date for NYC’s summer comeback c/o of #longnewyork party planners @nihalmehta @shaig @tejpaul @jefielding @JenFriedman. See you on May 17th! ☀️
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2 years ago I couldn’t have imagined hanging out with legendary astronauts @AstroPeggy @Astro_Rex and future astronauts @astro_marcus @WalterVilladei - now, I call it Friday @Axiom_Space
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My flight just got diverted due to a passenger altercation. They are playing “Don’t worry be happy” on the loudspeakers while we wait for the police on the tarmac. Maybe they should have played it while we were boarding. 😂
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Son asked for a dog.
We got him a fish instead.
He named the fish “Dog.”
@ErikaEspositoNY
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.@cvspharmacy why??? I bought wrapping paper - I could have just used your receipt instead.
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Does misery love company or does your company love misery? Either way, choose to be a source of positivity.
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There is still time to get tickets for @chamath vs @AndrewYang tomorrow at 7p et. Join us! donate.y4ny.com/020921TB
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Think you've got what it takes to work in the space industry? At @Axiom_Space, we need you to get into "founder mode" and "forever mode" to win. @vijaychattha @TarekWaked
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At @Axiom_Space we are building the new space economy through multiple revenue paths with the entire ecosystem. Diversifying revenue in space will be achieved by "productizing Earth." I've seen @TheDelian @colindough @gedmark driving this concept forward with their startups too.
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So proud to know this team (and that my hands are clean)
Today PathSpot was named to @TIME's Best Inventions of 2019! We are so honored to be included in this list of products making the world a safer and smarter place to live. If you’re interested in joining our team we’re hiring!
time.com/collection/best-inv…
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Spanish Diner @little_spain by @chefjoseandres in @_HudsonYardsNYC is the best place to watch @EURO2020 in #NYC
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1 hour after landing in Delhi, I stepped outside to take a photo of Jupiter and
randomly ran into @Javaughn12 - big universe, small world. @EniacVC @Axiom_Space
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I had the honor as CEO of @Axiom_Space to deliver a speech before the historic #Ax4 launch to dignitaries from the US, India, Poland, Hungary, NASA, ESA, and SpaceX. I chose to speak about one word: Significance.
tejpaul.medium.com/significa…
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This is really happening. “Our work continues to open space to more people than ever.” 🙏🏽 @NASA @Axiom_Space @CommanderMLA
Great news! We are targeting Feb. 21 for the launch of the Axiom 1 mission to the @Space_Station – the first private astronaut mission to the microgravity laboratory with @Axiom_Space. Our work continues to open space to more people than ever.
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Awesome day in Philadelphia. I promise @kjsnyc and I had human conversation. Rainbow to prove it.
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My latest blog post about finding a job I enjoy, excel at, and get to define. medium.com/@tejpaul/what-is-…
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The everything croissant from @dailyprov in Manhattan West is ridiculously delicious. And I almost never tweet about food.
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