With Elon Musk’s attention divided among his many companies, Shotwell has been the constant presence ensuring that the rocket maker delivers on its ambitious plans. She’s profiting handsomely ...

Gwynne Shotwell has been with SpaceX for the past 23 years, and became president and chief operating officer in 2008. She also holds a 0.3 per cent stake in the company. She was SpaceX’s employee ...