[8/21/07 – Satellite Today] SkyTerra Communications Inc. and Mobile Satellite Ventures (MSV) have appointed James Wiseman vice president and corporate controller, the companies announced Aug. 21.

Wiseman will be responsible for the overall management and direction of all corporate accounting, tax, financial reporting and related compliance matters as well as budgeting and business process activities for MSV and corporate parent SkyTerra.

Wiseman most recently served as vice president of finance and worldwide controller for MicroStrategy and has more than 15 years experience in corporate finance and accounting, including management and executive management roles with Arthur Andersen and Discovery Communications.