36th Space Symposium – Save the Date – Join Us March 30

NEW DATES! October 31 - November 2, 2020

Year after year, the Space Symposium keeps up its reputation as the “must attend” space industry event.
Come see what everyone’s talking about.

Space Foundation Statement on the Rescheduled 36th Space Symposium

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ABOUT THE SPACE SYMPOSIUM

The premier event for global space professionals.

Space Symposium attendees consistently represent all sectors of the space community from multiple spacefaring nations: space agencies; commercial space businesses and associated subcontractors; military, national security and intelligence organizations; cyber security organizations; federal and state government agencies and organizations; research and development facilities; think tanks; educational institutions; space entrepreneurs and private space travel providers; businesses engaged in adapting, manufacturing or selling space technologies for commercial use; and media that inspire and educate the general public about space.

Bringing all these groups together in one place provides a unique opportunity to examine space issues from multiple perspectives, to promote dialog and to focus attention to critical space issues.

NEW THIS YEAR!

Over 90,000 square feet of additional exhibit hall and meeting room space!

Experience the latest in space technology and network with your customers when you visit the newly expanded exhibit center. Now with over 90,000 additional square footage of exhibit and meeting room space!

Make plans now to join us for the 36th Space Symposium, the number one international event for the space industry, attracting thousands of representatives from the military, civil and commercial space sectors - all in one location. This is the one event where our exhibitors know they can reach all of their customers and new prospects in one place. Don't miss this opportunity to reach your target audience!

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SPACE SYMPOSIUM AGENDA AT A GLANCE

Agenda and speakers are subject to change

Thursday, October 29th

Friday, October 30th

Saturday, October 31st

Sunday, November 1st

Monday, November 2nd

Thursday, October 29th

Space Generation Fusion Forum 2020

1:00 pm - 9:30 pm

The Space Generation Fusion Forum is a three-day, high-intensity, fast-paced professional development and networking event focused on the international and US space industry. Delegates are students and young professionals from around the world and various facets of the space sector including science, engineering, law/policy, business/commerce, medicine, media, military, and government.

Friday, October 30th

Space Generation Fusion Forum 2020

8:15 am - 5:15 pm

Saturday, October 31st

Opening Ceremony

6:30 pm - 7:15 pm

The Opening Ceremony celebrates the official start of the annual Space Symposium. The Space Foundation honors outstanding individuals and organizations at several Symposium events, to highlight the best of the best in the space community. We are excited to announce that Opening Ceremony for the 36th Space Symposium will feature presentation of the General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Space Foundation.

Grand Opening: Lockheed Martin Exhibit Centers North and South

7:15 pm - 10:00 pm

When visiting the Lockheed Martin Exhibit Centers North and South, it becomes evident that going to space is just the beginning! It’s what you do when you get there that matters. Lockheed Martin builds satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for government and commercial customers. The satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide. Connecting people. Advancing discovery. And protecting what matters most.

Sunday, November 1st

Government Affairs Breakfast

7:15 am - 8:30 am

The Government Affairs Breakfast is a unique opportunity for attendees to enhance their networking opportunities by engaging with government, military, and industry representatives on public policy issues. Discussion focuses on topics critical to the government affairs community with a senior official as featured speaker.

Space Warfighters Luncheon

12:15 pm - 1:45 pm

This luncheon honors the service and contributions to our national and global security by our military forces and those of our global partners. Remarks from a distinguished leader in the Space domain.

Corporate Partnership Dinner

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

At the Corporate Partnership Dinner, we salute all the companies that support the Space Foundation throughout the year. Their donations, in-kind contributions, and voluntary efforts are essential to the success of the Space Foundation’s programs. The financial backing and on-going participation by corporate members in Space Foundation programs have helped us grow into the leading organization we are today.

Monday, November 2nd

Women’s Global Gathering Luncheon

12:15 pm - 1:45 pm

The Space Foundation invites the public, both men and women, to purchase tickets for the annual Women’s Global Gathering, an inspirational and memorable program and luncheon. Participants will hear from accomplished senior leaders as they share their insights on the important role of women in the exploration of space. This event also provides a great networking opportunity and is open to both men and women and Space Symposium registrants and participants.

Space Foundation Awards Celebration Dinner

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The culminating event of the annual Space Symposium, the Space Foundation Awards Celebration Dinner provides the opportunity to highlight outstanding achievements in the space community. Join us as we recognize and celebrate recipients of the Space Achievement Award, the Douglas S. Morrow Public Outreach Award and the John L. “Jack” Swigert, Jr., Award for Space Exploration.

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