SPACE SYMPOSIUM AGENDA

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.

Master of Ceremonies:

• Thomas Dorame

Separate Registration or Purchase Required

Speaker

Thomas Dorame

Chirag Parikh

Corporate Host

Brig. Gen. Pete F. Hoene, USAF (Ret.)

Co-Sponsor

With deep space exploration at the forefront of our future, the need for groundbreaking technologies, international collaborations and industry growth are imminent. Join us for a stimulating discussion about the way ahead.

Master of Ceremonies

• Hoyt Davidson

Moderator:

• Devin Coldeway

Panelists:

• Peter Beck
• Meagan Crawford
• Jessica Robinson
• Melanie Stricklan

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Speaker

Peter Beck

Devin Coldewey

Meagan Crawford

Hoyt Davidson

Jessica Robinson

Melanie Stricklan

Corporate Host

Akash Jain

Co-Sponsor

At the Corporate Partnership Dinner, we salute all the companies that support Space Foundation throughout the year. Their donations, in-kind contributions, and voluntary efforts are essential to the success of 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.

Corporate membership is an investment in the future of our industry, the returns are endless. Learn more about Corporate Membership (external link).

Master of Ceremonies:

• Jeffrey Grant

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Speaker

GEN James H. Dickinson, USA

Jeffrey Grant

Corporate Host

Kristin Robertson

Co-Sponsor

Commercial space companies are sending more satellites into orbit than ever before, providing a constant stream of data, images and communications capability. This breakfast provides an opportunity to hear key insights for satellite manufacturers, launchers and operators.

Master of Ceremonies: 

• Peter Trainer

Featured Speaker:

• Lt. Gen. Nina M. Armagno, USSF
• Maj. Stephanie Flowers, USSF 

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Speaker

Lt. Gen. Nina M. Armagno, USSF

Maj. Stephanie Flowers, USSF

Peter Trainer

Corporate Host

Sam Kapreilian

Co-Sponsor

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.

Master of Ceremonies:

• Thomas Dorame

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Speaker

Maj. Gen. DeAnna M. Burt, USSF

Thomas Dorame

Corporate Host

Robert Lightfoot

Co-Sponsor

The Annual Women’s Global Gathering is an inspirational and memorable program. Participants will hear from accomplished senior leaders as they share their insights on the important role of women in the exploration of space.

Master of Ceremonies:

• Shelli Brunswick

Special Presenter:

• Michele Thompson

Moderator:

• Elizabeth Brienza

Panelists:

• Dr. Jeanne Atwell
• Dr. Lisa Costa
• Karen Feldstein
• Melanie Stricklan
• Kelle Wendling

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Speaker

Dr. Jeanne Atwell

Shelli Brunswick

Elizabeth Brienza

Dr. Lisa Costa

Karen Feldstein

Melanie Stricklan

Michele Thompson

Kelle Wendling

Corporate Host

Kristin Houston

Co-Sponsor

At the Space Technology Hall of Fame® Dinner we honor those who transform technology originally developed for space exploration into products that help improve the quality of life here on Earth. Join us to celebrate these technologies and conclude a week of successful discussions and networking at the 37th Space Symposium.

Master of Ceremonies:

• Richard B. Cooper

Separate Registration or Purchase Required

Speaker

Robert Cabana

Richard B. Cooper

Corporate Host

Steve Nordlund

Co-Sponsor