Track: Symposium Program
Sunday, April 3, 2022
Sunday, April 3, 2022
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Track: Symposium Program
Location: Space Foundation Headquarters and Discovery Center
A Celebration of Space: Discover What’s Next
Celebrate the wonders of space—and our 10th anniversary—at Space Foundation Discovery Center. Join us for an evening of fun before Space Symposium, and support STEM education while you enjoy this cosmic-themed party.
In ten years, Space Foundation Discovery Center has seen nearly 300,000 people of all ages walk through its doors. Through hundreds of STEM programs, thousands of children have been introduced to the universe. We are partying to celebrate our forward progress and you are invited! Highlights of the night include astronaut meet and greets, a drone obstacle course, a silent auction, and more. Your ticket includes all activities and food, plus your first drink is on us! This event is 21+ only.
Tickets can be purchased with your Symposium registration or you visit bit.ly/spacecelebration to learn more and buy them there. All proceeds benefit Space Foundation’s immersive STEM education programs.
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Monday, April 4, 2022
Monday, April 4, 2022
5:15 pm - 6:00 pm
Track: Symposium Program
Location: International Center: Outside
Opening Ceremony
The Opening Ceremony celebrates the official start of the annual Space Symposium. 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 the Opening Ceremony for the 37th Space Symposium will feature the presentation of the General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award, the highest honor bestowed by Space Foundation.
Master of Ceremonies:
- Thomas E. Zelibor, Rear Admiral, USN (Ret.)
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Monday, April 4, 2022
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Track: Symposium Program
Location: Ball Aerospace Exhibit Center
Monday, April 4, 2022
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Track: Symposium Program
Location: Lake Terrace Dinning Room
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
7:15 am - 8:30 am
Track: Meal Event, Symposium Program
Location: Colorado Hall
Government Affairs Breakfast
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
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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
10:10 am - 10:25 am
Track: Symposium Program, Virtual Session
Location: The Broadmoor Hotel
Artemis and Industry: Building the Space Economy
Moderator:
- Lauren Smith – Space Foundation New Gen Board Member
Panelists:
- Kenneth Bowersox
- James Free
- James Reuter
- Dr. Thomas Zurbuchen
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Track: Meal Event, Symposium Program
Location: Colorado Hall
Game Changers Luncheon
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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International Military Collaboration
Moderator:
- Kelli Seybolt
Panelists:
- Brig. Gen. Luca Capasso, IAF
- MGEN Michel Friedling, FRA-AF
- AVM Paul Godfrey, OBE, RAF
- AIRMSHL Mel Hupfeld, RAAF
- Gen. Shunju Izutsu, JSDF
- Lt. Gen. David J. Julazadeh, USAF
- Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond, USSF
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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Track: Symposium Program, Virtual Session
Location: The Broadmoor Hotel
Norms of Behavior: A Cross Sectional Look
Moderator:
- Dr. Bhavya Lal
Panelists:
- Mike Gold
- Audrey Schaffer
- Gabriel Swiney
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Track: Symposium Program
Location: Ball Aerospace Exhibit Center
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Track: Meal Event, Symposium Program
Location: International Center
Corporate Partnership Dinner
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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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
7:15 am - 8:30 am
Track: Meal Event, Symposium Program
Location: Colorado Hall
Satellite Forum Breakfast
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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Heads of Agency
Moderator:
- Dr. Kathryn C. Thornton
Panelists:
- Dr. Josef Aschbacher
- Philippe Baptiste
- Dr. Paul Bate
- Lisa Campbell
- Col. Pam Melroy, USAF (Ret.)
- Dr. Walther Pelzer
- Dr. Hiroshi Yamakawa
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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
10:00 am - 10:20 am
Track: Symposium Program
Location: International Center
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
10:20 am - 10:35 am
Track: Symposium Program
Location: International Center
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
10:35 am - 10:45 am
Track: Symposium Program, Virtual Session
Location: The Broadmoor Hotel
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Track: Symposium Program
Location: International Center
Leveraging the Synergy of Proliferated LEO and GEO Systems for National Security Missions
Opening Remarks:
- Tara Copp
- Dr. Derek Tournear
Moderator:
- Lt. Gen. David Buck, USAF (Ret.)
Panelists:
- Richard Aves
- Col. Dean Bellamy, USAF (Ret.)
- Tony Colucci
- Capt. Robert Curbeam, USN (Ret.)
- Stacy Kubicek
- Tom Markusic
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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Track: Meal Event, Symposium Program
Location: Colorado Hall
Space Warfighters Luncheon
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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Heads of Agency: Nations to Watch
Moderators:
- Steve Eisenhart
- Dr. Christian Feichtinger
Panelists:
- Dr. Salvador Landeros Ayala
- Dunay Badirkhanov
- Ricardo Conde
- Dr. Mohamed El-Koosy
- Carlos Moura
- Enrico Palermo
- Dr. Marius-Ioan Piso
Speaker
The Component Commands
Moderator:
- Maj. Gen. Brook J. Leonard, USAF
Panelists:
- Brig. Gen. Jeffrey F. Hill, USAF
- LTG Daniel Karbler, USA
- RDML Will Pennington, USN
- Lt. Gen. Kirk Pierce, USAF
- MajGen Karl D. Pierson, USMC
- Lt. Gen. Stephen Whiting, USSF
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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
3:50 pm - 4:00 pm
Track: Symposium Program, Virtual Session
Location: The Broadmoor Hotel
Planetary Defense
Moderator:
- Dipak Srinivasan
Panelists:
- Dr. Nancy Chabot
- Rolf Densing
- Dr. Lori Glaze
- Lt. Gen. John E. Shaw, USSF
Thursday, April 7, 2022
Combining Science and Technology: A Service Labs Discussion
Moderator:
- Dr. Andy Williams
Panelists:
- Dr. Bruce Danly
- CAPT Daniel Keane, USCG
- Maj. Gen. Heather L. Pringle, USAF
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Thursday, April 7, 2022
9:00 am - 11:45 am
Track: Symposium Program, Track Pass
Location: Broadmoor West: Rocky Mountain Ballroom
Workforce Development Track Session
Hosted by Space Foundation’s Center for Innovation and Education, a lifelong learning platform for the global space ecosystem that delivers workforce development and economic opportunity for students, teachers, entrepreneurs and professionals. Joining the Workforce Development Track provides registrants the opportunity to hear from industry leaders on today’s topics and learn about the advancements of our future endeavors.
This session is open to Symposium and Track Pass Registrants
9:00 AM – Opening Remarks
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- Shelli Brunswick, Space Foundation
9:05 AM – Featured Speaker
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- Johannes Torpe, Johannes Torpe Studios
9:20 AM – Fireside Chat
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- Nicolas Peter, International Space University (ISU)
- Dr. Kathryn C. Thornton, Space Foundation – Moderator
9:30 AM – Fireside Chat
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- Kelli Kedis Ogborn, Space Foundation – Moderator
- David Thomas, Arizona State University
9:40 AM – Fireside Chat
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- Kelli Kedis Ogborn, Space Foundation – Moderator
- Kevin O’Connell, Space Economy Rising
9:50 AM – Featured Speaker
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- Dr. Muhammad Sharif, ICESCO
10:00 AM – Networking Break and Space Foundation Discovery Center Activities
10:30 AM – Recruiting the New Workforce: What Industry Leaders Need for the Future of Space
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- Peter Beck, Rocket Lab
- Tina Ghataore, Mynaric USA
- Michael McLaughlin, L3Harris
- Lee Steinke, Space Foundation – Moderator
11:15 AM – Space Workforce 2030 Panel
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- Jeffrey Grant, Space Foundation
- The Hon. Steven Isakowitz, Aerospace Corporation
- Daniel Jablonsky, Maxar
- Jaynesh Patel, Northrop Grumman
- Via Van Liew, Aerospace Corporation – Moderator
11:30 AM – Closing Remarks
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- Lee Steinke, Space Foundation
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Thursday, April 7, 2022
9:50 am - 10:05 am
Track: Symposium Program, Virtual Session
Location: The Broadmoor Hotel
Digital Engineering and Digital Twins
Moderator:
- Sian Griffiths
Panelists:
- Col. Jason E. Bartolomei, USAF
- Brig. Gen. Dennis Bythewood, USSF
- Dr. Lisa Costa
- Brig. Gen. D. Jason Cothern, USSF
- Rob Wavra
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Climate Data and Space Commerce in a Rapidly Changing World
Moderator:
- Tariq Malik
Panelists:
- Irene Parker
- The Honorable Dr. Richard Spinrad
- Dr. Stephen Volz
Thursday, April 7, 2022
12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Track: Meal Event, Symposium Program
Location: Colorado Hall
Women’s Global Gathering Luncheon
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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Commercial Astronauts
Moderators:
- Jodie Guillen
- Davide Petrillo
Panelists:
- Dr. Chris Boshuizen
- Audrey Powers
- Dylan Taylor
Thursday, April 7, 2022
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Track: Meal Event, Symposium Program
Location: International Center
Space Technology Hall of Fame Dinner
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
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Thursday, April 7, 2022
9:00 pm - 12:30 am
Track: New Generation Space Leaders, Symposium Program
Location: Colorado Hall
