Spotlight
Foundation CEO Inspires Future Leaders
On Oct. 21, Space Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer Elliot Pulham was the keynote speaker in Honolulu, Hawaii, at the National American Pacific Islander Leadership Institute (NAPALI). Each year NAPALI brings together a hand-picked group of young engineers, teachers, and executives of Pacific Island heritage for leadership training and mentoring. Pulham delivered remarks drawn…
Corporate Membership in 2009
The Space Foundation serves its corporate members by developing innovative programs and activities that can benefit the individual company as well as the industry in general. We work closely with our members in developing and promoting space awareness and educational initiatives that benefit everyone. Financial support, input, and subject expertise from our member companies help…
Upcoming Space Foundation Events
Mark your calendars for these events! 25th National Space Symposium, March 30 – April 2, 2009, in Colorado Springs, Colo. www.NationalSpaceSymposium.org Space Business Forum: New York, June 4, 2009, New York, N.Y. www.SpaceBusinessForum.com Strategic Space and Defense 2009, Oct. 6-8, 2009, in Omaha, Neb. www.StratSpace.org This article is part of Space Watch: November 2008 (Volume:…
Space Foundation Participates in STEMapalooza
The Space Foundation, along with more than 5,300 children, parents, and teachers, participated in the first STEMapalooza event held at the Colorado Convention Center from Oct. 24-25. STEMapalooza brings together members of the science community from across Colorado to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education to excite students about science. The highlight of…
Space Technology Benefits Recognized Around the World
Wherever you go and whatever the local language happens to be, a common theme found around the world is that space technologies continue to benefit all of us here on Earth. A recent television story by Channel One – Russia underscores this truth. The story paid special attention to Space Certification Program partner Eagle Shield…
Report from Washington D.C.
After an intense month of legislative activity, Congress recessed in early October and members returned home to their districts and states for the run-up to the election. While most of the focus in Washington is on the presidential race, congressional races are also being watched closely as the balance of Democrats and Republicans in both…
Commander Delivers Closing Keynote
Strategic Space and Defense 2008 ended strong with the closing remarks of Gen. Kevin P. Chilton, USAF, commander, U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM). The general thanked the Space Foundation and Space News, industry representatives, and international partners for the support they provide USSTRATCOM, and urged further international participation at the conference in future years. The commander’s…
Sponsor Recognitions for Strategic Space and Defense 2008
The Welcoming Reception and Exhibit Center Opening on 6 Oct., co-sponsored by the Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership, set the stage for attendees, exhibitors, and the men and women of U.S. Strategic Command to meet, mingle, and discuss their expectations for the days to follow at Strategic Space and Defense 2008. Chamber President and CEO…
Next Year at Strategic Space and Defense….
Strategic Space and Defense 2009 will be held 6-8 October at the Qwest Center Omaha Convention Center and Arena. For updates, visit www.StratSpace.org. If you have registration questions, please contact Erica Neal, customer service manager, at 719-576-8000, 800-691-4000, or [email protected]. If you have any questions or concerns about exhibiting, please contact Rhonda Truett, trade show…
Space Foundation Publishes ITAR White Paper
In September, the Space Foundation published a white paper entitled “ITAR and the U.S. Space Industry.” The paper examines the effect of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which govern the export of space technology. Concerns about ITAR’s impact on the business practices and cost structures of the space industry prompted the paper, which…