Space Foundation Press Releases

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 25, 2007) — The Space Foundation announced today that Bigelow Aerospace is the 2007 recipient of its Space Achievement Award. The award will be presented Monday, April 9 during the opening ceremony of the 23rd National Space Symposium, the premier annual space industry conference, scheduled for April 9-12, 2007, at The…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 24, 2007) — Today the Space Foundation named Kendra S. Horn manager of communication and media relations, effective Feb. 1. From its headquarters in Colorado Springs, Horn will lead the Space Foundation’s internal and external communications efforts in advancing civil, commercial and national security space and the Foundation’s education activities. Additionally,…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 17, 2007) — Today the Space Foundation announced the 2007 recipient of the Jack Swigert Award for Space Exploration. The astronomical observatories, scientists, researchers, and students of the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) will be honored with the award Monday, April 9 in Colorado Springs during the Opening Ceremony of the…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 11, 2007) — Only one week remains for attendees to save $300 on registration for the 23rd National Space Symposium, the premier annual space industry conference. Those who register and pay in full by Friday, Jan. 19, 2007, receive the discounted `early bird` registration rate, a $300 savings. The 23rd National…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.(Jan. 8, 2007) — Today the Board of Directors of the Space Foundation announced the election of new officers and directors of the corporation, effective Jan. 17, 2007. Ms. Barbara M. Barrett (Paradise Valley, Az.), Mr. Martin C. Faga (McLean, Va.), and Mr. Elon Musk (El Segundo, Calif.) were elected new members of…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Dec. 14, 2006) — The Space Foundation announced today that Dr. Simon Ramo is the 2007 recipient of its highest award – the General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award. Ramo will be honored at a special luncheon on Wednesday, April 11 in Colorado Springs during the 23rd National Space Symposium.…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Dec. 6, 2006) — The Space Foundation announced today a number of confirmed speakers for its 23rd National Space Symposium. Under Secretary of the Air Force The Honorable Dr. Ronald M. Sega, NASA Administrator The Honorable Dr. Michael D. Griffin, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office Dr. Donald M. Kerr, Chief of…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Nov. 29, 2006) — The Space Foundation has chosen `Toward a New Reality` as the theme for its 23rd National Space Symposium, scheduled for April 9-12, 2007, at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. The Space Foundation today also announced `Luna` by Joe Vinton as the official artwork for the 23rd National Space…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Nov. 14, 2006) — Today the Space Foundation publicly released The Space Report: The Guide to Global Space Activity, a new and definitive source for data and analysis about the global space industry, space products, and space services. The book was released in a series of briefings held today in Washington, D.C.,…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Nov. 6, 2006) — The Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has named the Space Foundation the recipient of its Chairperson’s Award for Excellence in Local Industry. The Space Foundation received the honor at the Colorado Springs EDC’s awards ceremony and presentation Thursday, Nov. 2, at The Broadmoor Hotel. Space Foundation President…