

The Space Intelligence Conference designed for the Intelligence Community at the TS/SCI level.
November 1 - 2, 2023
Registration is now closed.

The late Martin “Marty” C. Faga was an intelligence community pioneer, industry innovator and tremendous public servant serving the national security of the United States and the free world. His leadership within the space community revolutionized the way intelligence agencies, military service branches and industry could work together to safeguard freedom from threats known and evolving. His work built relationships between service branches, intelligence agencies, American allies, and industry; secured American interests abroad and liberties at home; and served as a model and legacy to follow.
FAGA FORUM - SERIOUS TIMES DEMAND SERIOUS DISCUSSIONS
The Space Intelligence Conference designed for the Intelligence Community at the TS/SCI level.
Timely and Compelling Topics Include:
• Dynamic Space Operations
• NRO Requirements and Capabilities
• Congressional Perspectives and Future Legislation
Engage with Experts
Leading government officials and industry experts, well-versed in space and intelligence issues, will discuss critical threats and challenges, and share their perspectives and insights on a variety of issues.
Join Us at the Faga Forum
The Space Intelligence Conference designed for the Intelligence Community in the metro Washington, D.C., area. Due to the tremendous interest in classified programming at our annual Space Symposiums and the high demand from customers, the Space Foundation is once again organizing this classified event.
U.S. citizenship and a TS/SCI security clearance are required for all attendees.
Agenda
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | |
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Registration Opens |
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Classified Demo Day |
Thursday, November 2, 2023 | |
7:45 am - 8:45 am | Registration, Breakfast Co-Sponsored by Umbra, Networking |
8:45 am - 8:55 am | Master of CeremoniesDr. Jennifer Gautier, The Aerospace Corporation |
8:55 am - 9:00 am | Opening RemarksPete Trainer, Space Foundation Board of Directors |
9:00 am - 9:05 am | Welcome RemarksThe Honorable Steve Isakowitz, The Aerospace Corporation |
9:05 am - 9:25 am | Featured Speaker: The Honorable Dr. Chris ScoleseThe Honorable Dr. Chris Scolese, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) |
9:25 am - 9:45 am | Featured Speaker: Paul IrwinPaul Irwin, Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) |
9:45 am - 10:00 am | Featured Speaker: Col. Pam Melroy, USAF (Ret.)Col. Pam Melroy, USAF (Ret.), NASA |
10:00 am - 10:20 am | Featured Speaker: Clinton ClarkClinton Clark, ExoAnalytic Solutions |
10:20 am - 10:40 am | Featured Speaker: Brad EdmonsonBrad Edmonson, U.S. Space Force |
10:40 am - 10:55 am | Break |
10:55 am - 11:40 am | Panel: NRO Chiefs DiscussionModerator: Damon Wells, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Panelists: Jimmy Comfort, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Kristina Harrington, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) TJ Lincoln, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) |
11:40 am - 12:00 pm | Lessons Learned from DoD Rapid Acquisitions: William BaileyWilliam Bailey, Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office |
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm | Luncheon Co-Sponsored by BlueHalo |
1:00 pm - 1:20 pm | Featured Speaker: Brig. Gen. D. Jason CothernBrig. Gen. D. Jason Cothern, Space Systems Command (SSC) |
1:20 pm - 2:05 pm | Panel: U.S. Government Partnership with Industry to Advance U.S. Government MissionsModerator: Dr. Debra Emmons, The Aerospace Corporation Panelists: Devin Brande, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Jason Mallare, Umbra Dr. Frank Turner, Space Development Agency (SDA) |
2:05 pm - 2:15 pm | Break |
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm | Fireside Chat: Enabling DSO Through IC/DoD IntegrationDr. Claire Leon, Space Systems Command (SSC) Mike Orr, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) |
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm | Panel: PolicyModerator: Dr. Jamie Morin, The Aerospace Corporation Panelists: David Eccles, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD) Dr. Ezinne Uzo-Okoro, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Andrea Yaffe, National Security Council (NSC) |
3:45 pm - 4:00 pm | Closing RemarksThomas Dorame, Space Foundation |
4:15 pm - 6:00 pm | Networking Reception Co-Sponsored by Astranis |
Speakers

William Bailey
Director and Program Executive Officer
Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office
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Devin Brande
Director, Commercial Operations Group
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
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David Eccles
Associate Principal Director, Space Technology
Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD)
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Kristina Harrington
Director, Signals Intelligence Systems Acquisition Directorate
National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
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Paul Irwin
Space Executive
Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)

Dr. Ezinne Uzo-Okoro
Assistant Director for Space Policy
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP)
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