The Premier Space Finance Gathering of the Year.
Agenda
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | |
| 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Registration OpensLanyard Co-Sponsor: Redwire |
| 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Welcome Social |
Agenda
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | |
| 8:00 am - 9:00 am | Breakfast Buffet & Networking |
| 9:00 am - 9:05 am | Opening Remarks |
| 9:05 am - 9:10 am | Welcome Remarks |
| 9:10 am - 9:30 am | Featured Speaker: TBAFinancing the Future Space Economy: An overview of where capital is flowing in space today, what's changing, and the pivotal role capital markets will play in the next decade. |
| 9:30 am - 10:00 am | Outpacing the Adversary: Insights from Miami: Imperatives for America |
| 10:00 am - 10:30 am | Fireside Chat: The New Capital Stack – Blending Government, Private Equity, & Venture FundingExplore how new hybrid financing structures are shaping deals and what signals we need from the governments and markets to accelerate. |
| 10:30 am - 10:45 am | Networking Break |
| 10:45 am - 10:55 am | Flash Talk: TBA |
| 10:55 am - 11:40 am | Public Sector as Capital Catalyst: Government’s Role Beyond GrantsGovernment representatives discuss strategies beyond R&D and funding—from market signals, milestone payments, anchor tenancy, and blended finance to de-risk private capital.  |
| 11:40 am - 12:40 pm | Networking Luncheon |
| 12:40 pm - 1:25 pm | Financing Dual-Use Technologies: Unlocking the National Security MarketA look at how dual-use space technology is being prioritized, financed, and scaled for defense and commercial applications. |
| 1:25 pm - 1:45 pm | Featured Speaker: TBA |
| 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm | Commercial Space as a Strategic Asset: Economic Growth, Diplomacy, and National SecurityAs commercial space rapidly evolves, it is quickly becoming a powerful strategic asset—fueling economic competitiveness, shaping diplomatic relationships, and supporting military readiness. Hear from industry leaders on how the commercial sector is central to advancing interests and growth on the global stage. |
| 2:30 pm - 2:45 pm | Networking Break |
| 2:45 pm - 3:40 pm | Topical Table Discussion: Phase 1 |
| 3:40 pm - 4:35 pm | Topical Table Discussion: Phase 2 |
| 4:35 pm - 5:00 pm | Table Discussion Out Briefing |
| 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Networking Reception |
Agenda
Thursday, February 19, 2026 | |
| 8:00 am - 9:00 am | Breakfast Buffet & Networking |
| 9:00 am - 9:05 am | Welcome Remarks |
| 9:05 am - 9:25 am | Featured Speaker: TBAThe Economics of Space Infrastructure  |
| 9:25 am - 10:10 am | Building Investable Business ModelsA discussion on how space-based assets and emerging space verticals are driving recurring revenue, clearer valuations, and more attractive returns for investors. |
| 10:10 am - 10:20 am | Flash Talk: TBA |
| 10:20 am - 10:35 am | Networking Break |
| 10:35 am - 11:20 am | Smart Money in Space: Family Offices and Institutional InvestorsExplore how family offices are evaluating risk, identifying high-value segments, and backing companies positioned for long-term strategic impact. |
| 11:20 am - 11:35 am | Flash Talk: TBA |
| 11:35 am - 11:50 am | Flash Talk: TBA |
| 11:50 am - 12:50 pm | Networking Luncheon |
| 1:00 pm - 1:10 pm | Flash Talk: TBA |
| 1:10 pm - 1:55 pm | Cross-Border Capital FlowWhat is driving investment across regions? Speakers will highlight how they mobilize capital and what founders, investors, and policymakers need to know to attract capital responsibly and effectively. |
| 1:55 pm - 2:40 pm | Financing the Future of Space: Innovation, Capital, and the Path to MaturityPanelists will explore the critical journey that space industry companies undertake as they evolve from emerging startups to established, mature enterprises. Innovation serves as the engine driving technological breakthroughs and novel business models that differentiate new entrants in a rapidly advancing sector. Meanwhile, strategic financing—including venture capital, private equity, public markets, and government funding—provides the necessary resources to scale operations, accelerate development, and navigate market challenges. This panel will examine how CFOs and financial leaders balance these elements to foster sustainable growth, manage risks, and capitalize on opportunities in an industry defined by both high potential and high complexity. |
| 2:40 pm - 2:55 pm | Networking Break |
| 2:55 pm - 3:25 pm | Fireside Chat: Exit Strategies – M&A and IPO Trends in the Space SectorAs the commercial space sector matures, founders and investors are increasingly focused on viable exit pathways. Discover what is needed to mature the exit landscape in space and what strategic buyers are prioritizing. |
| 3:25 pm - 3:45 pm | Featured Speaker: TBA |
| 3:45 pm - 3:55 pm | Recap of Innovate Space: Finance Forum |
| 3:55 pm - 4:00 pm | Closing Remarks |
| 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm | Networking Reception |