Space Foundation News & Media
30th Space Symposium Provides Forum for UGART III
The third meeting of the U.S.-German Aerospace Roundtable (UGART) was held in conjunction with the 30th Space Symposium on May 22 at The Broadmoor in Colordo Springs. The Space Foundation and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) established the UGART in April 2013 as an informal, non-political discussion forum based on the belief that international cooperation…
Bill Nye Makes Guest Appearance at New Generation SpaceSLAM
New Generation participants enjoyed a new networking opportunity at the Space Symposium this year. The new SpaceSLAM competition brought together space enthusiasts and professionals in front of a live audience for applause, bragging rights and prizes, plus the opportunity to meet featured guest Bill Nye. SpaceSLAM is part of the Space Foundation’s New Generation Initiatives…
Space Symposium New Generation Space Leaders Program Featured Impressive Roster of Mentors
The annual Space Symposium features events, mentoring and networking opportunities specifically aimed at young space professionals age 35 or younger. Workshops, luncheons and presentations help New Generation participants understand critical space issues, such as how policy and budgets are developed. Multiple networking events brought young professionals together with senior leaders in an informal environment. Mentors…
SGAC Fusion Forum 2014 Leads into Space Symposium
Each year, the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) holds its international Space Generation Fusion Forum in conjunction with the Space Symposium. This year, Fusion Forum was held May 18 and 19 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Fusion Forum’s interactive panel discussions, moderated by international space sector leaders, cover the perspectives of tomorrow’s space leaders…
EaglePicher Technologies Celebrates 2 Billion Cell Hours in Space
During the 30th Space Symposium, Space Foundation Patron Member EaglePicher Technologies, LLC, announced the achievement of 2 billion cell hours in space. The annoucement was made during the Space Technology Hall of Fame Reception on May 22, which was co-sponsored by EaglePicher Technologies. About EaglePicher TechnologiesEaglePicher Technologies is an industry leader in integrated power solutions.…
Space Symposium's Corporate Partnership Dinner Features The Honorable Eric Fanning
This year’s Corporate Partnership Dinner featured speaker The Honorable Eric Fanning, the Under Secretary of the Air Force, USAF. The dinner is a key event at the annual Space Symposium, and recognizes the organizations that support Space Foundation education, research, analysis, policy and space awareness programs. The dinner was co-sponsored by Raytheon, with corporate host…
Space Foundation Adds Three New Corporate Members
Word is spreading about the advantages of becoming a Space Foundation Corporate Member. During the past three months, the Space Foundation has added 10 companies to its roster; see the complete list here. In exchange for supporting our programs, Corporate Members receive numerous benefits including receive international promotion, business development and networking opportunities, reports on…
Orbit Logic to Add WorldView-3 to Direct Access Facility Planning Software
GREENBELT, Md. (June 2, 2014) – Orbit Logic announced today a contract award from MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (MDA) to add DigitalGlobe’s WorldView-3 super-spectral, high-resolution imaging satellite into its Direct Access Facility Collection Planning System (DAF CPS) software. The updated planning software will allow DigitalGlobe’s international Direct Access Program partners to task and receive imagery…
Get Ready for Summer of Discovery 2014!
Beginning June 10, Summer of Discovery returns to Colorado Springs, launching 10 full weeks of space-related educational activities at the Space Foundation Discovery Center. Each two-week theme will culminate in an action-packed Saturday of special activities. The theme for June 10-21 will be Oceans and activities scheduled include: A free surprise for the first 25…
Toffler Associates Helps Shape the Future of Space at the 30th Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May 23, 2014) – Toffler Associates (www.toffler.com), a leading strategy consultancy, participated in the Space Foundation’s 30th Space Symposium held on May 19-22, 2014. Toffler Associates Managing Director Deborah Westphal, along with three of the firm’s Senior Associates, were among the prominent speakers featured at this “must attend” industry event during which…