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The Power of Public-Private Partnerships

30 Jan 2025
W340B
SpaceCom | Space Congress: Commercial Space Infrastructure

Public-private partnerships have transformed the space industry, enabling U.S.-based crewed flights to the International Space Station, the development of American rocket engines, and the innovative use of satellite imagery for defense and ecological purposes. This panel will delve into the mechanics of these partnerships, highlighting successful collaborations that leverage government resources and private sector innovation. 

Participants will explore emerging opportunities in areas such as commercial space stations, advanced space sensing technologies, and the Department of Defense's Commercial Augmentation Space Reserve (CASR). The discussion will center on best practices for maximizing partnership value, addressing common challenges, and identifying key success factors that have driven notable achievements in the industry.

Join senior leaders from both government and commercial sectors as they share insights on navigating these partnerships, ultimately contributing to the sustainable expansion of commercial space solutions in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Speakers
Trey Carlson, Chief of Staff - NASA Kennedy Space Center
Mark Nappi, VP and PM, Commercial Crew Program - Boeing Exploration Systems
Robert Long, President & Chief Executive Officer - Space Florida
Richard Kniseley, Senior Materiel Leader, Commercial Space Office - USSF Space Systems Command
Kevin Brown, SVP Business Development - All Points Logistics