Episodes
In a special edition episode of The Vector filmed at the 39th Space Symposium, host Kelli Kedis Ogborn discusses the players and initiatives driving the workforce of the future with Mel Stricklan of the Space Workforce 2030 initiative and Mike French of Aerospace Industries Association.  Tune in and find out how you can become part of the solution.  The Vector is brought to you by Space Commerce Institute at Space Foundation. To tune in live, listen on other platforms, and learn more about...
Published 04/23/24
Published 04/23/24
How will U.S. policy and regulation efforts create viable pathways for international commercial cooperation in space? Hear from Rose Croshier, International Relations Specialist at NOAA’s Office of Space Commerce, as she and host Kelli Kedis Ogborn discuss how businesses from across the globe can effectively engage with the U.S. space industry. To access Rose's free e-book, the Handbook for Space Capability Development, visit this link:...
Published 02/29/24
What if satellites could be assembled in space? In-space servicing, assembly and manufacturing (ISAM) has a long name and an even longer list of game-changing applications. On this episode of The Vector, hear from iBOSS GmbH Co-Founders Joerg Kreisel and Thomas A. Schervan as they embark on an insightful conversation about ISAM innovation with host Kelli Kedis Ogborn. How will companies like iBOSS enable the build-out of a sustainable ISAM ecosystem? Tune in for the inside scoop on this...
Published 02/05/24
Dr. Ken Davidian, vice president of International Space University North America discusses strategies, considerations, pitfalls, and emerging sectors in transatlantic space activities with Kelli Kedis Ogborn, vice president of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation.
Published 11/16/23
2023 marks fifty years since the U.S. Department of Defense began developing GPS technology. Today, it underlies everything from navigation to recreation and agriculture. Register now to join us for a conversation with Lisa Dyer, executive director of GPS Innovation Alliance, and Kelli Kedis Ogborn vice president of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation about the wide-ranging impact of GPS technology on our lives.  
Published 11/07/23
Gail Nolan, CEO of the Puerto Rico 5G Zone + Blockchain Ignition Lab discusses Puerto Rico’s pivotal role in nurturing space workforce development, spanning from K-12 education to thriving businesses with Kelli Kedis Ogborn, vice president of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation.  
Published 10/16/23
Michal Brichta, director of Slovak Space Office discusses the new space players and technologies shaping the ecosystem and contributing to its growth potential with  Kelli Kedis Ogborn, vice president of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship.
Published 10/16/23
Delve into the state of the space economy and insights from The Space Report Q2 2023 with Kelli Kedis Ogborn, Space Foundation’s vice president of  Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship, Lesley Conn, Space Foundation’s director of research and analysis, and Brendan Rosseau, and Matthew Weinzierl from Harvard Business School. Learn more about the Space Report 
Published 10/16/23
Raphael Roettgen, Founder, E2MC Ventures chats about how to identify opportunities in the space economy and create strategies to achieve goals and respond to demand signals with Kelli KedisOgborn Vice President of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation.  Episode Resources: Space Business Podcast https://linktr.ee/spacebusinesspodcast Space economy book https://www.amazon.com/Infinity-New-Space-Economy-Participate-ebook/dp/B0BK9R7C6C/ Space economy...
Published 10/16/23
Clay Mowry, Chief Revenue Officer, Voyager discusses commercial low earth orbit (LEO) destinations– the intent, activities, and goals for stimulating economic growth with Kelli Kedis Ogborn Vice President of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation.
Published 10/16/23
Mike French, Vice President for Space Systems at the Aerospace Industries Association discusses  the evolving space ecosystem is changing business practices and how companies can recruit diverse top talent to stay competitive with Kelli Kedis Ogborn, Vice President of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation.
Published 10/16/23
Kelli Kedis Ogborn Vice President of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation and Kathi Vidal, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark discuss how to leverage (and secure) your great idea to advance the space ecosystem.
Published 10/16/23
Meredith Reeves, Technology Transfer Expansion Lead (T2X) at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center about the Benefits of Technology Transfer and Kelli Kedis Ogborn, VP of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship discuss how to leverage NASA’s IP to increase business opportunities and create a competitive edge.
Published 10/16/23
Matt Tompkins, VP of the Space Portfolio at The Outpost and Kelli Kedis Ogborn Vice President of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation discuss strategies for engaging the government and private sector to advance innovation and R&D efforts.
Published 10/11/23
John Wensveen, Ph.D., Chief Innovation Officer, Nova Southeastern University & Executive Director, of Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation and Kelli Kedis Ogborn VP of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation discuss the power of collaboration and the necessity to cultivate strong innovation ecosystems to allow entrepreneurs to thrive.
Published 10/11/23
Jamie Lesser, CEO of of NewSpace Finance, Zaheer Ali, Managing Director of NewSpace Finance, and Kelli Kedis Ogborn, VP of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation discuss investing in the space economy.
Published 10/11/23