Calling All Space-Curious!The space industry is widening its horizons, from arts to sciences, at warp speed. Every day private companies and international collaborations push the boundaries of exploration and technology. This era of innovation is unlocking new possibilities for science, commerce, and human habitation beyond Earth. With such boundless opportunities, you might be asking yourself: How can my current skills support the space industry?What new expertise will propel me forward?Who are the key players I need to connect with?In this free online virtual event, you’ll discover and participate alongside educators, students, industry, and space experts. No matter where you are today we will show you what is possible and how your passions and skills fit into the space industry. From there you’ll be better positioned to make more informed decisions on your next step. Based on the unique format of the Inter Astra Retreats, we invite you to forge a unique path in the most exciting and inclusive era of space yet. Meet Your HostsThe Inter Astra Institute, founded by The Charles F. Bolden Group, connects and draws from a world-class network of educators, business leaders, and space professionals to create access to the space industry with media, online, and in-person events. Virginia Tech - Applied Research Corporation (VT-ARC) delivers tailored analysis, research, and engineering to address problems of national and global importance. Specializing in forming highly collaborative, trusted partnerships across government, industry, and academia. COSMIC (Commercial Space Marketplace for Innovation and Collaboration) is the latest initiative from Space Systems Command’s newly rebranded and expanded Commercial Space Office (COMSO), which is focused on facilitating commercial technology and service transfer at the speed of need to enable “fight tonight” capabilities. Your Schedule11:00a-11:05a | Opening AddressChé Bolden (Founder Inter Astra Institute)11:05a-11:50a | Opening KeynoteTBA12p-1:15pBreakout Session 1 | Interact & ParticipateInstitutional Needs in the Business of Space: Past, Present, and Future1:30p-3pBreakout Session 2 | Interact & ParticipatePresent and Future Community Needs in the Business of Space3:10p-4p | Closing Panel-Charles F. Bolden Jr.(4x Astronaut & Fmr. NASA Administrator)Joan Higginbotham(US NASA Astronaut)Ellen Stofan(Under Secretary for Science and Research at the Smithsonian / Fmr. NASA Chief Scientist)Robert LightfootPresident, Lockheed Martin SpaceDetailsWhen: August 28th 11a-4p EST Where: This is an online/virtual event (Zoom link provided). Availability: Limited This event is free of charge for those selected. Apply Now Applications Close August, 19thEpisode Links:Apply NowCredits:a...