Broadening Accessibility, Demand for Commercial Space Solutions, and America’s Tech Workforce

Navigating the divide between military requirements and commercial resources is a challenging hurdle in the space industry. The demand for greater space accessibility as a whole and the drivers influencing that pressure compound the problem. Mandy Vaughn, CEO and Founder of GXO, Inc., transitioned from a military tech leader to a facilitator in working to bridge that divide. Hear Mandy's insights on the expanding role of commercial entities in space and the SmallSat revolution, the obstacles of meeting current needs and association support, and growing America’s tech workforce which is the foundation for continued momentum and success.