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Cislunar is an economic frontier. The region of space at 550,000 kilometers above Earth poses unique physical engineering challenges for space flight and operations. Even more so for business, This discussion explores how development will unfold, led by commercial capabilities.

How can in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) support American national security space strategies, and how might smaller companies play a leading role in developing this mission area?

Keynotes from opening sessions of SpaceCom 2025 featuring NASA, Space Foundation, and Airbus leaders discussing the future of space exploration, commercialization, and global collaboration.

In this episode Kelli Kedis Ogborn breaks down how space is no longer just about astronauts and satellites. It’s an economic engine already driving trillions in opportunity. From reusable rockets to orbital infrastructure and venture capital gaps, this conversation explores what it takes to do business beyond Earth.

In this episode, Kelli Kedis Ogborn and Michael Mealling explore how the commercial space sector is working to justify investment, scale sustainably, and deliver tangible economic returns. Together, they examine what it means to validate the broader economic promise of space: proving enduring market demand, securing anchor customers, and demonstrating that space-based solutions can compete in—and create—new markets. 

China's Chang'e 6 lunar probe recently returned from the far side of the moon with rock samples. As competition for space resources heats up, questions about regulation and international cooperation are particularly salient.

Space economies do not follow a “one-size-fits-all” strategy. This session discusses factors for emergent spacefaring ecosystems to consider when developing a customized roadmap for their own space economy. 

The space economy is expected to reach $772 billion by 2027.  This interview discusses the key market drivers, growing international interest, and decreased barriers of entry to expand business portfolios and revenue streams.

This quarterly investment panel discussion details the most recent merger and acquisition activity, investment news, and key government and commercial developments shaping the space industry.

This discussion covers the trends, opportunities, challenges, and strategies in engaging the future space economy. 

This interview discusses a wide range of topics from both the public and private sector space domains to include market trends, balancing hype and optimism, business strategies, the evolving role of space agencies, and the workforce.

Episode 33 - Our fascination with the cosmos has reached new heights. From ground-breaking research missions to the emergence of interstellar consumerism, our universe has transformed into a thriving hub of exploration and innovation. This episode explores future, economic, and technical questions to help unlock the secrets of the universe .