Julie is a renowned Space Professional whose 30 years' international, operational experience makes her advice sought after by both Governments and Business. She has successfully directed and led missions for ESA and NASA; also complex, multi-national, private sector operations spanning defence, civil and commercial programs whilst navigating intricate, international space policies, geopolitics, and cultural/language differences. Recent experience of microgravity commercialisation (which will lead to manufacturing in Space) offers exciting new horizons. With extensive experience of Asia, India, the Middle East and Europe, her consultancy offers unrivalled strategic guidance to those seeking success in this arena.
This presentation seeks to persuade that our vision and ambition should not be restricted to this globe and we cannot afford to be restricted by yesterday's horizons. Space is already a source of innovation and economic growth as well as exploration and discovery. Space technology and data enable Governments and Business to stretch their ambition and vision to improve performance and competitiveness. Access to space is essential to sustain and exploit these benefits whilst creating new value. Countries that develop a space industry can grow GDP, tax revenues, and jobs. The space economy is forecast to grow to $1 trillion by 2030 - just 7 years from now! But there are challenges; It is a highly political, competitive, contested, and congested arena. Space debris is increasing, there is no internationally agreed Space Law or regulation suitable for today's environment. It is a bit like the gold rush in the wild west. But the rewards are seductive and mesmerizing.
