Currently, Dr. Wardell is a Senior Space Test Engineer at Galapagos Federal Systems,LLC. serving USSF and the new Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) inthe standup of the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC). This follows herwork leading concept development to address USAF technology gaps. Lois brings with hera passion for exploration and innovation … Continued
Pamela J. (Pam) Lincoln is a member of the board of directors for the Space Force Association. Pam has served over 30 years in the United States Air Force with various command and executive level leadership assignments at squadron, wing, Air Staff and combatant command assignments. Her career spans intercontinental ballistic missiles, space operations, studies … Continued
Mr. Curbeam leads space capture at Maxar Technologies. Prior to joining Maxar, Mr. Curbeam was the Vice President of Business Development for the Space Systems Group Northrop Grumman Innovative Systems. Before joining Northrop Grumman, Mr. Curbeam was Mission Area Director for Civil Space and International Business at Raytheon, where he led civil space and international … Continued
Diane Ward brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role as the Director of Volunteers. A lifelong educator specializing in emerging technology and innovation, Ms. Ward has dedicated her career to enriching educational experiences for students of all ages. She is the author of “The Complete RFID Handbook” and has contributed numerous articles … Continued
Daniel “Sphinx” Dant is the Executive Director of the Space Force Association Executive Committee. Dan is a retired USAF Colonel. He is a graduate of the USAF Weapon School and commanded at multiple levels, culminating as the Commander, 469th Space Wing, Buckley AFB CO. Dan is married to Diana Dant and they have two beautiful … Continued
Michael served over 27 years in the Air Force retiring in 2018. Michael served in a variety of space and nuclear operations positions to include the US Air Force Weapons School, the Checkmate Division on the Air Staff, and on the Joint Staff, culminating his career on faculty for the Department of Military and Strategic … Continued
Dr. Manjit Pope, is one of Europe’s leading female rocket scientists & executive leaders in space commercialization, leads the U.K. arm of the Global Space Force Association. Dr. Pope has an impressive leadership, science, technology, and aerospace background. Dr. Manjit Pope established and led as CEO of U.K. Space, developing innovation and growth strategies. She … Continued
As a volunteer, Matt Anderson serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the Space Force Association (SFA). Matt holds over twenty years of experience working within the Department of Defense (DoD) in aerospace, logistics, training and international affairs. He is consistently recognized for building high performance & high morale teams, his leadership style focuses on building trust, … Continued
Billy serves as board chairman of Palladion Signature Import (PSI), a global trade company, and was the founder of Nellis Edwards Associates, a government advisory firm. He served on active duty in Air Force space and special access programs leadership roles, followed by two decades serving federal missions from private industry in GM, COO, CFO, … Continued
Pete Worden is the Executive Director at Breakthrough Starshot. Prior to joining the Breakthrough Prize Foundation, Dr. Worden was Director of NASA’s Ames Research Center. He was research professor of astronomy at the University of Arizona. He is a recognized expert on space and science issues and has been a leader in building partnerships between … Continued
