Accelerating the Next-Generation Workforce

Space Workforce of the Future

Session 1: 1000-1105 EST

Join a panel of futurists and academics to envision the space workforce of the distant future.

Panelists:

• Kara Cunzeman, Aerospace Corporation
• Devin Liddell, Teague
• Margaret O’Mara, University of Washington

Mid-Career Malaise

Session 2: 1110-1215 EST

At some point in your career, it is perfectly normal to feel stuck. The signs can be subtle – a gut feeling that something is off, questioning everything, a general sense of “meh,” – and it can ultimately impact both your professional and personal life. It’s important to know that you are not alone – people in many industries and countries experience this and while this is typically known as a “mid-career” slump, it can happen at any age or stage of your career. This session focuses on career ruts and why they happen, and will share effective, proactive tools and strategies for breaking free – many of which may surprise you!

Presenter:

• Heather Doty, Society of Women Engineers

Future Workforce Workshop

Session 3: 1230-1400 EST

Participate in an interactive workshop hosted by the Women of Aeronautics and Astronautics in partnership with the National Society of Black Engineers Aerospace Special Interest Group and the AIAA Young Professionals Group.

Keynote:

• Kay Sears, Lockheed Martin

Panelists:

• Harshini Sivakumar, WoAA (moderator)
• Enanga Daisy Fale, NSBE Aerospace SIG
• Lindani Johnson, NSBE Aerospace SIG
• Simon Shuham, AIAA YPG
• Lisa Wu, JHU APL