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PROGRAM

15 MAY 2024 | GREENPARK HOTEL BOSTANCI / ISTANBUL

WELCOME AND OPENING CEREMONY

09:00-09:30

Hayrettin Özaydın / Chairman of TUYAD

Hayrettin ÖZAYDIN

TUYAD
Chairman of the Board

Born in Istanbul,

Electronic technician,

26 years of experience in TV broadcasting systems and communication techniques.

Chairman of the Board of TUYAD Telecommunications Satellite and Broadcasting Business People Association.
Telecommunications Committee Member in Istanbul Chamber of Commerce.
Electricity, Electronics, IT and Cable Industry Committee Advisor Member in Istanbul Chamber of Industry.
Electronic Recycling Association Board Member at ELDAY.
Satellite World Association of Turkey Representative and Member of GVF.
Turkish Republic Judicial Justice, Telecommunications Expert Expert at Industrial Rights Court.
Commercial Product Sworn Specialist of the Customs Smuggling Branch.
Editor in Chief of Digital Life Magazine.

Strategic Planning and Investment Consultant.
Political Science student.
Researcher-Writer has 4 published books.

Prof.Dr. Kemal Yüksek / Chairman of TURKSAT

Prof.Dr. Kemal Yüksek

TURKSAT
Chairman of the Board

KEYNOTE SPEECHES

09:30-10:00

Murat YAVUZ / INTELSAT (USA) / Building Resilience in Space with Multi-Orbit Solutions

Murat YAVUZ

INTELSAT
Vice President

Murat is Vice President, Corporate Strategy, at Intelsat. Murat is responsible for the company’s overarching strategy, including long-term planning, and identifying organic and inorganic levers for executing the strategy. His role includes driving cross-functional projects and go-to-market initiatives aimed at executing the company’s highest priority opportunities. He also oversees Market Intelligence and Business Development.

Murat has extensive international experience working for global, blue-chip manufacturing and technology conglomerates. Prior to joining Intelsat, Murat was Vice President of Industrials SBU at Sabanci Holding in Istanbul, Turkey. Before joining Sabanci Holding, Murat held various strategy and operational leadership roles at Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon Technologies in Connecticut.

Murat has a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering from Middle East Technical University in Ankara, Turkey and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Boston University. He earned a graduate level degree in Business Administration from Harvard University.

Dr.Sunghee LEE / CONTEC (SOUTH KOREA) / Full Vertical Chain for GSaaS and Satellite Image Analytic Service on Downstream

Dr. Sunghee LEE

CONTEC
CEO

Dr. Sunghee Lee is a highly accomplished professional in the field of aerospace, currently serving as the CEO of CONTEC. With an illustrious career spanning over 16 years at KARI, Dr. Lee honed his expertise as a research engineer, focusing on ground systems and satellite operations. He was involved in the major space projects that marked the beginning of New Space in Korea including the launch mission of ‘KSLV-I (Naro)’, the first launch vehicle to be developed by Korea. In addition to his work at KARI, Dr. Lee’s commitment to expanding his knowledge and collaborating with international experts took him to Carleton University as a visiting researcher to work on different cubesat missions.

Dr. Lee’s passion for advancing space technology and his dedication to improving satellite operations led him to establish CONTEC. Under his guidance, CONTEC has flourished into a prominent player in the field, offering cutting-edge solutions that cater to the diverse needs of the satellite industry.

Alessandro CARANCI / Telespazio (ITALY) / New Paths for Government Satellite Communications

Alessandro CARANCI

Telespazio
Senior Vice President Satellite Communication

Senior Vice President Satellite Communication at Telespazio.Graduated in Electronic Engineering at the University La Sapienza of Rome. More than 15 years of experience in the satellite sector for primary European companies such as Eutelsat and Telespazio.

Since September 2016, he has been appointed Head of the Line of Business Satellite Communications at Telespazio

SESSION 1: ENHANCING SPACE SITUATIONAL AWARENESS AND MILITARY SPACE TECHNOLOGY

10:15-11:15

MODERATOR: Halit MİRAHMETOĞLU / General Manager / GUHEM

Halit MİRAHMETOĞLU

GUHEM
General Manager

General Director, Halit Mirahmetoğlu, graduated from the Department of Astronomy and Space Sciences at Ege University, followed by further education in Space Studies at Beihang University in China. He completed his master’s degree in ‘Space Project Management’ at the International Space University in France. Currently, he is pursuing his doctoral studies at the National Defense University, Hezarfen Institute of Aviation and Space Technologies. With over 4000 hours of training and moderation experience both domestically and internationally, he has participated in projects and programs organized by institutions such as the United Nations, the Council of Europe, the Ministry of Interior, and the European Union Education and Youth Programs Center Presidency. He has also held various high-level positions in international organizations such as the International Astronautical Federation and the SGAC Space Generation Advisory Council. He served as a management consultant in the Göktürk-1 project, Turkey’s first high- resolution Earth observation satellite.

Prof.Dr. Alim Rüstem ASLAN / Istanbul Technical University (TURKIYE) / Leveraging Cube and/or Small Satellites for Military Operations

Prof.Dr. Alim Rüstem ASLAN

Istanbul Technical University

Prof.Dr. Aslan received BSC and MSc degrees from the Istanbul Technical University Department of Aeronautical Engineering. Then, he completed the Diploma Course of the von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics (Belgium) with a scholarship in 1986. He received his Ph.D. from the same institute
(aeronautics and aerospace department) together with Universite Libre de Bruxelles in 1991. He worked as an adjunct professor in Old Dominion University, USA, from mid-2001 to mid-2002. Prof. Dr. A. Rüstem Aslan served as the head of the Department of Astronautical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU) from 2004 to end of 2013. He is currently the Manager (founder) of Space Systems Design and Test Lab. where many nanosatellites developed and tested since 2007, along with other duties. Prof. Aslan is a dynamic and innovative leader in the space industry with nearly 23 years of experience with the end-to-end execution of space systems for numerous government and commercial programs.

Prof. Aslan is the father of CubeSat in Turkey. He started CubeSat development in 2005 and so far, he has managed development and successful launch of 7 CubeSats in to orbit, including the first Turkish CubeSat ITUpSAT1.

Rory FITZPATRICK / National Space Centre (IRELAND) / Space Debris Risks and Mitigation

Rory FITZPATRICK

National Space Centre
General Manager

Rory Fitzpatrick is CEO of National Space Centre, a world-class carrier-grade commercial teleport and centre for space research and development. A 20-year veteran of the satellite communications industry, Rory is a strong proponent of Ireland’s enterprise culture and the ability of the Irish space sector to stimulate economic growth and lead development of space technologies with both space and terrestrial applications.

Ali BAYGELDİ / Turkish Space Agency (TURKIYE) / Dual-Use Space Technologies

Ali BAYGELDİ

Turkish Space Agency
Head of Space Systems and Spacecraft Department

He completed his undergraduate education at Erciyes University, Department of Electronics Engineering. In 1995, he started to work as an ‘Orbital Control Engineer’ in the satellite control center of Türksat Satellite Communication Cable TV and Management Inc. After 10 years of experience, he moved to Türk Telekom in 2005. He worked as Project Engineer, Information Technologies Manager and Chief Engineer, respectively. Later, he left Türk Telekom and started to work at the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure. He served as Project Engineer, Head of Satellite Design and Integration Department, Deputy General Manager and finally Head of Intelligent Transportation Systems Department.

In 2019, he was appointed as the Head of Space Systems and Vehicles Department at the Turkish Space Agency. Throughout his career, he has been involved in many projects in the field of Space Technologies. Some of these are: EGNOS Feasibility Project (2015-2017), UBAKUSAT CubeSat (2016-2018), Space Environment Exposure Experiments in the International Space Station KİBO module (2017-2019) and also took part as a manager in the preparation process of the National Space Program (MUP). He is currently involved in the execution of the National Space Program. He is responsible for the ongoing Turkish Lunar Research Program (AYAP) under the MUP. He still continues to serve as the head of the Space Systems, Missions and Technologies Department.

Jacob Bach SANDEN / Gom Space (DENMARK) / Commercial Capabilities in Space Defence Sector

Jacob Bach SANDEN

GomSpace
Head of Satellite Program Sales

M.Sc. Physics/Astronomy, B.Sc Computer Science

24 years of experience in commercial business-to-business in Telekom, Data solutions and New Space.

With GomSpace since 2016 when the company was small, helping to build a professional business setup serving customer around the world on commercial, defence and academia segments. I have worked with Product Management and Sales always with a strong focus for the customers tasks to solve using advanced solutions.

My passion is with space and innovation and how space based systems can help people on Earth achieve new things better and push the boundary in space exploration and commercial use of space.

Doç.Dr. Arif KARABEYOĞLU / DeltaV (TURKIYE) / Lunar Research Program (AYAP)

Doç.Dr. Arif KARABEYOĞLU

DeltaV
CEO

Arif Karabeyoğlu is recognized for his expertise in hybrid rocket technology. After completing his undergraduate degree at Istanbul Technical University, Karabeyoğlu earned his doctorate in Aerospace Engineering at Stanford University. Throughout his career, he has been involved in significant research in the field of rocket propulsion systems. Currently, he serves as a faculty member at KOÇ University in Istanbul. Additionally, he continues to contribute to the research and development of hybrid space systems as the CEO of DeltaV Space Technologies company and as a board member of the Turkish Space Agency.

SESSION 2: ENSURING SECURE AND SUSTAINABLE SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS

11:30-12:30

MODERATOR: Dr. Medeni SOYSAL / Senior Chief Researcher / TÜBITAK Uzay (TURKIYE)

Dr. Medeni SOYSAL

Senior Chief Researcher
TÜBITAK Uzay

Dr. Medeni Soysal is the group lead of Strategy, Interagency Coordination and Corporate Communications Group of TÜBITAK Space Technologies Research Institute (TÜBITAK Uzay), the leading public research entity of Türkiye in innovative space technologies and applications. During his engineering career in TÜBITAK, he concurrently participated in research, development and management levels of many research and development projects.

He has represented Türkiye as a delegate to the UN, from 2016 to 2018, in the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee (STSC), Legal Subcommittee (LSC) and the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS). During this period, he focused on crosscutting and interdisciplinary issues that permeate the boundaries between the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee and the Legal Subcommittee.

Subsequently, he served as a seconded expert in the Space Applications Section (SAS) of the United Nations (UN) Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), where he led the implementation of the UN Basic Space Technology Initiative (BSTI). As per this role, he conducted the concept development, planning and implementation activities of the UN/Brazil Symposium on Basic Space Technology “Creating Novel Opportunities with Small Satellite Space Missions” (A/AC.105/1194). During his time in UNOOSA, he also contributed to the concept development of the Global Space Partnership Initiative, whose objective is to establish a coordinated support mechanism among the space community for increasing access of developing countries to the benefits of space technologies and its applications.

Adding to his interdisciplinary experience, the following year he organized the “UN Conference on Space Law and Policy” in a trilateral cooperation setting on behalf of UN, Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization (APSCO) and Türkiye. He coordinated the organization of this canonical conference and hosted more than 250 experts from more than 40 countries and 6 continents in Istanbul. Furthermore, he was the master of ceremony of the whole event and the moderator of the opening session of the conference.

He qualified to receive a comprehensive training on space law and policy by the European Space Agency (ESA), which he completed with the Best Project Award. He holds a PhD. degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Middle East Technical University (METU) and pursues a graduate degree in international relations. He has authored and co-authored more than 25 conference and journal papers on a broad range of topics that include computer vision and pattern recognition, space applications, international cooperation mechanisms and space law.

Ali YAZICI / Informatics Association of Turkiye (TURKIYE) / Cyberattacks and Cybersecurity at Space

Ali YAZICI

Informatics Association of Turkiye
Vice President

He was born in Ankara in 1962, is married and has two children. M. Ali YAZICI, who graduated from Ankara ATATÜRK High School, graduated from METU Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department in 1984. He completed his master’s degree in the same department in 1987. He started working at ASELSAN in 1984. He held various positions as Engineer, Chief Engineer and Design Leader in the fields of Quality Control, Military and Civilian Communication Systems and Information Security. He served as HBT- Crypto and Information Security Manager between 2004-2014, and HBT- Satellite Payloads Program Manager between 2014-2020. Between 2020 and 2022, he served as the Integrated Navigation System Project Manager. Between 2001 and 2014, he served as a consultant representing Turkey in NATO SC/4 INFOSEC Subcommittee and NATO C3B CAP4 Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Capability Panel studies. He retired from ASELSAN on 22.02.2022. YAZICI, the Founding Partner of MONIN Consultancy Technology, currently works as a freelance consultant in the defense industry sector.

Dr. R.Ruşen KÖMÜRCÜ / ULAK Communications (TURKIYE) / Satellite and Phone Communications

Dr. R.Ruşen KÖMÜRCÜ

ULAK Communications
General Manager

Mr. R. Ruşen KÖMÜRCÜ Ph.D. was born in Kastamonu in 1976. After completing his undergraduate education in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Marmara University between 1993 and 1999, he completed his master’s degree on International Relations and Affairs at Galatasaray University from 1999 to 2001. He completed his doctorate in International/Global Studies at Middle East Technical University and then in Public Administration at Ankara University.

After working as a consultant at the Republic of Türkiye’s Grand National Assembly between 2002 and 2004, Mr. KÖMÜRCÜ undertook various roles at Türksat A.Ş., including Cable TV Marketing, Cable TV Customer Relations, Satellite Services Customer Relations, and finally Corporate Communications Directorate as of 2005.

He has been serving as the Secretary General of the Defence and Aerospace Industry Manufacturers Association (SaSaD) since 2022.

As of February 2024, He was appointed as General Manager at ULAK Communications Inc. .

Mr. KÖMÜRCÜ Ph.D. is fluent in French and English, and he is married and has two children.

Kenneth OLAFSSON / KSAT (NORWAY) / The Application of Space Data/Technology for Maritime Surveillance

Kenneth OLAFSSON

KSAT
Sales Director – Asia

Kenneth Olafsson is a global business professional with APAC as the special field of interest and responsibility. He has served as a business and sales director in KSAT for more than 11 years covering a wide span of areas such as remote sensing, satcom and navigation in both Europe, US and APAC. Mr. Olafsson has been roaming Asia for the last 20 years and continues to seek new opportunities for cooperation across nations and time zones. Space is a great passion, connecting the dots by contributing to sustainability and prosperity for people through the critical connectivity between Space and Earth. In previous roles he worked in various commercial roles in the tech and manufacturing industry in Europe. He loves to explore new technologies, new corners of the world.

Dr. Kadir DURAK /Qubitrium (TURKIYE) / Quantum Internet with Small Satellites

Dr. Kadir DURAK

Qubitrium
Founder & CEO

Kadir Durak received his B.Sc. Degree in Middle East Technical University Physics Department in 2009 and he started his PhD in National University of Singapore at the same year. After receiving PhD in 2015 he worked in the Centre for Quantum Technologies as team lead in a research group that works on space-ground quantum key distribution via a CubeSat. He has been a faculty member at Özyeğin University since 2017. He is also the founder and the CEO of the first quantum optics startup in Turkey.

SESSION 3: EXPLORING THE FUTURE OF SATELLITE DEFENCE TECHNOLOGIES AND SECURITY STRATEGIES

14:20-15:10

Sponsor Speech: Uğur ÜNSAL / CEO / SKYTECH

Uğur ÜNSAL

SKYTECH
CEO

MODERATOR: Dr. Umut YILDIZ / Chief Scientific Officer / Plan-S & INFINIA

Dr. Umut YILDIZ

Plan-S & INFINIA
Chief Scientific Officer

Dr. Yıldız, Chief Scientific Officer at Plan-S Satellite and INFINIA, is a former NASA researcher specializing in deep space communication and astrophysics. His groundbreaking work with the Herschel Space Telescope led to the discovery of water and oxygen molecules in star-forming regions. With expertise in molecular astrophysics and big data analysis, he now drives strategic initiatives for IoT-supporting satellite projects in Turkey, while also championing the establishment of science centers nationwide to inspire children’s interest in science.

Dr. Sunghee LEE / CONTEC (SOUTH KOREA) / Satellite Defence Technologies, Opportunities and Challenges

Dr. Sunghee LEE

CONTEC
CEO

Gennaro RUSSO, PhD. / Distretto Aerospaziale Della Campania (ITALY) / Suborbital ISR Capability

Gennaro RUSSO, PhD.

DAC (Distretto Aerospaziale Della Campania)
Senior Manager – Space & Defence

He is presently senior manager for Space and Defense at DAC, the Campania Aerospace District.
He is full member of the International Academy of Astronautics, participates in a number of
technical committees of the International Astronautical Federation, and is co-founder and director
of the Center for Near Space of the Italian Institute for the Future, committed to the development of
the Expansion of Humanity in Space.
He co-founded Trans-Tech, an SME devoted to technology transfer and disruptive concepts
design. He is co-conceiver and project manager of the HYPLANE project, a hypersonic suborbital
spaceplane.
In 2013, he co-founded Space Renaissance Italia with the role of president covered up to May
2015.
He was a director of CIRA, the Italian Aerospace Research Center, where he worked for about 25
years managing space related programs, projects and facilities, mostly devoted to space
transportation and reentry. He led in particular the PRORA-USV program, playing the role of flight
director of balloon-dropped transonic-supersonic flight tests. He was designer of the 70 Megawatt
SCIROCCO Plasma Wind Tunnel for duplicating reentry aerothermodynamics conditions from low
earth orbit.
At the beginning of his career, he worked for about ten years with the Microgravity Research Team
led by Luigi G. Napolitano at University of Naples, designing, preparing and analyzing experiments
executed inside the Spacelab of the European Space Agency (ESA) on board the Space Shuttle,
including the related astronauts training.
Graduated cum laude at University Federico II of Naples in Aeronautical Engineering, he holds a
Doctoral Degree in Aerospace Engineering obtained at University Sapienza of Rome. He was the
first PhD in Italy and the first in Europe to discuss a thesis on microgravity.
He is author of more than 150 papers presented at national and international congresses and/or
published in international scientific journals.

Yalçın YILMAZKAYA / Aerospace Cluster Association (TURKIYE) / Analyzing Current Conflicts in Space and the Sovereign Rights of Nations

Yalçın YILMAZKAYA

Aerospace Cluster Association
Secretary General

Born in 1956 in Istanbul, completed his BSc. degree in Electrical Engineering at Technical University of Istanbul and received MSc. degree with honors in 1982. Between 1982 – 1984, worked in the Scientific and Research Institute of Turkey (TUBITAK), Marmara Research Center in different strategic projects.

In 1984, he joined General Electric Medical Systems U.S.A. as a Field Support Engineer based in Amman – Jordan and in Cairo – Egypt. Between 1987 and 1996, worked in different management responsibilities in GE Medical Systems – Turkey. In 1996, he has moved to GE Corporate. In May 1999, became the General Manager and C.E.O. of GE International – Turkey and acted as the leader for GE’s strategic growth in the Turkiye and in the MEA region.

Since 2001, Mr. Yilmazkaya has been working as a Senior Consultant in Aerospace and Defense Programs and M&A projects in Turkey and in the Middle East. Also, he works on voluntary bases in the universities and vocational schools to improve the quality of learning.

Now a Board Member and Secretary General in Aviation Clustering Association (ACA – HUKD) in Turkey (an NGO) and the leader of the Supply Chain & Technology Working Group at the European Aerospace Cluster Partnership (EACP). Also leading the Technology and Innovation Group in SASAD (Defense and Aerospace Industry Manufacturers Association of Turkey)

Philippe BOISSAT / 3i3 Signature LLC (USA) / Scientific Research in Space and Their Possible Effects, Chaos Theories

Philippe BOISSAT

3i3 Signature LLC
CEO

Philippe BOISSAT is passionate about the world of aeronautics, space and defense.
Aircraft pilot, former French Air and Space Force, French Aeronautics Medal, (today Reserve Officer) and telecommunications engineer, he has spent his entire career in the field of space ,aerospace and telecommunications activities, in integration systems, software and consulting compagnies, in an international environment with a strong multicultural presence.

He has worked in Canada for Nortel Telecom, in Germany for T-Systems, in Luxembourg and in Spain for SES, in USA for Deloitte and in France /Europe for IBM, THALES – EUTELSAT and E-SPACE.

He has extensive knowledge of satellite communications. Director of the Multimedia Departement for SES and EUTELSAT, he presented the first satellite Internet offers in 2001 in France and in Europe. Since 2005 he has been founder and now Honorary President of 33s (International Independent Institute for Space ans Satellite Solutions) a non-profit institute dedicate to satellite applications ( Precursor of NewSpace), wigh 3 axes networking education, humanitarian actions (More than 1 500 Members in Europe)

Can BAYRAKTAR / TÜBITAK Uzay (TURKIYE) / Exploitation of SAR and EO Satellite Imagery for Geospatial Intelligence

Can BAYRAKTAR

TÜBITAK Uzay
Senior Chief Specialist & Project Manager

After graduating from Ankara Atatürk Anatolian High School, Mr. Bayraktar received his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from METU in 2005. He started his professional career in the private sector, and in 2010 he joined TÜBİTAK UZAY, where he took part in many projects, especially in the RASAT and Göktürk-2 satellite development projects. During this period, he assumed the technical leadership of the Earth Observation for Economic Empowerment (EOPOWER) project within the scope of the European Union 7th Framework Programme and carried out the financial audits of the Asia Pacific Space Cooperation Organisation (APSCO), headquartered in China.

In 2013, he completed his master’s degree in Science and Technology Policy Studies at METU and in 2015, he completed his master’s degree in Technology and Innovation Management at the University of Sussex in the UK as a Jean Monnet Scholar.

Between 2016 and 2019, he worked at TUBITAK Institute of Management Sciences (TÜSSİDE) where his activities focused on project management, business development, process management, entrepreneurship, innovation, clustering, establishing sectoral strategies and institutional transformation.

Since 2019, he has been working in the Business Development and External Relations Group at TÜBİTAK UZAY and during this period, he has contributed many national and international projects, including the IMECE Satellite Development Project, the Lunar Research Programme, the Turkish Astronaut and Science Mission, both in the execution and business development stages. He is currently working as the Project Manager of DUYARGA Software, Equipment Development and Research Project for Deep Space Missions with the title of Senior Chief Expert.

SESSION 4: SPACE DEFENCE ECOSYSTEMS

14:25-16:35

MODERATOR: Prof.Dr. Alim Rüstem ASLAN / Istanbul Technical University

Prof.Dr. Alim Rüstem ASLAN
Istanbul Technical University

Shelli BRUNSWICK / SB Global LLC (USA) / Pioneering the Future of Space Defense through Technology and Collaboration

Shelli BRUNSWICK

SB Global LLC
CEO & Founder

Shelli Brunswick is an eminent figure in the realm of space exploration and innovation. With a wealth of experience spanning across a dynamic career, Shelli’s profound insights and visionary perspective have established her as a guiding force within the global space community.

Embarking on a remarkable journey, Shelli has navigated through distinguished roles within the U.S. Air Force, showcasing her prowess as a leader in space acquisition, program management, and congressional liaison. From her impactful tenure as the Chief Operating Officer of Space Foundation, she has seamlessly transitioned to her current role as the CEO & Founder of SB Global. Shelli’s leadership acumen is nothing short of exceptional, with a focus on strategic engagements and advocacy that reflects her profound understanding of the intricate tapestry shaping the global space ecosystem.

Championing key values nurtured during her military service, Shelli is a fervent advocate for space technology innovation, diversity, and inclusion. Her collaborations worldwide, uniting the commercial, governmental, and educational sectors, underscore her commitment to fostering a harmonious and progressive space landscape.

A prolific author and sought-after keynote speaker, Shelli’s impact is truly global. She delivers 100 motivational speeches a year, addressing audiences across continents on themes of career success, leadership, and workforce development. She has published many articles in consumer, technology, and space-related journals, including SpaceNews and Forbes Technology Council. Her role as a thought leader and her engagement with esteemed think tanks such as the Hudson Institute and the Wilson Center, as well as being the BIED Society Executive Director for the Center for International Space Policy, illuminate her capacity to shape conversations around innovation and technology.

She is the Board Chair for Manufacturer’s Edge, an approved center for the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institutes of Standards and Technology, Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program, where she provides strategic, financial, and operational oversight. A board member for the GWLC of the WBAF, an affiliated partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion. She is a board member for AeroAI Global Solutions, whose mission is to leverage space technologies and artificial intelligence to create international solutions to critical global challenges.

Notably, Shelli’s influence extends to the future as well. She has contributed her expertise to research initiatives for NASA and ESA, shaping our understanding of the evolving global space paradigm. As a stalwart advocate for women in space, her accolades- Top 100 Women of the Future in Emerging Technology, Chief in Tech Award, two Lifetime Achievement Awards, the DEI and Role Model of the Year, and more -aptly reflect her impactful presence. As a global champion, she was selected as one of the 100 Voices for Our Planet by the United Nations, demonstrating her impact across a diversity of stakeholders and economic sectors.

Beyond her professional achievements, Shelli’s leadership spans international organizations, further amplifying her reach. Her involvement with entities like UNOOSA Space4Women Mentoring Program, WomenTech Network, World Business Angeles Investment Forum Global Women Leaders Committee and G100 Global Chair for Space Technology and Aviation underscores her dedication to nurturing talent and fostering global collaboration.

In the ever-expanding cosmos of space exploration, Shelli Brunswick stands as a beacon of inspiration, blazing trails and propelling us toward a boundless future. Join us as we delve into the profound wisdom and expertise she brings to the forefront of space exploration and innovation.

Dr. Hajar EL HADDAOUI / Circular Economy Company (SWITZERLAND) / Generative AI’s Potential as a Force Multiplier in Defense

Dr. Hajar EL HADDAOUI

Circular Economy Company
CEO

Dr.Hajar El Haddaoui is a Chief Executive Officer and member of the executive Board at Circular Economy Company Ltd and has been with the IT industry for over 20 years. Furthermore, Hajar is also a leader in global Sustainability Practice, and works with companies as well as stakeholders on regulatory and political issues related to the energy transition, water, and the circular economy. A proven executive with global experience, client leader and change agent, she has been appointed as Vice Chair of the Board of the United Nation Global Compact KSA.

Prior to being appointed as Circular economy CEO, El Haddaoui has held global and regional roles focused on Corporate Strategy, Transformation, Change and Innovation with multinational organizations and public sector entities as Bell Canada, Swisscom and NTT DATA Holding. Combining an MBA degree from IMD with a Bachelor in ICT from Fribourg University and a Law background, Hajar focuses on balancing both the business and human perspective in all my work. Hajar’s passion for inclusive leadership and advocacy for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) shines through her various roles, including her membership in MOD-ELLE’s advisory board and the assembly of delegates of Vaud Chamber of Commerce. She is also a leader of L’effet A, a platform dedicated to fostering inclusive leadership practices. Hajar has had the privilege to live and work in Europe, Canada and the Middle East.

Dr.Hajar El Haddaoui sits in multiple boards and is a guest lecturer at the American University of applied sciences in Switzerland, Geneva University and is an affiliate professor for Economic & Sustainability at Princess Noura University.

Hajar El Haddaoui is considered an global ambassador for digitalization, being a renowned thoughtleader advocating the humanization of technology to create a better smart future. She is among the world’s most powerful women leaders in business and technology. She has also been awarded the Business leader for best all-round female In IT in Europe Global Influencer leader award and the most Visionary women leader in Digital and transformation. She is a dynamic and influential speaker and presents regularly at corporate, United Nations and international conferences.

Basuti Gerty BOLO / GoToSpace (BOTSWANA) / Swarm-Driven Multi-layered Satellite Defence Architectures

Basuti Gerty BOLO

GoToSpace
Founder & CEO

Basuti Gerty Bolo is a thought leader, certified Space Science and Technology supervisor, researcher, mentor, advisor of Space science and technology, STEM and educational technologies. She is also a public speaker. Basuti is the founder of GoToSpace aiming to educate, mentor and empower 1000 000 individuals by 2050, on Space and STEAM programs at global level. Bolo has more than 30years experiment in Space science, technology and applications on various fields and real time experiences including robotic known as drones, and using the technology to monitor and manage resources such as agriculture etc.

She is also a United Nation Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) Space4women Volunteer Network mentor; Advisor to SpaceconneX of Germany; Africa Country Director for Enabling Extraordinary Entrepreneurship (E2E) of UK; Space Science Technology and Aviation Botswana Country Chair; International Academy of Space Law of Russia ambassador to Botswana; Africa Space Tourism Society Ambassador, Director for Mobile Studies Africa; Women in technology and Global Women for Good ambassador; Africa50 Innovation Challenge Expert, She is a member of Global Leading Ladies of Aerospace group;

Bolo was invited by the Global Peace Tech Hub of the European University Institute’s School of Transnational Governance and joined the team to discuss how space technologies may contribute to peace in Ukraine and the world on the 28^th July 2022.

Bolo was also invited by the Islamic World Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) as a guest speaker to motivate women at ICESCO Women ICONs launch: An Inspiration for the Future in Morocco on March 2021.

Bolo was invited numerously by the United Nations for her frequently contributions towards: Developing of United Nation Space for women project in New York, USA 2017, and currently she is the UNOOSA Space for Women volunteer mentor.

She presented at the workshop on the use of Space science and technology for water resources management in Islamabad, Pakistan in 2019, and the use of space science and technology for socio-economic for sustainable development in Dubai, UAE 2018,

She attended The first United Nations Conference on the Exploration and Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (1968 – 2018): UNISPACE+50 symposium and high level segment in Vienna, Austria 2019, followed by The Way forward after the UNISPACE 50+, on the space exploration in Bonn, Germany 2019.

Bolo Awards:

Woman of Heart Global Awards: Outstanding leader in Technology, Research and Innovation Pioneer Award 2023.
Face of Women of Heart Global Finalist 2023.
Humanitarian Awards Global: Best Sustainable Development Goal_Quality Education (SDG5) Advocate of the Year Finalist 2023.
Global Women Leadership 2023: Most Exemplary Leader in Space Science and Technology
Global Inspiring leader Finalist 2023
Africa 100 Leading Women Award 2023
Africa Education Medal Finalist Award 2022
Global Alliance for Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure _ Alliance Advisory Board Award 2022
Ambassador of Good Award 2022
Global Women in Leadership Award 2022
Global Digital Leader Finalist Award 2021
Global WomenTech Community Finalist Award 2021
Top100 Global Professional Women in Aerospace and Aviation 2022.
Top 35 Most Influential African women in Technology 2021.

Victoria VALDIVIA / ESPI (CHILE) / Cutting-Edge Perspectives on Future Space Conflict and Its Implications for Geopolitical Trends

Victoria VALDIVIA

ESPI
Global Fellow

Victoria is a Political Scientist who holds a Master’s Degree in International Studies from the University of Santiago. She completed postgraduate studies in the contemporary function of Intelligence and in Strategic Planning of Defense at the National Academy for Political and Strategic Studies (ANEPE) under the Ministry of Defense of Chile. Victoria currently serves as a professor at the National Academy of War of the Chilean Army and at ANEPE, where she teaches “Counter Space Analysis” and “Space Policies Analysis.”

With over 8 years of experience as a researcher, Victoria specializes in space policies analysis, space and defense affairs, and counterspace analysis. She has contributed to the formulation of the space segment in the Chilean Defense Whitepaper (2017) and to the development of the Chilean “National Space Defense” strategy in 2020. Victoria is a Global Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI) and serves as an expert member (observer) at the LAC-SC within the International Astronautical Federation (IAF).

Madison C. FEEHAN / Space Copy (CANADA) / Militarization Of In-Space Manufacturing For Cislunar Development

Madison C. FEEHAN

Space Copy
Founder & CEO

Madison C. Feehan is the founder and CEO of Space Copy. As an early career professional based in Edmonton, Canada with a background in advanced lunar instrument development for NASA’s Planetary Science, Heliophysics, and Astrophysics divisions, Madison’s initiatives are focused towards combining deep-tech development for in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) with entrepreneurship.Madison’s background is based in Commerce, and she holds a Harvard Business School Certification in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, in conjunction with her ongoing studies. Madison seamlessly merges scientific expertise with a keen business acumen and stands at the intersection of space science, entrepreneurship, and STEM education. As the leader of Space Copy, an international lunar manufacturing company and co-founder and CFO of Moon Trades, a lunar mining and robotics start-up, Madison leads groundbreaking initiatives, driving innovation in space technology and fostering accessible STEM education. Her commitment to shaping foreign policies for small businesses in STEM through volunteer work with consortiums including the United Nations, and mentoring others in sciences, reflects her dedication to propelling the space industry forward through collaboration and visionary leadership.

Affiliations and Societies:

G100 Region Chair of Space Technology and Aviation for the Province of Alberta, Canada.
American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGSR)
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
Executive Panelist For The United Nations Global Expert Group on Sustainable Lunar Activities

(GEGSLA UNCOPUOS)

US Congress National Small Business Association (NSBA)
The Moon Society
The Moon Village Association (MVA)
Women in Aerospace Canada (WIA-Canada)
NASA Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium (LSIC) JHUAPL
Open Researcher and Contributor ID For Scientific Research and Publications (ORCID)
External Peer Reviewer and Executive Panelist For The NASA Solicitation and Proposal

Integrated Review and Evaluation System (NSPIRES)

Jason MICHAUD / Stardust (CANADA) / Advancing Human-Centric Space Situational Awareness

Jason MICHAUD

Stardust
Founder & CEO

Jason Michaud was raised in Dubreuilville, a lumber village. With a blend of French and Métis heritage he grew up amidst the rich cultures of both the French and Anishnawbe communities, on the traditional lands of Michipicoten First Nation.

Overcoming the challenges of growing up in an isolated community, Jason tenaciously pursued his passion for a career in STEM. Despite the obstacles faced, he became the first in his family to graduate from high school, a testament to his unwavering determination and resilience. Jason then went on to pursue his education in computer sciences at Collège Boréal.

In 2014, Jason founded Stardust with a vision to advance the space industry through technological innovation and scientific breakthroughs, ultimately making space more accessible to humanity.

Through Stardust, he has successfully established several international projects in collaboration with partners worldwide. Notable among these ventures is the renowned Anangokaa Festival, the largest space festival in Canadian history.

With over 80 parabolas of experience in zero-gravity, lunar, and Martian gravity flights, Jason Michaud has accumulated substantial expertise as a crew member. He has worked closely with esteemed institutions such as the Canadian Space Agency and the National Research Council of Canada in the development of the SERENITY project. Jason’s aspirations extend to the establishment of a lunar city in the future.

The SERENITY project will allow space explorers to embrace their loved ones from space during the ARTEMIS missions. Jason’s Anangokaa initiative aims to empower indigenous sovereignty in space, particularly for the people of Turtle Island, through the establishment of the first indigenous space agency. In 2026, the Robotic Arm One For All, which shall be developed in conjunction with ispace, will enable future generations to remotely experience the sensation of touching the moon’s soil during its flight. Additionally, Jason’s latest endeavor, THEIA, is the world’s first lunar analog habitat, designed to accommodate a crew of 20 or more individuals. THEIA will focus on studying crew dynamics, and well-being, and conducting comprehensive research on various aspects of human civilization, with the ultimate goal of paving the way for humanity as a multi-planetary species.

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16:35-16:50 | Zafer Küçükateş, Hedef Elektronics

Zafer KÜÇÜKATEŞ / Partner / Hedef Electronics

Zafer KÜÇÜKATEŞ

Hedef Electronics
Partner

Zafer Küçükateş started his career in 1982 at TPAO as an Electronics Engineer. He worked as International Systems Group Manager at Türk Telekom between 1984-1998, and worked as ICO Global Communications Country Manager and CMEA Regional Manager between 1998-2001. Zafer Küçükateş, who started to work as Assistant General Manager at Vestel in 2001, still works as a consultant at the VESTEL CEO Office.

Forty years of experience;

In Telecom; Internet &Satcom,
Sales forIT Equipment, Consumer Electronics & White Goods,
Specialized in B2B sales, project management, business development & regulation,
Managed large key accounts, government tenders, big boxes, distributors and dealers.

EXHIBITOR AND PARTICIPANT PROFILE

Companies that manufacture, develop and sell national and international satellite technology

Satellite operators

National and international senior government officials

Defence industry officials

Regulators

Telecom operators

Cyber security, communication, observation, sensor software and hardware developers

Academicians working in relevant departments of universities and technoparks

Ecosystem-based initiatives

Non-Governmental organizations

International Defence & Space Workshop
Multi-Orbit Satellite and Space Technologies in Space Defence

TUYAD (Telecommunication Satellite and Electronics Industrialists’ Business People’s Association) is a Turkish non-profit non-governmental organisation founded in 2001 by satellite operators and satellite systems manufacturers, and has been working to develop satellite technologies and its market in Türkiye for 23 years.

In this context, “The CubesatVision International Low Earth Orbit Cubesat and Small Satellite Conference” which was held at in BTK, Ankara on 14-15 December 2023 has been a great success leading to the establishment of the Satellite Technologies Venture Group (STVG-UTGG) by bringing together domestic companies and investors who desire to engage in near earth orbit satellite production and, research and development activities together with international leading satellite companies. Another outcome has been the establishment and launch of KÜPSAT A.S. in Istanbul Technical University (ITU) Maslak Campus by 7 major shareholders including an international partner towards providing added value.

Since early 2000, due to new space initiative and CubeSat technologies, there has been a large increase in number of satellites developed and launched which led to a number of specialized small sat launch vehicle development and rideshare options on larger ones, such as transport mission of Falcon 9 of SpaceX, reducing launch cost and making space accessible to everyone. In parallel, many miniaturized systems are developed increasing capability and usage of small satellites particularly in remote sensing and communications. Due to fast development times and affordable cost, they have been produced in large numbers to form constellations reducing very much the temporal resolution as well as adding redundancy. Having spacecraft development, a possibility for everyone is brought up the issue of threat for existing large-scale expensive space assets thus needing a way to protect them. Space situational awareness (SSA) has become a major topic of research and system/sensor development towards protection of in orbit space capabilities.

Likewise, Türkiye, based on recent developments and TUAs space program which gives importance to space studies and plan to increase its space capabilities in orbit through public and private organisations, should participates in these works extensively through international cooperation and prepare related regulatory conditions to attract investors and technology leaders.

Therefore, a second meeting is being planned under the leadership of KÜPSAT A.S. and TUYAD entitled “CubesatVision Exclusive Defence Workshop”, which will be held on 15 May 2024 between 10:00-17:00 at Istanbul Bostancı Green Park Hotel, which will bring together international space companies, domestic defence industry companies and all relevant institutions of the public sector to discuss in depth the space situational awareness, space systems-security-space asset protection and its future under the main concept of defence.

This workshop is first of its kind under the main title of “Defence & Space.

We will be honored by the participation of your leading Institution/Company (as panelist, participant, sponsor, displayer) in satellite technologies to this event, where we will present the knowledge and experience of the sector stakeholders operating in the national and international arena on defence and communication security in space, which arouses great curiosity in our country and in the world, where we will increase the level of knowledge together towards new horizons.

“In this day and age, space capabilities are the main element of the national and economic security for countries!”

You should join us!

15 May 2024 | GREENPARK HOTEL BOSTANCI | ISTANBUL

15 May 2024
GREENPARK HOTEL BOSTANCI | ISTANBUL