SSPI Podcast
Industry discussions on satellite technology, leadership, and space’s societal impact.
How Is Europe Rethinking Satellite Connectivity? W/ Craig Bowley
In this episode, SSPI Executive Director Tamara Bond‑Williams talks with Craig Bowley, Regional VP of Sales for Europe at ST Engineering iDirect, about how Europe is reshaping satellite connectivity. Bowley outlines macro trends such as the EU’s IRIS² and GovSatCom programmes, the push for secure, interoperable communications for government and defence, and the rise of multi‑orbit, software‑defined terminals and new ground architectures that boost resilience across land, sea, air and space. He also highlights emerging verticals—connected trains, mobility, IoT, and the convergence of satellite with 5G—showing how satellite networks are becoming integral to everyday life and strategic operations across the continent.
Space & Satellite Futures: Investing in the Future of Space: Fairfax County's Role in the Next Economy
In this episode, Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, explains how Fairfax County’s dense tech ecosystem, top universities, and proximity to federal agencies are creating a launchpad for the $1.8 trillion space economy. He highlights...