Shelli Brunswick

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 speeches a year, addressing audiences across continents on themes of career success, leadership, and workforce development. 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.  

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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.

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