The 7th SpaceNews Icon Awards honor excellence and innovation among space professionals, companies, and organizations during the previous 12 months. Join SpaceNews and industry VIPs for an afternoon celebration of this year’s Icons in the space industry.
Icon Awards will be presented in the following categories:
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Individual Achievement Award: Honors individuals who have made significant contributions through leadership, innovation, mentorship, and dedication in advancing the space industry.
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Innovative Technology Award: Celebrates groundbreaking technological advancements that have a clear and demonstrable impact on the space industry.
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Mission Excellence Award: Recognizes specific space missions that have achieved significant success and contributed valuable data or insights.
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Sustainability and Environmental Impact Award: Highlights efforts aimed at reducing the environmental impact of space activities, promoting sustainability, and addressing space debris.
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Supportive and Inclusive Workplace Award: Recognizes organizations that have made significant strides in creating a supportive and inclusive workplace environment. Nominees should demonstrate clear initiatives, policies, and practices that promote inclusivity and support the well-being and professional growth of their employees.
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Educational Outreach and Advocacy Award: Honors individuals, organizations, or programs that have significantly contributed to space education, public outreach, and advocacy.
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Commercial Space Achievement Award: Recognizes a commercial company or initiative that has made significant strides in the commercialization of space.
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Space Safety and Security Award: Celebrates advancements and contributions in ensuring the safety and security of space operations.
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International Collaboration Award: Honors successful international partnerships and collaborations that have advanced space exploration and fostered global cooperation.
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Emerging Space Company Award: Recognizes a newer company (established within the past five years) that has shown exceptional promise and innovation in the space industry.
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Lifetime Achievement Award: Honors an individual whose career has had a significant and lasting impact on the space industry, recognizing decades of contribution and leadership.
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Following the awards announcement, the event will feature a VIP keynote speaker.
SCHEDULE
December 6, 2024
12:00-12:30 PM – Registration
12:30-1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00-1:30 PM – Awards Presentation
1:30-1:50 Dessert & Coffee Break
2:00-2:20 PM – Keynote Address
2:20-3:00 PM – Panel with SN Editorial & Icon awardees
3:00-4:00PM – Cocktail hour
Dress code: Business, Service Dress.
The deadline for ticket registration is November 29th.
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2024 Icon Awards
December 6, 2024
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf
Venue: InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf
Venue Phone: (202) 695-1699
Venue Website: http://wharfintercontinentaldc.com/events/
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