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Bringing space-inspired technologies to market opens up exciting opportunities for solving real-world challenges and enhancing our daily lives. By leveraging innovations from space exploration, we can address pressing issues such as environmental sustainability, healthcare, and transportation. These advancements hold the potential to revolutionize industries and positively impact communities worldwide, showcasing the tangible benefits of space research for humanity on Earth.

Shelli Brunswick is a space technology expert uniquely positioned at the intersection of the military, government, and commercial space sectors. With over 30 years of experience in satellite procurement, leadership, and international collaboration, she understands the challenges of commercializing cutting-edge space technologies. Today, she shares how she helps entrepreneurs commercialize space technologies and bring innovations inspired by NASA and space agencies to market to solve problems and improve lives on Earth. Tune in to find out more!

Quotes:

• "Space is already a part of your everyday life. As a matter of fact, on average, you are connecting with a satellite 45 times a day."
• "It's about the team, not the technology."
• "Having come out of a nonprofit environment, sometimes the target audience could be those who will receive your programs and benefit from them, but not necessarily those who will pay for them."

Takeaways:

• Research the NASA tech transfer office and small business innovation grants to identify patents or technologies your business could help bring to market.
• Evaluate your company's positioning statement - clearly define your problem, target audience, unique value proposition, and competition.
• Consider how your industry or expertise could intersect with space technologies to unlock new innovations or revenue streams.
• Reflect on the importance of building a diverse, multi-disciplinary team to solve big problems and accelerate your company's success.

Conclusion:

Introducing space-inspired technologies to the market presents exciting prospects for addressing practical issues and improving our everyday experiences. By harnessing innovations from space exploration, we can unlock new solutions and advancements that benefit society in numerous ways.

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