The SATELLITE Conference & Exhibition Announces Keynote Speakers

Rockville, MD – February 6, 2025 – The SATELLITE Conference & Exhibition, the premier global gathering of the space and satellite industry, introduced its keynote speakers for SATELLITE 2025 and the new GovMilSpace 2025. The events will take place during SATELLITE Week, which runs from March 10-13, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

SES CEO Adel Al-Saleh headlines the Opening Day Luncheon, Telesat CEO Daniel Goldberg will speak at the Opening General Session, and Vice Admiral Frank Whitworth opens GovMilSpace

"This week is an incredible opportunity to connect with leaders and learn from those shaping the future of the space and satellite industry," said Jeffrey Hill, Executive Chairman of SATELLITE 2025. "We're pleased to welcome this year's keynote speakers who will provide us with insight into the latest developments in satellite connectivity and highlight how our industry can revolutionize communications. And we're excited to introduce GovMilSpace with a dynamic lineup of speakers discussing advancements and partnerships between commercial and government sectors. Across both events and four full days of educational programming, this week is an invaluable platform for stakeholders to collaborate and be part of the conversations transforming our industry."

Keynote speaker Adel Al-Saleh, Chief Executive Officer for SES, kicks off the SATELLITE 2025 conference at the Opening Day Luncheon, sponsored by MDA Space. With more than 30 years of experience in senior management roles at leading IT and telecommunication companies, Al-Saleh was appointed CEO of SES in February 2024. He will discuss the future of satellite connectivity, the merger agreement with Intelsat, and the legacy of SES in its mission to connect the world. The presentation will open with a welcome from MDA Space CEO Mike Greenley, which begins Monday, March 10 at 12:00 p.m.

This year's Opening General Session keynote speaker is Telesat Chief Executive Officer Daniel Goldberg. The current Chairman of the Board for the Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA) and Telesat CEO since 2006, Goldberg sits down with special guest moderator and SATELLITE 2025 emcee Sarah Cruddas to discuss the latest developments for the global operator's new LEO constellation, Lightspeed. The conversation starts at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11 in Ballroom A/B.

As GovMilSpace 2025 debuts, its speaker lineup, developed in partnership with Defense Daily and the Satellite Industry Association (SIA), features leading voices in defense, security, and space. The panel conversations highlight topics crucial for government and military satellite and space service providers and end-users.

The exclusive GovMilSpace Breakfast features keynote speaker Vice Admiral Frank Whitworth, the eighth Director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Since 2022, he has led and directed NGA under the authorities of the Secretary of Defense and Director of National Intelligence. The session, which opens the day on Monday, March 10 at 8:00 a.m. in Room 146 B/C, includes an insightful discussion to forge collaborations and drive the future of space technology.

Two notable space officials are also among the session speakers at GovMilSpace 2025. Paula Trimble, Policy Director at the Space Development Agency, will join the panel on "Enabling Resiliency in SDA's Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture" on Monday, March 10 at 9:30 a.m. And on Wednesday, March 12 at 1:45 p.m., Lieutenant Commander Kyle Devries, Maritime Space Officer with the U.S. Navy, will be a panelist on the session, "Why the DoD Needs Intelligent Networks with Automated Orchestration for Critical Communications."

The Opening General Session Keynote is accessible to all SATELLITE 2025 attendees. The Opening Day Luncheon is open to all conference registrants, while the GovMilSpace sessions are available to GovMilSpace and Executive All-Access registrants. Registration details and the full conference agenda for both SATELLITE 2025 and GovMilSpace 2025 are available at satshow.com.

Exhibit and sponsorship opportunities are also available for SATELLITE 2025 and GovMilSpace 2025. For more information, visit satshow.com.

Members of the press interested in attending SATELLITE 2025 can apply for credentials here.

About SATELLITE 2025
The SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition was launched in 1981 with the goal to connect and unite the satellite industry as we headed toward new frontiers. Over the past 44 years, SATELLITE has served the satellite and space communities and broadened the scope of content to encompass professionals in commercial markets benefiting from satellite technology and applications, including automotive, aviation, broadcasting, financial services, government/military, healthcare, maritime, media and entertainment, telecommunications and more. SATELLITE 2025 will take place March 10-13, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center (801 Mt. Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC 20001). For more information, please visit www.SATShow.com.

About GovMilSpace 2025
GovMilSpace 2025 is an innovative event aimed at changing how public sector agencies, military branches, and commercial space organizations work together on critical national security missions. Co-located with the SATELLITE Conference & Exhibition and in partnership with Defense Daily and the Satellite Industry Association (SIA), GovMilSpace offers a platform for government and military leaders to share insights, build new partnerships, and create strategies to strengthen global security. Scheduled for March 10-13, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, GovMilSpace participants will receive valuable knowledge on the future of MILSATCOM systems, AI, geospatial intelligence, and more from top experts across government, military, and industry. For more information, please visit www.GovMilSpace.com.