Astronaut speakers
offer extraordinary insight into space travel, human performance, and the
future of exploration. With great experience aboard space missions and NASA
training, these former NASA astronauts share impactful realistic stories that
blend cutting-edge science, space and technology, and the innovation mindset
required for life beyond Earth. Their perspectives fuel curiosity, resilience,
and leadership both on and off the planet.
Whether you're
organizing a STEM conference, leadership summit, or science education event,
our astronaut keynote speakers bring unique inspiration from the outer edges of
human experience. From NASA astronaut speakers discussing the rigors of
training to experts on space travel and human adaptability, these thought
leaders empower audiences to push boundaries and embrace discovery.
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Top 10 Astronaut Speakers
Ellen Ochoa Former Director of the Johnson Space Center and First Hispan...
Ellen Ochoa, a veteran astronaut was the 11th director of th... Read More
Leland Melvin Former NASA Astronaut, Engineer, and Inspirational Speaker
Leland Melvin is a former NASA astronaut, engineer and inspi... Read More
Roberta Bondar First Canadian Female Astronaut
Dr. Roberta Bondar was born in Sault Ste. Marie Ontario on D... Read More
Joan Higginbotham Former Astronaut and the Third African American Woman in Spa...
Joan Higginbotham began her career in 1987 at the Kennedy Sp... Read More
Terry Virts Astronaut, Pilot & Photographer
Terry Virts, an astronaut, was raised outside Baltimore in C... Read More
Cady Coleman Chemist, Former U.S. Air Force Officer and NASA Astronaut
As a chemist and an astronaut, Cady Coleman boasts an impres... Read More
Jose Hernandez Astronaut Who Was the Child of Migrant Workers
José Hernández is a former NASA astronaut and American engin... Read More
Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger Former NASA Astronaut; Educator & Earth Scientist
Dorothy Marie Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger is a former Americ... Read More
Alyssa Carson Youngest Ever Astronaut in Training; Space Travel Enthusiast
Alyssa Carson is a space enthusiast and one of the youngest... Read More
Mae Jemison Astronaut, The First Black Woman in Space and a Motivational...
Mae Jemison is renowned for her achievements as an astronaut... Read More
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Pamela Melroy Retired Air Force Officer & Former NASA Astronaut
Pam Melroy is a retired Air Force test pilot and former NASA astronaut and Space Shuttle commander. She receiv... Read More
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Patrick Baudry Former Space Astronaut and Unesco ambassador
After five years in advanced mathematics, Patrick BAUDRY received a Master's degree in aeronautical engineerin... Read More
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Peggy Whitson NASA Astronaut; NASA's Most Experienced Female Astronaut; Biochemistry Researcher
Peggy Whitson is a highly accomplished individual who has left an indelible mark on space exploration. As a re... Read More
Category: Inspirational Speakers , Leadership Speakers , Astronaut Speakers
Penelope Boston Speleologist; Associate Director of the National Cave and Karst Research Institute
Dr. Penelope Boston is a distinguished scientist and educator, currently the Director of the Cave & Karst Stud... Read More
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Phil Burkholder EVP Engineering & Technology Rolls-Royce Corporation
Phil Burkholder is an American business executive who has significantly impacted the insurance industry with h... Read More
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Priscilla Ahn Singer-songwriter Priscilla Ahn embarked upon a career the old-fashioned way: she packed her belongings in a car—“two guitars clothes and some other junk I really didn't need to bring”— and left her Pennsylvania home for L.A.
Priscilla Ahn is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who has captivated audiences with her ethereal... Read More
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Prof. Dr. Ulrich Walter Germany's most accomplished astronaut.
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Walter is a German physicist and astronaut. He was selected by the German Aerospace Center in... Read More
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