08/24/23

Navigating the Cosmic Nexus: How emerging technologies propel the space economy

The scaling up of the space economy at an explosive pace is an intricate narrative; it is an intersection of numerous emerging technologies and platforms such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and telecommunications. Uncovering this complex plot, we turn to Zaheer Ali, a physicist turned space economist, Professor of Practice at the Thunderbird School of Global Management, Managing Director at NewSpace Finance, and COO of Positon, who brings unique insights integrated from the academic and business domains of the space industry.

08/11/23

Khagram to step down as dean of ASU’s Thunderbird School

Sanjeev Khagram, director general and dean of Arizona State University’s Thunderbird School of Global Management since 2018, has announced that he will be stepping down from that position at the end of the 2023–24 academic year. Khagram has decided to return to an ASU faculty position and has accepted a role as the carbon removal lead for the United Nations Climate Champions.

08/09/23

Thunderbird at ASU welcomes 2 new executive leaders this fall

On the heels of recent accolades, including a No. 1 ranking in international trade (QS International Trade Rankings 2023) and recognition as No. 20 worldwide for executive education custom programs (Financial Times), the Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University has furthered its commitment to excellence with the addition of two executive leaders this fall.

06/27/23

The National Space Society congratulates its Guayaquil chapter's efforts on Ecuador's signing of the Artemis Accords

Members of the Guayaquil Space Society chapter joined forces with other officials, such as Mike Gold, former associate administrator of Space Policy and Partnerships at NASA, and Dr. Greg Autry, professor at Arizona State University's Thunderbird School of Global Management and NSS VP of Space Development. Backed with this expertise, Aillon and others from the Guayaquil chapter met with officials from the Ecuadorian Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of Commerce, and Ministry of Foreign Relations. 

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