Q3 Industry Advisory Board Meeting (Member Event)

​You are invited to join us for the Q3 Industry Advisory Board (IAB) Meeting, where leaders from government, academia, and industry will come together to discuss Utah’s growing role in the space economy. This quarter’s theme is Space, and we’re excited to feature speakers and an optional guided tour of Weber State’s MARS facility following the meeting. (must register here).

​📅 Date: September 18, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Weber State University – Davis Campus, Layton, UT

​Agenda Highlights

• ​Welcome Remarks – Kori Ann Edwards

• ​Weber State Remarks – WSU Leadership

• ​Space Economy Overview – Alizee Acket-Goemaere, McKinsey & Company

• ​Industry Insights: Past & Future of Space – Matthew Renzi, L3Harris

• ​Spaceport Exploration Committee Panel

  • ​Moderator: Guy Letendre

  • ​Panelists: Andy Pierucci, Senator Jerry Stevenson, Representative Jeff Burton

• ​Networking & Zero Gravity Updates – Matt Croshaw / Nicki Witmyer

• ​OPTIONAL: Tour of MARS (Manufacturing, Automation, Research & Space) Register here.

​Breakfast will be provided during morning networking.

​This meeting is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow board members, hear from national thought leaders, and explore the innovations shaping the future of Utah’s aerospace and defense sector.

​We look forward to seeing you there!