‘Innovate Space: Finance Forum’ Announced by Space Foundation
Co-Hosted With the Texas Space Commission
An executive-level conference focused on how capital is shaping the future of the space economy is being planned by Space Foundation and the Texas Space Commission (TSC).
“This timely program is important because financing for serious capabilities is becoming just as critical to space superiority as the technology itself.”
Gwen Griffin, TSC
‘Innovate Space: Finance Forum’ will highlight the TSC’s expanding role as a center for space investment and economic development. The event will convene senior leaders from the financial sector, public institutions, and the space sector to examine how capital is flowing into the space economy and what it takes to build scalable, investable businesses.
“The value is in the perspective and the people in the room,” said Space Foundation CEO Heather Pringle. “Innovate Space: Finance Forum is intentionally designed as a senior-level convening with leaders who are actively shaping space innovation, catalyzing growth, and scaling businesses. We are excited to partner with the Texas Space Commission to create a unique experience and accelerate momentum across the global space enterprise.”
“We are honored to partner with the Space Foundation in support of convening finance community leaders,” said Gwen Griffin, TSC chair. “This timely program is important because financing for serious capabilities is becoming just as critical to space superiority as the technology itself. We are excited to underscore Texas’ commitment to pairing public and private investment with long-term economic success, particularly in support of national defense objectives.”
Backed by Space Foundation’s trusted relationships across the public and private sectors, the forum is designed for executives and investors shaping critical space-sector decisions. Programming emphasizes real-world perspectives and practical insight into financing dual-use technologies, scaling business models, and aligning capital with national security priorities.
As the global space economy reached $613 billion in 2024, the forum will focus on the financial and strategic forces influencing its next phase of growth. Agenda topics include the public sector’s evolving role as a capital catalyst, cross-border capital flows, and investor approaches to value creation across the market.
The forum will take place Feb. 18–19, 2026, at the JW Marriott Dallas Arts District in Dallas, Texas.