Networking Opportunities

SATELLITE is the premier event for networking among the satellite marketplace. From top military officials to C-level executives, broadcasters to engineers implementing satellite-enabled networks,  the annual Conference and Exhibition brings together the power players in the global satellite-enabled communications marketplace, all in one location.

Here are the can’t-miss networking events at SATELLITE 2010:

SATELLITE 2010 Welcome Reception

5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday, March 15
Join fellow satellite professionals for the opening of SATELLITE 2010 at the most popular networking event of the show!  Catch up with old friends and meet new colleagues as you enjoy good food and drink.  The Welcome Reception is open to all attendees.

The WTA 2010 Teleport Awards Luncheon

11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 16
Since 1995, WTA has presented annual awards to companies and individuals who have dramatically demonstrated excellence in the field of teleport operations, development and technology. Celebrate the winners and network with colleagues during the Awards Luncheon.

You may purchase tickets when registering for SATELLITE 2010.

MSUA Pioneer and Innovation Awards Presentation and Luncheon

11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 16
Join your fellow colleagues in the mobile satellite community as MSUA honors mobile satellite innovators and pioneers with the Pioneer and Innovation Awards.

At MSUA-7, MSUA will present a Pioneer as well as an Innovation Award and both will be presented at the MSUA-7 Awards Luncheon. The luncheon is highly anticipated and well attended by industry movers and shakers, and this year will be no different. 

One ticket is included with your MSUA-7 Conference registration.

You may purchase tickets when registering for SATELLITE 2010.

Washington Space Business Roundtable Flagship Lunch and Silent Auction

11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 16
The Washington Space Business Roundtable will host its annual Flagship Luncheon and Silent Auction to raise funds for its scholarship program. This year's featured speaker is NASA Administrator Charles Bolden who will provide an update on the nation's space activities. Tables are $700, Member seats $70, Non Member seats $90.  All tickets after March 10 are $95.  To purchase tickets or donate an auction item visit www.wsbr.org.

Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) Gala 

7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 16
The Society of Satellite Professionals (SSPI) will host its 23rd annual Black Tie Reception and Dinner on Tuesday, March 16 at the Gaylord National Convention Center. The SSPI Gala is the satellite industry’s preeminent social and networking event of the year. To purchase tickets, or for more information, visit SSPI Gala's web site or contact jhoil@sspi.org, 703-528-5490.

Satellite Executive of the Year Award Presentation Luncheon

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 17
Don’t miss the marquee event of SATELLITE 2010! Via Satellite magazine presents its Satellite Executive of the Year 2009, honoring the top satellite industry executive who made significant business impact in the global satellite arena. Tickets to the event are included with your SATELLITE 2010 conference registration fee.

Via Satellite’s Satellite Executive of the Year Reception

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 17
The ultimate networking event of SATELLITE 2010! Join the Satellite Executive of the Year for an evening reception in his or her honor. Tickets to the event are included with your SATELLITE 2010 conference registration fee.