Friday February 26
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Check-in
- 02 Zeanah Engineering Complex

A sponsor-built space economy problem. Industry advisers pressure-test the plan. Students make the calls.
Fictional. Spent like it isn’t.
Show a path to meaningful revenue.
They challenge customers, technology, and execution.
Revise, pitch, and defend the trade-offs in a simulated investment round.

Stations, in-space manufacturing, and on-orbit servicing for a lasting space economy.

Launch vehicles, engines, and in-space propulsion that cut cost and extend reach.

Power, habitats, infrastructure, and logistics for a sustained presence on the Moon.

Hypersonic threats, space-based sensing, and the interceptor systems shaping defense.
Your support keeps industry access affordable for students.
$1,000
Keep student access affordable and meet the people in the room.
$5,000
Fund the awards and Friday food. Sit with teams while they work the problem.
$7,500
Invitation-only dinner for about 40 guests. A smaller room, and a direct conversation.
$15,000
Saturday keynotes at Neyland and the breakout panels at Zeanah. The premier slot.
Speaking and sponsorship inquiries hcrowthe@vols.utk.edu