Titans of the Toll Road: How Northern Virginia's Space Economy is Transforming the Future

Why Northern Virginia's Space Economy is Booming

Join the Reston Chamber for an engaging discussion with industry insiders as they explore why Northern Virginia has become the premier hub for the aerospace sector. Discover how local companies are capitalizing on this booming environment and gain insights into who is here and the new demands driving their success.

Our distinguished panel will share their thoughts on the evolving needs and opportunities for the business sector. Learn how companies are adapting, the support available for emerging businesses, and hear success stories from firms already reaping the rewards.

This presentation will be geared toward business owners and their employees, senior executives, and solution providers for an interactive discussion on what is a fast-growing economic sector. Our panel will discuss what they believe is driving growth in a new space economy, what are the current challenges for industry players, and what lies ahead as our small, medium, and large companies analyze their role in this ecosystem. Attendees will walk away with insights on what is coming, and when to engage the most innovative solution providers.

Important Registration Notice

Please register using the golden registration link on this event page to confirm your attendance. Any non-US citizens must complete pre-registration by Friday, October 25th to ensure proper time for security protocol.

Light breakfast, coffee and tea will be served.

Every attendee will also complete a Pre-Registration Security Check with Leidos. You will need a valid government-issued photo ID for this process. Please read carefully below for when you will receive your notice to Pre-Register the week prior:

If you register prior to noon on Monday, October 28: You will receive your instructions directly from Leidos the following day to complete prior to your arrival.

After 12:00 PM on Monday, October 28: At the door registrants will be required to complete the Leidos Pre-Registration Check onsite. Walk-in guests are subject to a longer registration process and admission cannot be guaranteed. Registering online in advance is highly recommended.

Please ensure you have valid ID upon arrival.

Panel Moderator

Greg Richardson
Principal Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation

Event Panelists

Dennis Gatens
CEO & Founder
LEOcloud

Robert Ganim
Director of Government Affairs
Starburst Aerospace

Kevin Pomfret
Partner
Williams Mullen

The Right Connections Turn into Action
Our events create spaces to expand and enrich your network, get your name in front of influential eyes and spur awareness in the Reston and Dulles corridor community and beyond. Connections like these build rich growth opportunities at the local level that can seamlessly turn into immediate action. Meaningful connections start by making the right connections.

Titans of the Toll Road is produced by the Innovation Council of the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. This semi-annual event spotlights the dynamic, and innovative, business community operating in the Dulles Corridor. Key business leaders provide insight into the industries that are growing our local economy and share their perspectives on how their location in our region has impacted their operations. Attendees are provided the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals while gaining invaluable knowledge to propel their own success and innovation!