SmallSat & Space Access Summit 2025

DSI’s 8th Annual SmallSat & Space Access Summit is a pivotal event organized by DSI Group, bringing together defense, intelligence, federal, and commercial leaders to shape the future of U.S. space capabilities.

Now in its eighth year, DSI’s SmallSat & Space Access Summit continues to serve as a premier platform for stakeholders across the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and private industry to explore the latest innovations in small satellite programs and space launch solutions. This high-level event emphasizes the strategic role of small satellite deployments in maintaining U.S. and allied superiority in the contested space domain.

Themes

This year’s summit focuses on advancing the resilience, scalability, and operational utility of small satellite and space access programs. Key themes include:

• Enhancing national security through SmallSat constellations

• Strengthening ISR capabilities with next-gen small satellites

• Ensuring resilient and reliable launch capabilities for small satellite missions

• Scaling production and overcoming rapid demand challenges

• Transitioning next-gen space technologies to operational forces

• Building interconnected, resilient space architectures for defense applications

• Expanding global connectivity through innovative launch strategies

• Maintaining technological dominance through government-commercial collaboration

What’s On at the SmallSat & Space Access Summit?

Attendees can expect:

• Exclusive keynote addresses from senior leaders across DoD, USSF, NRO, and more

• High-impact panel discussions and case studies

• Dedicated networking opportunities with industry and government decision-makers

• Insight into emerging tech shaping the future of space mobility and maneuver

Speakers

The 2025 speaker lineup features top defense and industry leaders shaping the small satellite landscape, including:

• Dr. Bryan N. Dorland, ST, Principal Director for Space Technology, OUSD(R&E)/OASD(CT)

• Dr. Kelly Hammett, SES, Director & PEO, Space Rapid Capabilities Office

• Dr. Seth Lacy, ST, Senior Scientist, Space Mobility & Precision Maneuver, AFRL

• COL Alexander Rasmussen, USA, Chief Capability Officer, SDA

• Col Jeffrey Weisler, USSF, Commander, Space Delta 8

• Lt Col Aaron Stevenson, Deputy Director, Commercial Space Office, SSC

• Dr. Aaron Weiner, DISES, Director, Advanced Systems & Technology Directorate, NRO

• Mike Safyan, VP of Launch & Strategic Initiatives, Planet

• And more…

Why You Should Attend

The global small satellite market is projected to grow by $3.73 billion from 2023 to 2027, at a CAGR of 16.78%. As geopolitical threats evolve and adversaries attempt to challenge U.S. space dominance, the need for agile, scalable, and resilient space solutions is more urgent than ever.

This summit offers an exclusive opportunity to engage with leaders driving DoD and IC space priorities, explore the cutting edge of commercial and defense small spacecraft programs, and influence the trajectory of national space strategy.

Where is the SmallSat & Space Access Summit Taking Place?

Venue:

151 St George Blvd
Oxon Hill
MD 20745

To learn more about SmallSat & Space Access Summit 2025, to register to attend or exhibit, please click below.