Launching the Stars of Tomorrow – Women's Aerospace Network Makes a Bold Entry into the Market
WASHINGTON – April 18, 2024 – The Women’s Aerospace Network is a new organization dedicated to making exploration for all. As the demand for the aviation and space industry continues to play a critical role in the global economy, the organization is poised to support the next generation of leaders in this fast-growing market.
“We believe that by highlighting the achievements of a diverse group of individuals in the field, we will inspire the next generation of leaders to reach higher and explore further,” said Holly Pascal, founder of the Women’s Aerospace Network.
The organization recently announced the inaugural Women in Space awards to empower women to pursue careers in aerospace with confidence and determination. There are eight categories for nominees including: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Science & Innovation, Education & Outreach, Student Leadership, Medicine & Health, Business, and Pioneer.
“We’ve received an overwhelmingly positive response with over 100 submissions from over 20 countries. The exploration of space has always provided hope for the next generation, and the nominees reflect the incredible progress and innovation happening across the industry today,” continued Pascal.
The winners will be selected based on a combination of open voting and through an evaluation panel. The panel includes a diverse set of experts from across the space industry including Meredith Garofalo, Award Winning Broadcast Meteorologist & Space/Science Correspondent.
“These awards are an exciting opportunity to highlight the incredible contributions and innovations being made by women all over the world,” shares Jennifer Rochlis, President & CEO of Advancing Frontiers, Former NASA Division Chief and advisor to the Women’s Aerospace Network. “It’s thrilling to reflect how much progress is being made advancing space exploration, and I’m excited to meet this first cohort of finalists that are showing us the way.”
The submission period is open until May 1st, 2024, and finalists will be announced on May 27th, 2024. To submit a nomination, visit: www.womensaerospace.com/nominate.
Key Voices Pledging Support for the Women’s Aerospace Network
Jenny Wood, Director, America’s Media Operations, Google
Dana Mehnert, Retired President, L3Harris Communications Systems
Nima Vadiee, Managing Vice President, Capital One Software
Josh Perrius, Senior Vice President, Booz Allen Space
About the Women’s Aerospace Network
The Women’s Aerospace Network is dedicated to making space for all. Established 2024, WAN is on a mission to connect, amplify, and inspire a universal passion for aerospace. We welcome all who seek a community based in a shared vision for humanity.
About the Women’s Space Awards
The Women’s Space Awards are awarded annually each spring to honor the outstanding contributions made by women in space.
About Founder Holly Pascal
Holly Pascal is a NASA Headquarters Systems Engineer, founder of The Women's Aerospace Network, author of The College to Dream Job Blueprint, and the voice of LinkedIn’s newsletter, Skyrocket to Success. Named a 2024 Woman to Watch by Women’s Biz Magazine and a SUCCESS Magazine Women of Influence 2023 nominee, she is highly accomplished with a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, a Master's in Artificial Intelligence, and a graduate of Wharton's Executive Program in Leadership and Management. Pascal believes that the convergence of empowerment and innovation can lead to solving many of humanity's most complex challenges, and is passionate about advancing the building blocks of humanity throughout the solar system.
