SATShow 2027 — Call for Speakers

Call for Speakers

March 8–11, 2027 · Washington, DC

Share Your Expertise.
Shape the Program.

SATShow Week is the world's largest event dedicated to satellite technology. Our conference programs are community-sourced — built from the hundreds of proposals we receive each year. Your expertise helps define what the industry talks about next.

SATShow Week

March 8–11, 2027

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Washington, DC

Submission Deadline

August 3, 2026

All proposal types welcome

SATELLITE · GovMilSpace · Tech Seminar · Startup Space

Submit a Proposal View Topics of Interest

About the Program

The SATShow Conference

Built for and by the satellite community — commercial, government, and military — addressing the full spectrum of satellite technology and services.

SATShow Week is the world's largest and most influential satellite communications event, where the industry gathers to build partnerships, share breakthroughs, and drive business forward. In 2027, SATShow Week returns to Washington, DC March 8–11 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

Our conference programs — SATELLITE and GovMilSpace — are community-sourced, built from the hundreds of proposals we receive each year. GovMilSpace is the only satellite-focused program designed exclusively for government and military stakeholders.

Accepted speakers receive a complimentary conference pass and are expected to attend and participate in their session.

Conference Programs

Four Ways to Participate

Submit a proposal through one of our four speaker tracks, each designed for a distinct type of expertise and audience.

SATELLITE / GovMilSpace SessionSpeak or moderate on our flagship conference programs
Tech SeminarHighly technical, peer-evaluated R&D presentations on satellite and space technologies
Young Professionals TrackFast-paced sessions and workshops for early-career professionals
Startup Space CompetitionSeed-level entrepreneurs compete for industry recognition

Submission Tracks

Choose Your Track

Through this portal, you can submit a proposal for one of the following options. All answers are required to submit an application.

SATELLITE & GovMilSpace Conference Speaker or Moderator

Apply to participate as a speaker or moderator on the SATELLITE or GovMilSpace conference programs. List your topics of interest and tell us what you'd bring to the stage. This is our core track for industry practitioners, government leaders, engineers, and operators.

Tech Seminar Presentation

Deliver a highly technical presentation based on research & development in satellite and space technologies and services. All Tech Seminar applications are peer-evaluated by our Tech Seminar advisory board.

View Tech Seminar guidelines →

Young Professionals Track

Deliver a presentation or workshop geared toward our Young Professional network. Topics should be tailored for fast-paced, interactive sessions — such as fundamentals, networking strategies, or technical deep-dives accessible to those early in their careers.

Startup Space Competition

Entrepreneurs from seed-level startups are invited to apply to compete in the 2027 Startup Space competition. Gain visibility with investors, industry leaders, and a global audience across SATShow Week.

Access the Startup Space application →

Key Themes to Keep in Mind

Topics & Subject Areas

Submissions are welcome across both programs. Badges marked ● lean GovMilSpace; all others apply across SATELLITE and GovMilSpace alike.

Bandwidth & Spectrum Business Development & Markets AI / ML & Software-Defined Systems Connectivity & Service Delivery Engineering & Systems Design Ground Systems & Infrastructure Investors, Finance & Startups Launch Services & Propulsion Space Security & Cybersecurity Regional Focus & Emerging Markets Space Traffic Management Spacecraft Manufacturing Standards & Policy Testing & Simulation Space Domain Awareness & ISR Defense SATCOM Resilient Satellite Architectures Multi-Domain Operations Navigation, PNT & GPS Commercial Space for Gov Missions Space Acquisition & Policy Cislunar & Deep-Space Ops Emerging Threats & Counterspace Resilience & Reconstitution

SATELLITE & GovMilSpace GovMilSpace Focus ★ Technical depth + operational relevance prioritized

Before You Submit

Important Guidelines

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Content Standards — SATShow is a practitioner-first forum. All proposals must deliver genuine educational value and actionable insight. We prioritize technical depth, real-world case studies, and sessions that move the industry forward.

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Sponsorship & Speaking — Speaking selections are made independently through the CFS process. Companies seeking guaranteed speaking opportunities can present in our Partner Sessions, held in our Show Floor Theaters. Contact our sales team to learn more.

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All Fields Required — All answers are required to submit an application. Incomplete submissions cannot be processed. Ensure your proposal is complete before clicking submit.

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Deadline: August 3, 2026 — If your proposal is accepted, you'll receive an invitation including your topic, date, and time. Accepting automatically registers you for a complimentary conference pass.

Ready to Present?

Submit Your Proposal

Complete the form below to submit your speaking proposal for SATShow Week 2027. All submissions are reviewed by the SATShow program committee.

⏱ Deadline: August 3, 2026 — Open Now

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Share Your Expertise. Shape the Program.