French Aerospace Business Reception & Space Innovation Panel

The FACC PNW is honored to invite you to the "French Aerospace Business Reception" on March 16, 2026, starting at 6 PM, at the f5 Tower in Seattle.

The FACC Pacific Northwest is honored to welcome you to the French Aerospace Business Reception, an exceptional biennial gathering taking place on March 16, 2026, at the iconic f5 Tower in Seattle.

This prestigious event convenes leaders from major French aerospace companies, Business France, The Boeing Company, distinguished members of the French and Washington State aerospace communities, and esteemed French and American officials. This year, we are particularly delighted to welcome the newly appointed General Consul of France in San Francisco, Valérie Brisset, who will join us for this special occasion.

In partnership with Sciences France and the French Consulate in San Francisco, the reception will be preceded by a forward‑looking panel discussion:

🌌 Space Innovation Panel Discussion

“Eyes on Earth & Space: Breaking Through Complex Problems”

March 16, 2026 | 6:00–6:45pm

This dynamic conversation will bring together leading thinkers in planetary science, satellite systems, aerospace innovation, and the future of human presence in space. The panel will explore how new technologies, democratized access to space, and collaborative science initiatives are reshaping both our understanding of the universe and our ability to safeguard our planet.

Event Themes

• Democratizing access to space through technology, open science, and citizen astronomy
• Leveraging space resources and infrastructure for sustainable human expansion
• Cutting-edge exploration of planets and moons, including missions like NASA’s Dragonfly
• How innovations in space empower progress on Earth

Speakers

✔ Dr. Franck Marchis
Astronomer, CEO of Skymapper & Senior Researcher at SETI
Collaborative science, democratizing astronomy, citizen science

✔ Marc Verstaen
Former Amazon‑Leo (Kuiper), CTO of KhaiNet
Satellite constellations, global connectivity, space infrastructure

✔ Dr. Baptiste Journaux
Professor of Space & Planetary Sciences, University of Washington
Extraterrestrial oceans, planetary science, NASA Dragonfly mission

✨ French Aerospace Business Reception

7:00pm–8:30pm | f5 Tower

After the panel, guests will transition into a vibrant networking reception celebrating the French‑American aerospace and astronautics community, including industry leaders attending the ADSS Conference.

Expect an evening of meaningful conversations, new partnerships, and future‑focused exchange.

🥂 Drinks and fine appetizers will be served
🎟 Tickets:

• $40 – FACC‑PNW Members
• $90 – Non‑Members

🔷 All event proceeds support the nonprofit mission of the FACC‑PNW.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Support this high‑profile aerospace event and gain visibility among leading industry executives, researchers, and policymakers.

👉 Email info@faccpnw.org for details.

Documentation

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