Co-sponsored by International Telecommunications and Space and Global Communications Committees
Date/Time: Monday, March 4, 5:00 – 6:20 p.m. PT/ 8:00 – 9:20 p.m. ET
Location: Virtual via the Zoom platform
Description: North American Panel on Satellite Policy & Regulation The panel will offer an insightful discussion featuring representatives from key North American regulatory and policy bodies- the FCC, IFT, and ISED. Panelists will unpack the latest innovations in the satellite sector while discussing what is happening in their current regulatory frameworks. They will share most recent updates on regulations across North America and their insights into addressing challenges within the evolving satellite industry. The session will culminate with a 20-minute Q&A session, providing attendees with the opportunity to engage with panelists.
Speakers: Julie Kearney, Chief Space Bureau, Federal Communications Commission (FCC); Shari Scott, Senior Director, Space Services and International, Engineering, Planning and Standards Branch, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED/ISDE); and Ramiro Camacho Castillo, Commissioner of the Mexican Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT).
Moderator: Etzel Salinas, Co-chair Northern California Chapter and senior advisor at the IFT