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NASA SATELLITE MISSION LIST (Link) SATELLITE ANALYSTS AND ENGINEERS LIST: SATELLITE ANALYSTS Northern
Sky Research, LLCChristopher Baugh President 124 Mount Auburn Street Suite 200N Cambridge, MA 02138  United States Phone: (617) 576-5771 Fax: (617) 547-1431 info@nsr.com www.nsr.com Northern Sky Research (NSR) is an international market research and consulting firm specializing in satellite and wireless technology and applications. NSR’s primary areas of expertise include emerging technology, IP applications, and video services. With extensive expertise in all regions and a number of user segments, NSR is a leading provider of in-depth market insights and analyses.  Futron
CorporationAndrea Maleter 7315 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 900W Bethesda, MD 20814 United States Phone: (301) 913-9372 Fax: (301) 913-9475 amaleter@futron.com www.futron.com Futron is a provider of decision support consulting to government and businesses in the aerospace and telecommunications sector. Services include market and industry analyses and, safety and risk management. Futron’s analyses are used by satellite companies, VSAT manufacturers, financial institutions and government agencies worldwide to plan and assess new business opportunities.  SATELLITE TRADE ASSOCIATIONS
Aerospace Industries Association of
America, Inc.
Michelle Princi, Assistant Vice President, Membership Services 1000 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 1700 Washington, DC 22209-3928 USA (703) 358-1000 www.aia-aerospace.org
Year established: 1983; 35 employees; area served: USA American Astronautical Society Year established: 1954; area served: Worldwide
Year established: 1930; 120 employees; American Society for Photogrammetry
and Remote Sensing Year established: 1934; area served: Worldwide; Ownership: Private
nonprofit Armed Forces Communications &
Electronics Association (AFCEA) Year established: 1946; 80 employees; The Asia-Pacific Satellite
Communications Council (APSCC) As a non-profit, international regional association, APSCC aims to promote satellite communications and broadcasting and outer space activities for the betterment of the Asia-Pacific region. APSCC provides forums to exchange ideas on policies, technologies, systems, and services, and also publishes a quarterly satellite magazine as well as a monthly e-newsletter.
Operates as a nonprofit association of individuals and organizations in the cable and satellite broadcasting industry in Asia. Provides information and training programs. Organizes an annual conference and exhibition for the exchange of ideas for the industry.
European Broadcasting Union
ESOA represents the interests of European satellite operators with key European organizations including the European Commission, Parliament, Council and the European Space Agency as well as other relevant international organizations. ESOA’s goals include ensuring that satellites benefit from the appropriate political, industrial, and regulatory environment to fulfill their vital role in the delivery of communications.
David Hartshorn, Secretary General GVF is the non-profit association of the satellite communications industry. GVF consists of more than 180 members from 80 countries, including companies from every industry sector. The Forum’s primary objective is to promote the industry, improve market access, deliver training, and heighten awareness of the advantages afforded by satellite communications.
The International Astronautical Federation (IAF) is a non-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1951 to foster space activities for peaceful purposes. The main activities of the federation are the dissemination of information and the organization of the annual International Astronautical Congress (IAC) and other symposiums. Complete information on the IAF and its activities can be found at: www.iafstro.com.
The Mobile Satellite Users Association is a non-profit association to promote the interests of users of mobile satellite communications worldwide. It fosters effective communication among Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) users, suppliers of equipment and services, operators of the satellite systems, and the various governmental entities that may affect the future of the industry. National Association of
Broadcasters  National Cable &
Telecommunication Association25 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Ste. 100 Washington, DC 20001-1413 USA (202) 222-2300 www.ncta.com E-mail: webmaster@ncta.com 85 employees; Area served: USA; ownership: Private Kyle McSlarrow, President/CEO Represents the cable television industry, providing assistance on engineering, legal and technical issues to members; conducting conference proceedings; and producing a newsletter.
National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative
(NRTC) The National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (NRTC) represents the advanced telecommunications and information technology interests of more than 1,100 rural utilities and affiliates in 47 states. We help rural electric and telephone utilities strengthen their businesses with solutions uniquely suited to the needs of rural consumers. National Space Society Pacific Telecommunications Council
Satellite Broadcasting &
Communications Association
The Satellite Industry Association (SIA) is the premier trade organization representing the global commercial satellite industry. SIA’s executive member companies are the leading satellite operators, service providers, satellite manufacturers, launch services companies, value-added resellers and ground equipment suppliers. SIA is the unified voice of the commercial satellite industry on policy, regulatory, and legislative matters. SCTE — Society of Cable
Telecommunications Engineers
The Society of Satellite Professionals International is a nonprofit memberbenefit society that serves satellite professionals throughout their careers. It promotes satellite-related education for students and professionals, and supports member career advancement through networking opportunities, which include Chapter events and the annual SSPI Gala. SSPI also provides industry recognition of excellence both at the company and individual levels. Telecommunications Industry
Association (TIA) U.S. Space Foundation WETA (Greater Washington Education
Telecommunication Association)
The Washington Space Business Roundtable (WSBR) is a leadership forum for the promotion of commercial space business and education in the national capital region. As a non-profit, membership-based group, we support the open exchange of ideas and information. Our primary activity is a regular luncheon program featuring high-level speakers and an interactive atmosphere.
World Teleport Association (WTA) is a nonprofit trade association of teleport operators, satellite and terrestrial carriers, technology providers, consultants and other service providers in 20 nations around the world. Since 1985, WTA has been the only trade association that focuses on the business of satellite communications from the ground up. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIIONS COMMISSION (FCC)
Federal Communications Commission —
Enforcement Division
445 12th Street, SW Washington, DC 20554 USA (202) 418-1500; fax: (202) 418-2825 www.fcc.gov/ccb E-mail: fccinfo@fcc.gov Kris Monteith, Chief, e-mail: kris.monteith@fcc.gov Handles consumer protection issues and complaints as well as mergers and acquisitions. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Investigates violations and answers questions. Informs the public of FCC regulations, policies, practices and procedures. Informs commissioners and other bureaus of telecommunications problems and the needs of users, and obtains compliance with FCC rules. Operates a call center and works with technical standards bodies. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Wireline Competition Bureau develops and recommends policy goals, objectives, programs and plans for the Commission on matters concerning wireline telecommunications. The Wireline Competition Bureau’s overall objectives include: ensuring choice, opportunity, and fairness in the development of wireline telecommunications services and markets; developing deregulatory initiatives; promoting economically efficient investment in wireline telecommunications infrastructure; promoting the development and widespread availability of wireline telecommunications services; and fostering economic growth. The Bureau is organized into four divisions and an Administrative and Management Office.
Develops, recommends and administers policies, standards, procedures and programs for the regulation of international telecommunications facilities and services and the licensing of satellite facilities. Maintains a public international and satellite reference center containing all nondocketed public files of matter handled by the bureau. Documents include released Intelsat and Inmarsat documents, international treaties and agreements, international operating agreements, ITU publications, tariff and accounting rate information and FCC WRC-97 Advisory Committee documents. Applications and authorizations of documents include International Section 214, international earth station, international space station, domestic earth station, domestic space station, direct broadcast satellite, cable landings, international public fixed radio and recognized private operating agency. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Federal Communications Commission — Media Bureau
445 12th Street, SW Washington, DC 20554 USA (202) 418-7200; fax: (202) 418-2828 www.fcc.gov/mb E-mail: mbinfo@fcc.gov Donna C. Gregg, Bureau Chief, e-mail: donna.gregg@fcc.gov
Regulates cable television and related services, radio broadcasts and stations in the United States. Issues broadcast licenses specifying the community of the license and the channel and operating power of the station so that the broadcast can be picked up without interference. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Federal Communications Commission —
Office of Engineering and Technology
Oversees wireless services such as private radio, cellular telephone, personal communications service (PCS) and pagers. Implements the competitive bidding authority for spectrum auctions. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. GOVERNEMENT AGENCIES
Canadian Space Agency
6767 Rte. de l’Aeroport Longueuil, PQ J3Y 8Y9 CANADA (450) 926-4800; fax: (450) 926-4352 www.space.gc.ca E-mail: webmaster@space.gc.ca Year established: 1985; 600 employees; area served: Canada; ownership: Government Julie Simard, Communications Advisor, Media Relations; julie.simard@space.gc.ca; Carol Duval, Communications Advisor, e-mail: carol.duval@space.gc.ca Coordinates the space activities of Canadian government departments.
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American Institute
of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Cable and
Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA)
Committee on
Space Research (COSPAR)
National Ocean
Industries Association
Society
of Satellite Professionals International(SSPI)
