Entrepreneurial Spark - Empowering Female Entrepreneurs in the Space Sector

Female entrepreneurs remain significantly underrepresented in the space industry startup ecosystem, with women accounting for approximately 25% of participants in UK Space Agency Accelerator programmes. This underrepresentation poses long-term challenges for diversity, innovation, and equity in the industry’s future.  In this session, representatives from the UK Space Agency, female entrepreneurs, and industry experts will discuss the challenges and opportunities for female founders in the space sector.

The panel will delve into key insights, including: 

• The barriers female entrepreneurs face in navigating the space industry. 

• Lessons and insights from female entrepreneurs on driving meaningful change in the sector. 

• Recommendations to improve access to support for female founders. 

The discussion will also highlight the Accelerator’s efforts and successes in fostering diversity and inclusivity and explore how we can leverage these experiences to drive meaningful change.