March 2, 2026 – Washington, D.C.— The Commercial Space Federation (CSF) today announced that Kelli Kedis Ogborn will join the organization as a Strategic Advisor for Global Markets and Industry Engagement. Kedis Ogborn will lead efforts to expand CSF’s global footprint, strengthen domestic and international strategic partnerships, and create several new high-impact initiatives that accelerate growth across the global commercial space sector. “Kelli is a recognized leader in space commercialization and international market development and will bring deep experience translating complex technologies into actionable policies that drive sustainable commercial growth both here and abroad,” said Dave Cavossa, CSF President.
As global competition intensifies and space is increasingly recognized as foundational infrastructure for economic competitiveness and national security, CSF is sharpening its focus on international engagement and strengthening secure and resilient supply chains critical to long-term industrial and national security capacity. In this role, Kedis Ogborn will help advance strategic alignment across industry, international government partners, and capital markets to ensure the Federation and its members remain central to shaping the next phase of commercial space growth.
About CSF
Founded in 2006, the Commercial Space Federation (CSF) and its members are laying the foundation for democratizing access to outer space for scientists, students, civilians, and businesses. All while working towards the goal of expanding the U.S. Commercial Space Economy. Through the promotion of technological innovation, CSF and its diverse membership are guiding the bolstering of U.S. leadership in aerospace and inspiring America’s next generation of engineers and explorers. CSF also serves as the commercial space industry’s primary advocate with the U.S. Congress and the Administration, helping inform the development and implementation of policy priorities. By engaging with congressional players, CSF is able to provide recommendations on commercial space issues that will impact the commercial space industry in the short and long term.
