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SUMMARY:MSBR's 29th Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:The MSBR Gala is an evening of celebration for our collective talents and accomplishments to support the MSBR STEM Fund—a wonderful opportunity to network and socialize with your colleagues and guests. Evening activities include a welcome reception\, silent auction & raffle\, plated dinner\, distinguished guest remarks\, and STEM testimonial and awards! This year’s Gala\, held on Friday\, April 24\, will be at the Bethesda Marriott. \n\n\n\nEntertainment: Live music by The Jazz ExperienceDress: Cocktail attire \n\n\n\nMore information coming soon! \n\n\n\nGala Links:\n\n\n\n• Gala Ticket Information and Registration• Hotel Information• Silent Auction Donation Information and Form \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGala Ticket Information and Registration Form\n\n\n\n• Member Group Table (8 seats): $1\,500• Individual Member Ticket: $200• Non-Member Ticket: $225 \n\n\n\nPlease use the below form to reserve and purchase your tickets. \n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.OrganizationContact Name *FirstLastEmail *\nMember Group Tickets: $1\,500 per table of 8\nNumber of Tables (8 seats) Corporate members may invite government guests (plus one). Please provide guest nomination list as soon as possible to Missy at mdspacebr@aol.com.\nPlease provide your attendee names by April 15 to Missy at mdspacebr@aol.com.\n\nIndividual Tickets: $200 per Individual Member or $225 per Individual Non-Member\nNumber of Individual Member TicketsNumber of Individual Non-Member Tickets *Individual Name 1FirstLastIndividual Name 2FirstLastMethod of Payment *Invoice for Credit Card (processing fee applies)Invoice for CheckSubmit  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHotel Information\n\n\n\nThe Bethesda Marriott has set aside a block of rooms at 139.00 USD for the night of the Gala if you wish to stay after the event. There is complimentary self-parking for guests attending the event. Contact the hotel at 301-897-9400 for availability and reservations.Event Parking: When you arrive to the hotel\, please enter through any of the parking gates. It will prompt you to grab a ticket and then you can park anywhere in the hotel lot. The best place to enter the hotel will be the main entrance where there will be directional signage to the event. We will have validated parking vouchers that will be handed to you. When you are ready to exit the parking gates\, please scan the validated ticket and the gates will open. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMSBR Silent Auction Donation Information and Form\n\n\n\nAs MSBR prepares for our Annual Gala and Silent Auction on April 24\, we are reaching out to valued community members like you requesting help to make this year’s event our most impactful yet. Your donation will play a vital role in advancing MSBR’s mission to expand STEM education across the state of Maryland. By contributing an item or experience\, you directly support students\, educators\, and programs that spark curiosity\, inspire innovation\, and shape the next generation of explorers. \n\n\n\nThe form should be completed by April 14. Items must be received by April 21 (details below). \n\n\n\nTo help inspire donations\, we have included examples of popular\, high‑interest items that have performed well in previous MSBR auctions and similar STEM‑focused fundraising events. These categories consistently attract attention and offer wide appeal to our Gala guests. Donors are encouraged to contribute an item or experience that aligns with their interests\, services\, or capabilities. Suggested silent auction item examples include: \n\n\n\nSporting Events & Experiences• Professional sports tickets (Nationals\, Orioles\, Ravens\, DC United\, Capitals\, Wizards)• Premium seating packages (club level\, suite experiences\, parking)• Golf foursomes\, golf lessons with a pro\, or driving range packages• Outdoor adventure experiences: sailing day trips\, kayaking\, or guided hikes• Racing or motorsports experiences (NASCAR\, F1 fan packages) \n\n\n\nLuxury\, Lifestyle\, & Hospitality• Spa gift baskets or spa day certificates• High end restaurant or steakhouse gift cards• Winery\, brewery\, or distillery tours or tasting events• Weekend getaway packages or B&B stays• Curated gift baskets (coffee\, gourmet foods\, chocolates\, cigars\, top shelf spirits) \n\n\n\nTechnology & Gadgets• Apple products (Apple Watch\, iPad\, AirPods Max)• Virtual reality headsets (Meta Quest 3 or similar)• Smart home devices (Nest\, Ring\, Sonos\, Hue lighting kits)• High quality binoculars\, telescopes\, or photography gear• STEM themed building kits (LEGO Space Sets\, robotics kits) \n\n\n\nSpace & STEM Collectibles• Framed NASA or space telescope imagery• Mission patch collections or commemorative coins• Meteorite specimens with certificates• Space related premium experiences (e.g.\, “VIP Launch Experience\,” facility tours) \n\n\n\nPerforming Arts\, Culture\, & Entertainment• Wolf Trap\, local theater\, or symphony tickets• Museum membership packages \n\n\n\nHome\, Family\, & Lifestyle• Cooking classes or private chef experiences• Premium kitchen appliances (Nespresso\, Vitamix\, air fryer bundles)• Fitness packages (Pilates\, yoga\, cycling studios)• Pet care baskets or grooming services \n\n\n\nFor reference\, face value of contributions typically ranges from $100 to $1\,000\, with most in the $300 to $500 range. However\, we welcome contributions of any size\, whether products\, services\, gift cards\, exclusive experiences\, or unique collectors’ items. Every donation directly supports MSBR’s 501(c)(3) STEM Grants Fund and helps expand educational opportunities across Maryland. Your generosity has a real and lasting impact on our community. \n\n\n\nInformation about delivery of donations is listed below in the form. \n\n\nMSBR 2026 Annual Gala Silent Auction Donation SheetPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Item Donated By: *Once you submit this form\, please email a photo of the item to both Missy at mdspacebr@aol.com and Geoff Wawrzyniak at geoffrey.wawrzyniak@us.kbr.com.  Contact: *Email *Item: *Value: *Delivery Method    *Mail or ship to Missy\, MSBR\, 3235 Atlee Ridge Rd\, New Windsor\, MD\, 21776Drop off: Vantage Systems Inc.\, Attn: Don Frank\, 10210 Greenbelt Rd\, Suite 400\, Lanham\, MD 20706. M: 301.875.8006 E:  dfrank@vansysinc.comDrop off: Relative Dynamics\, Attn: Andrea Jackson\, 14400 Sweitzer Lane\, Suite 125\, Laurel\, MD 20707\, P: 240.650.0751\, E: a.jackson@relativedynamicsinc.comOther – Please email missy@mdspace.org with details.Drop off: Tuesday\, Wednesdays\, or Thursdays – Please arrange delivery first with contact shown. \nSubmit
URL:https://mdspace.org/event/msbrs-29th-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Bethesda Marriott\, 5151 Pooks Hill Road\, Bethesda\, Maryland\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engagement Opportunities,MSBR Events
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SUMMARY:May 20\, 2026 MSBR Luncheon with Victor Hall
DESCRIPTION:Victor Hall\, Acting Division Director\, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVictor Hall is a dedicated public servant with over 20 years of experience regulating the safe use of nuclear technology at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). He is the Acting Director of the Division of Systems Analysis in the NRC’s Office of Nuclear Regulatory Research. His Division leads the Agency’s work on space nuclear safety\, applying the NRC’s rigorous standards to the evaluation of nuclear power and propulsion systems intended for use in space.[ Stand out front with MSBR’s New “Sponsor the Speaker” promotion! Learn more here.]He is passionate about innovation and enjoys the challenge of inspiring teams of world-class technical experts to think differently. As the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Official at the NRC\, he leads the implementation of the NRC’s Strategic Plan on AI\, ensuring the ethical adoption of AI technologies to enhance nuclear safety and security.Prior to joining NRC’s research arm\, Victor was responsible for licensing and overseeing the Vogtle AP1000 nuclear power plant\, the first U.S. commercial nuclear power plant to be built in over 30 years. He has also served as a senior nuclear inspector\, overseeing a rigorous global supply chain for the nuclear industry. He is also involved in NRC’s international cooperation efforts and draws from his diverse international experience to ensure that the American people benefit from safe and innovative nuclear technologies.Victor is a graduate of the 2021 White House Leadership Development Program and the 2024 NRC’s Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland\, and a French baccalaureate specialized in science and mathematics. He is also a licensed amateur race car driver and high-performance driving instructor. \n\n\n\nVisit NASA’s Ethics site for our WAG determination.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMSBR Luncheon RegistrationPlease use the form below to reserve your table or seat. If you are not an MSBR member but interested in our speaker or learning more about MSBR\, you are encouraged to join us for our Luncheons by selecting ‘Individual Non-Member Seat’ on the form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.POC Name *FirstLastPOC Email *CompanyPOC Phone *Title *Civil Servants: Your title is needed to clarify your level of management. If necessary\, please include additional details in the field under Attendee Name(s) below.Choose a quantity for each (Corporate members my choose either a table of 10 or 8) *Individual Civil Servant Seat – RequestTable Seats 10 – $550Table Seats 8 – $440Individual Member Seat – $55Individual Non-Member Seat – $80Corporate tables – please send government guest nomination list (first name\, last name and email in Excel) to mdspacebr.aol.comAttendee Name(s) Please separate names with a comma (\,) or RETURN if submitting more than one reservation or if different than POC shown above.For Civil Servant seat requests\, please use the space above to clarify level of management.Payment Option (please note\, cancellations must be received the Friday before the lunch to be eligible for a refund) *CheckCredit CardSubmit  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStand Out Front with MSBR’s New “Sponsor the Speaker” Promotion\n\n\n\nYour MSBR board is continually looking for ways to both help our member companies gain meaningful market exposure and increase our ability to support STEM organizations throughout Maryland. To that end\, we are pleased to announce the introduction of a “Sponsor the Speaker” option for our luncheons this year. \n\n\n\nThe $1\,200 per event sponsorship cost provides you with the honor of introducing that month’s speaker\, accompanied by a slide with your company’s name and logo\, as well as a single seat for your company’s designated representative at the head table. \n\n\n\nThe full sponsorship cost will be a donation directly to MSBR’s STEM Grant Fund\, which supports STEM groups – largely comprised of students – throughout the state of Maryland. Last year\, MSBR proudly donated $60\,000 to approximately 30 groups\, many of whom counted on our support to fund this year’s operations. \n\n\n\nWe hope that you will consider sponsoring our first luncheon\, on February 11\, 2026\, featuring the Honorable Jim Bridenstine\, former NASA Administrator. As a reminder\, we have a total of five lunches scheduled this year and sponsorships are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nPlease contact Missy at missy@mdspace.org to sponsor or with any questions.
URL:https://mdspace.org/event/may-2026-msbr-luncheon/
LOCATION:Martin’s Crosswinds\, 7400 Greenway Center Drive\, Greenbelt\, Maryland\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:MSBR Events,MSBR Luncheons
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SUMMARY:June 10 Rooftop Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand—our late spring outdoor rooftop networking event in downtown DC. More information coming soon about our intimate outdoor social gathering with industry colleagues and esteemed guests!
URL:https://mdspace.org/event/june-10-rooftop-networking-event/
LOCATION:Rooftop Networking Event\, 700 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engagement Opportunities,MSBR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T113000
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SUMMARY:July 22\, 2026 MSBR Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation (speaker to be announced.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIn November 1995\, the Office of Commercial Space Transportation was transferred to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the FAA’s only space-related line of business. Commercial Space Transportation was established to regulate the U.S. commercial space transportation industry\, to ensure compliance with international obligations of the United States\, and to protect the public health and safety\, safety of property\, and national security and foreign policy interests of the United States; encourage\, facilitate\, and promote commercial space launches and reentries by the private sector; recommend appropriate changes in Federal statutes\, treaties\, regulations\, policies\, plans\, and procedures; and facilitate the strengthening and expansion of the U.S. space transportation infrastructure. \n\n\n\nStay tuned for the announced speaker!
URL:https://mdspace.org/event/july-22-msbr-luncheon/
LOCATION:Martin’s Crosswinds\, 7400 Greenway Center Drive\, Greenbelt\, Maryland\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:MSBR Events,MSBR Luncheons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T113000
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SUMMARY:September 16\, 2026 MSBR Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Speaker to be announced.
URL:https://mdspace.org/event/september-16-2026-msbr-luncheon/
LOCATION:Martin’s Crosswinds\, 7400 Greenway Center Drive\, Greenbelt\, Maryland\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:MSBR Events,MSBR Luncheons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T113000
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SUMMARY:November 18\, 2026 Luncheon with Taylor Jordan
DESCRIPTION:Taylor Jordan\, NOAA Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTaylor Jordan is NOAA’s Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction. Mr. Jordan is responsible for the strategic direction and oversight regarding NOAA’s numerical weather prediction and environmental modeling\, satellite programs and space innovation\, novel data and observations\, uncrewed systems\, and other large acquisitions. \n\n\n\n[ Stand out front with MSBR’s New “Sponsor the Speaker” promotion! Learn more here.] \n\n\n\nMr. Jordan previously served as Principal at Innovative Federal Strategies\, where he supported new partnerships for many of NOAA’s mission areas.  He also served at NOAA previously as a Senior Policy Advisor and worked on the Hill for close to a decade as the lead staffer for NOAA on the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science\, Space\, and Technology\, where he authored the Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act of 2017. \n\n\n\nMr. Jordan holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas and a master’s degree from Johns Hopkins University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStand Out Front with MSBR’s New “Sponsor the Speaker” Promotion\n\n\n\nYour MSBR board is continually looking for ways to both help our member companies gain meaningful market exposure and increase our ability to support STEM organizations throughout Maryland. To that end\, we are pleased to announce the introduction of a “Sponsor the Speaker” option for our luncheons this year. \n\n\n\nThe $1\,200 per event sponsorship cost provides you with the honor of introducing that month’s speaker\, accompanied by a slide with your company’s name and logo\, as well as a single seat for your company’s designated representative at the head table. \n\n\n\nThe full sponsorship cost will be a donation directly to MSBR’s STEM Grant Fund\, which supports STEM groups – largely comprised of students – throughout the state of Maryland. Last year\, MSBR proudly donated $60\,000 to approximately 30 groups\, many of whom counted on our support to fund this year’s operations. \n\n\n\nWe hope that you will consider sponsoring our first luncheon\, on February 11\, 2026\, featuring the Honorable Jim Bridenstine\, former NASA Administrator. As a reminder\, we have a total of five lunches scheduled this year and sponsorships are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nPlease contact Missy at missy@mdspace.org to sponsor or with any questions.
URL:https://mdspace.org/event/november-18-2026-msbr-luncheon/
LOCATION:Martin’s Crosswinds\, 7400 Greenway Center Drive\, Greenbelt\, Maryland\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:MSBR Events,MSBR Luncheons
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