Texas as a Space Leader - Pt. 2

09/10/2024 24 min Temporada 2 Episodio 34
Texas as a Space Leader - Pt. 2

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Texas Space Commission’s Norman Garza is back this week for pt. 2 of his conversation with Frank, this time honing in on the state’s growing role as a hub for both the space and AI industries. Together Frank and Norman break down why workforce development, vocational training, and strategic planning will be crucial as both industries grow. They also discuss the funding opportunities the space and AI industries present for Texas, why collaborating with Texas’ higher education institutions will be essential, and the future of the space industry in Texas. Learn more about the Texas Space Commission here: https://space.texas.gov/. CHAPTERS00:00 Texas as a Hub for Space and AI Industries02:53 Workforce Development and Human Capital06:13 The Role of Vocational Skills in Space Economy09:04 Strategic Planning for Texas Space Commission11:56 Funding Opportunities and Applications15:13 Collaboration and Input from Higher Education18:12 Future of the Space Industry in TexasJOIN THE CONVERSATION:Website: https://statehousepodcast.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/statehousepodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/StateHousePodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/statehousepod360/Produced by: Terra Firma AudioThis video contains paid promotionMusic provided by SoundStripe:B1QDMRUHPYFLHWQU