Ellen Ochoa

Ellen Ochoa made history as the first Latina astronaut, traveling to space four times. A patent-holding inventor, she went on to become the first Latinx and second female director of the NASA Johnson Space Center.

Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Ochoa championed inclusion and transformed organizational culture at NASA. Her keynotes bridge the awe-inspiring story of space exploration with practical insights on leadership, innovation, and championing diversity in STEM.