Shelli Brunswick

IMA 2026 VISIONARY LEADER AWARD

ABOUT

Shelli Brunswick is a visionary leader, global strategist, and internationally recognized voice shaping the future of leadership, innovation, and the space-driven economy. As CEO and Founder of SB Global LLC, she works across governments, industry, academia, and entrepreneurial ecosystems to translate bold ideas into measurable global impact. With a 35-year career spanning the U.S. Air Force, executive leadership in the space sector, and global advisory roles, Shelli brings a rare systems-level perspective to leadership in an era defined by disruption and opportunity. Her work focuses on bridging policy, technology, and human potential—ensuring innovation serves both economic growth and societal progress. Shelli is the author of the What’s Space Got to Do With It? book series, which distills insights from more than 200 global leaders into practical frameworks for leadership, awareness, access, and action. A sought-after keynote speaker, she has addressed global audiences at platforms including the United Nations, ICESCO, LEAP, DeepFest, and international leadership forums, inspiring leaders to think bigger and lead with purpose. A Forbes Technology Council Member and Global Trends Magazine columnist, Shelli is widely recognized for advancing visionary leadership that connects emerging technology to real-world impact. Her mission is clear: to shape a future where innovation expands opportunity, leadership drives collaboration, and progress benefits humanity—on Earth and beyond.

 

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