TECH CEO LECTURE: Dave Limp, Blue Origin

"Let’s Build the Road to Space"
Millions of people living and working in space—to benefit Earth. Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp will speak about the company’s vision to build a road to space, and the short-term imperatives to do so: radically reducing the cost to access space, creating a hydrogen economy in space, and leveraging the Moon as our strategic gateway.

SCHEDULE
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Registration
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Lecture
Advance registration is required for both Columbia non-affiliates and Columbia affiliates.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dave Limp, Chief Executive Officer, Blue Origin
Dave Limp became CEO of Blue Origin in December 2023. The company, founded by Jeff Bezos, aims to enable millions of people to live and work in space for the benefit of Earth. Blue Origin develops reusable rocket engines, launch vehicles, in-space systems, and lunar landers. Prior to this role, Dave was Senior Vice President of Amazon Devices & Services, where he led the development and operations of Alexa, Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, Ring, and other technologies, including Project Kuiper and Zoox. He joined Amazon in 2010. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles at Apple, Liberate Technologies, Palm, and served as a Venture Partner at Azure Capital Partners. Dave holds B.S. degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics from Vanderbilt University and an M.S. in Management from Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business. He also serves as board chair of Blue Origin’s Club for the Future, a nonprofit inspiring future STEAM careers.

ABOUT THE TECH CEO LECTURE SERIES
Columbia Engineering is proud to host the Tech CEO Lecture Series, a unique opportunity that invites you into the inner circles of innovation. This is not just another lecture – it's an exclusive encounter with the minds driving today's most groundbreaking technology companies. You will experience engaging talks that unravel the mysteries of the latest industry developments, shedding light on novel strategies redefining the landscape. You will gain insights into the profound societal impacts these leaders are orchestrating, all while catching an enticing glimpse into the captivating universe of science and technology. In a world where the future unfolds before our eyes, this is your opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. Don't miss out on this exhilarating journey – secure your spot now to learn how you can be a part of that journey.

Campus Access
In accordance with the University's current visitor guidelines, all non-Columbia guests will receive a QR code within a few hours of the event date. The code will be sent to you via email from CU Guest Access and must be presented for campus entry, along with a government-issued ID. 

Accessibility
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