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/. 

CHAPTERS

00:00 Texas as a Hub for Space and AI Industries
02:53 Workforce Development and Human Capital
06:13 The Role of Vocational Skills in Space Economy
09:04 Strategic Planning for Texas Space Commission
11:56 Funding Opportunities and Applications
15:13 Collaboration and Input from Higher Education
18:12 Future of the Space Industry in Texas

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