Join us for our January WIT.Connect featuring former NASA CIO, Renee Wynn!

We rely on space every day! Emerging threats in space pose significant challenges to global security and technological infrastructure. These include the development of anti-satellite weapons (ASATs) that can disable critical satellites used for communication, navigation, and defense. Space debris from past missions and collisions increases the risk of damaging active satellites, creating a cascade of potential disruptions. Additionally, cyberattacks targeting satellite systems and ground control networks highlight the vulnerability of space-based assets to digital threats. As space becomes increasingly crowded and contested, international cooperation and policy frameworks will be essential to mitigate risks and ensure the sustainable use of this vital domain.

7:30am - 8:30am | Networking and Breakfast
8:30am - 9:30am | Program
9:30am - 10:00am | Close out and Networking

Registration Fees
$25 WIT Members
$35 Non-members

Meet our Speaker

Renee Wynn
Former NASA CIO

Renee Wynn is a leader with over 30 years of experience in environmental policy, global information technology and cybersecurity operations, supply chain risk management, and ESG. She led programs at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and served as the CIO at an iconic agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).



Renee currently serves as an independent board member for Axonius, a cybersecurity company, and she is seeking additional Board roles. She serves on the Board of Advisors at MITRE, Interos, Dataminr, MESH Experience and Level6 Cybersecurity. She serves as a Strategic Advisor at Attain Capital to their portfolio companies.



To continue a lifetime in service to others, Renee serves on the Board at The Women’s Center, a Virginia and Washington, DC-based non-profit organization dedicated to improving the community’s mental health and well-being through counseling, education, support, and advocacy. She also serves on the Board of the Virginia Tech – Applied Research Corporation (VT-ARC).



Renee earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from DePauw University.