NextGen Presents: Space

Graduates learning from graduates

Presented on: Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 6:30 PM MST




Join us for the first session in our new NextGen Presents webinar series—designed by the NextGen Advisory Council to bring timely, practical conversations directly to Air Force Academy graduates.

This inaugural session focuses on Space and features three Falcons at different stages of the journey, sharing real-world insight on careers, industry trends, and lessons learned both in and out of uniform.

WHY THIS SERIES EXISTS

Over the past year, graduates told us they wanted more:

  • Professional development

  • Mentorship

  • Real-world career insight from fellow Falcons

NextGen Presents was created in direct response to that feedback—bringing relevant conversations, expert perspectives, and peer learning straight to you, wherever you are in your career.

MEET THE FEATURED FALCON PANELISTS

Jason Kim ’99
CEO, Firefly Aerospace
A leader in commercial space and launch systems.

Oscar Chacon ’18
Business Development Executive, CACI
Working at the intersection of defense, technology, and space operations.

Nestor Levin ’22
Space Force Officer
Offering a current operational perspective from inside the newest service.

HOSTED BY THE NEXGEN ADVISORY COUNCIL

Panel Facilitator: Charlie Crouse ’13
Business Development & Sales Lead, Advanced Space
Member, NextGen Advisory Council

ABOUT NEXTGEN PRESENTS

NextGen Presents is a monthly webinar series created by the NextGen Advisory Council and the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation, focused on professional development, mentorship, and meaningful connection for Air Force Academy graduates.


The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation.